Installation Guides

Preparing for set up install

1.    Have your device that you want to set up your account ready
2.    You will need an active email address and your licence code issued by your school
3.    Have your child’s devices ready and on hand, ideally unlocked and with access to download apps. You can always add new devices whenever you want.
4.    If you use Screen time, Family sharing (iOS) or Family Link (Android) ensure you have login credentials and are able to approve app downloads if applicable.
5.    You may find it useful to perform this set up during times allowed by screen time or pause screen time on your child’s device while you set up

QUICK START VIDEOS - iPHONES & iPADS
(iOS)

This video shows you how to set up your account, your childs account and also runs through the basics of getting set up on most devices.  The principle is the same on all devices but if you have an problem just let us know - we are happy to help!
 

ANDROID INSTALLATION -SMARTPHONES & TABLETS

(Android 9 or higher)

1. Go to Settings → Network & internet → Advanced → Private DNS.

2. Select the Private DNS provider hostname option.

3. Enter xxxxxxxxxx.dns.nextdns.io and hit Save. (replacing the x's with your child's unique ID code shown in your dashboard when you click 'Add a device')

Looking for Microsoft Windows installation help - watch this... 
(e.g. Windows PCs and Laptops)

- make sure you have set up your SchoolsMobile account and created your child's ID (the quick start video tells you how)

Looking for Mac OSX help - watch this
(e.g. Macbooks and iMACs)

- make sure you have set up your SchoolsMobile account and created your child's ID (the quick start video tells you how)