Haileybury, an award winning independent boarding school in Hertfordshire, UK, serving 925 students aged 11–18 across 13 boarding houses. To support daily boarding operations, the school requires secure, efficient systems for managing student mobile phones. Previously, they relied on large traditional lockers, which consumed valuable space and limited staff oversight.
“We’d happily recommend Power Technologies to any school looking for a reliable, well-thought-out solution to phone storage, safety, and charging.” – Tom Wade, Assistant Head, Digital Strategy and Learning
Challenge
- Bulky storage: Traditional lockers took up valuable space and lacked flexibility.
- Limited oversight: Opaque doors prevented quick checks for devices and charging status.
- Inconsistent charging: Few outlets, unreliable ports, and shared chargers caused daily frustration.
- Operational risk: Single-key access led to delays when keys were misplaced.
- Strict overnight policy: Phones needed secure storage and full charging every night, requiring a more efficient solution.
Solution
During evaluation, Haileybury explored bespoke builds and off-the-shelf options. Bespoke solutions were dismissed due to high cost and maintenance, while commercial products lacked the right mix of security, reliable charging, and compact design.
Implementing PowerBase™ was simple and non-disruptive: plug-and-play units were operational within minutes, and staff became confident after a brief introduction.
Results
Since adopting PowerBase™, Haileybury has improved security, efficiency, and daily routines with one integrated solution for storage, safeguarding, and charging—while remaining cost-effective.
Key Results & PowerBase Benefits:
- Instant visibility: Staff confirm devices are present and charging at a glance.
- Improved safeguarding: RFID and PIN access ensure controlled student access with central oversight.
- Faster routines: Phone collection and return are quicker and consistent, eliminating queues and key issues.
- Reliable charging: Structured charging guarantees devices are ready each morning.
- Time savings: Missing devices are identified immediately, reducing manual checks.
- Space-efficient design: Compact units free up valuable office space.
- Positive feedback: Staff report improved organization, ease of use, and calmer evenings.
Haileybury views PowerBase™ as a secure, compact, and effective solution that streamlines phonemanagement and supports safer, more efficient boarding operations.
December 2025 | Power Technologies | www.powertechnologies.com