Personalised Learning Device Programme (PLD)

20 questions inPersonalised Learning Device Programme (PLD)

How long can students use their Student iCON/MIMS account?
The Student iCON/MIMS account will be available as long as students are still studying in MOE schools (ie. Primary, Secondary and JC). These accounts will no longer be available to use once the students leave the school system
BDMS 1y ago
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If I purchase a Chromebook from outside retailers, will I be able to pay using my child's Edusave?
You can use Edusave to pay only when you purchase the device bundle from the school.
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If there is more money in my child's Edusave account than the cost of the device bundle, do I need to pay any cash?
If there is sufficient funds in your child's Edusave account, we will deduct the amount from Edusave. There is no need for any cash payment
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Will there still be warranty after my child graduates from school?
For students who purchased the device in 2023, the warranty will last for three years (until 2025), even if some of the students have graduated from school. This is a 3 year warranty from the contractor.
BDMS 1y ago
I am worried about the wear and tear of rigorous usage...is there warranty and service desk in school?
The Enhanced bundle comes with 3 years warranty and 3 years insurance. Students can make use of the fortnightly courier service offered by the contractor for repairs.
BDMS 1y ago
Does the device bundle come with the laptop charger?
Yes. The laptop will come with a USB C charger.
BDMS 1y ago
What other accessories are included along with the Chromebook?
The device bundle will come with a laptop charger, stylus, wired mouse and a carrier bag
BDMS 1y ago
What happens if my child lost the chromebook or broke it? Will she be able to get replace a new one by school or do the parent need to use their own money to repair it?
Should your child lose the device, the contractor will decide whether a replacement can be made. Meanwhile, school will loan your child a device to use until a new device is available.
BDMS 1y ago
During the repair time, how will my child learn when he/she has no device?
While waiting for the device to be repaired, the school will loan a device to your child, so that learning will not be compromised.
BDMS 1y ago
Do we need to return the device after my child has graduated ?
The device belongs to you. The school will not collect the device from you. The DMA will be uninstalled when the student graduates.
BDMS 1y ago
Where do the students save their work while using the PLD?
Teachers use different ICT tools for lessons. Where possible, we will encourage students to save their working documents into the cloud (ie. Google Drive) or into the platform they are already using (eg. SLS). Students can choose to save their work into the PLD, or their personal thumb drive.
BDMS 1y ago
How much disk space does the student have using their Student iCON/MIMS account?
Students have unlimited space in Google Drive until June 2024. Students in future will have 1.0 GB of space after June 2024.
BDMS 1y ago
How do we prevent a mix up of PLDs when every student brings to the class?
All students are given a self-adhesive label (name and school) to paste on their PLD. It is compulsory to stick this label on on their PLD. Students may personalise their PLD.
BDMS 1y ago
Are there subsidies for PR/IS students?
MOE will support all students including PR/IS students who require financial assistance.
If the family GHI < $4000 or PCI < $1000, you may request for the Application for Subsidy for Purchase of PLD form. Please contact the school directly.
No child should be deprived of the opportunity to own the device. If you need assistance, please approach the school or submit a query through https://go.gov.sg/bdms-icthelp
BDMS 1y ago
When do we start paying for the device and where do we pay?
The payment for the PLD will be deducted from your child's Edusave after the consent has been given. We will only send the school bills to parents who need to make cash payment.
You may start to make payment after you receive the school bill. If you would like to find out details of your school bill, please call the school.
Payment can be made using any of the following methods; GIRO/Cheque/Cash and other e-payment methods stated in the school bill. If you are paying by cheque or cash, you will need to come down to our school to make your payment.
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How long can students use their Student iCON/MIMS account?

If I purchase a Chromebook from outside retailers, will I be able to pay using my child's Edusave?

If there is more money in my child's Edusave account than the cost of the device bundle, do I need to pay any cash?

Will there still be warranty after my child graduates from school?

I am worried about the wear and tear of rigorous usage...is there warranty and service desk in school?

Does the device bundle come with the laptop charger?

What other accessories are included along with the Chromebook?

What happens if my child lost the chromebook or broke it? Will she be able to get replace a new one by school or do the parent need to use their own money to repair it?

During the repair time, how will my child learn when he/she has no device?

Do we need to return the device after my child has graduated ?

Where do the students save their work while using the PLD?

How much disk space does the student have using their Student iCON/MIMS account?

How do we prevent a mix up of PLDs when every student brings to the class?

Are there subsidies for PR/IS students?

When do we start paying for the device and where do we pay?