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Windows 11 Education

Reimagined for a new era of learning, Windows 11 helps students reach their potential with powerful tools to learn, collaborate, and create—all in a secure and intuitive environment.
With high-performance platforms that support productivity, AI capabilities, and accessibility, learn why Windows 11 is the best Windows yet.
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Overview

Ignite the power of creativity and collaboration

  • Create a learning environment that helps students of all abilities fully participate in education, online and offline.
  • Safeguard students, teachers, and schools from cyberthreats, no matter where learning happens.
  • Get streamlined features, productivity tools, and faster performance built into Windows 11.
  • Streamline administrative tasks, optimize IT operations, and enhance classroom management with AI capabilities built in to Windows 11. Amplify productivity and creativity even further with Copilot+ PCs, a new class of Windows 11 AI PCs providing on-device processing capabilities that help ensure privacy, accessibility, and offline functionality.
MICROSOFT SOLUTIONS

Windows 11 is designed for education

Windows 11 devices

Deliver high-quality learning tools for students of all abilities with Windows 11 Education on devices that help protect against cyberthreats and are easy to deploy and manage.
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Microsoft 365 Education

Boost creativity, promote teamwork, and provide an equitable learning environment—all in a single, affordable productivity solution that’s built for education.
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Cybersecurity solutions

Help protect your school’s devices and data with industry-leading tools that bring the digital security, privacy, and compliance needs of your students, teachers, and school districts to the forefront.
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Helping schools keep student data and privacy protected

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Microsoft 365 Education

Microsoft 365 Education offers a suite of student-centered solutions that help create an equitable learning environment. Find which plan is right for your institution.
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AI in education

Explore how AI resources and free tools for education are expanding learning opportunities for both students and educators.
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Microsoft Office 365

Microsoft donates Office 365 Education to eligible institutions at no cost, enabling students and educators to sign up for web versions of programs such as Word, Microsoft Teams, and Microsoft 365 Copilot Chat for free.
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Microsoft Teams 

Teams connects everyone and everything in one place, and it’s free for students and teachers of all grade levels with a valid email address.
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School stories

See how schools adopt Windows 11 and accelerate learning

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“To deploy just 20 devices back in the day with all the different management tools you needed to use, and the applications you had to install, was daunting. But with the same IT department, we rolled out 20,000 devices at a time with Microsoft 365, which is nothing short of a miracle.”

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Discount program

Shape the Future program

To prepare students for tomorrow, give them Windows 11 at the best prices today. Your K-12 education institution may be eligible to purchase Windows devices at a discounted rate through this program. Contact us with questions and to apply.
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Education devices starting at $249

 Gain performance on a wide range of cost-effective, personalized education devices that are built for learning.
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Specifications

Windows 11 specifications and requirements

Discover how to find device requirements, versions, and languages available for Windows 11.
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Overview

Overview for administrators

Explore Windows 11 security, productivity tools, customizable features, and new and improved apps.
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Windows 11

Transition from Windows 10 to Windows 11

Support for Windows 10 ended on October 14, 2025. Explore resources and options for upgrading to Windows 11.
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Support

Windows 11 help and learning

Get resources, information on installation and updates, troubleshooting tips, and a video series to make every day easier with Windows 11. 
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Windows 10 transition planning

Windows 10 will reach end of support on October 14, 2025. Plan the transition to Windows 11 with these helpful resources.
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Frequently asked questions

  • Some schools are already using Windows 11, while others may need to upgrade. Check if you’re on the latest operating system and learn about any update requirements. To discuss bulk updates or upgrades for your school, contact us to speak with an education sales specialist.
  • Windows 10 support ended on October 14, 2025. Windows 11 Education is the best Windows yet and was reimagined to enable student success and institutional innovation while simplifying and securing the IT landscape alongside AI features to boost productivity. Your path to Windows 11:

    Upgrade eligible devices    : Many existing devices are compatible with Windows 11 and can make the transition with a software update. Microsoft offers a free tool called PC Health Check that tells you if your device meets the requirements for Windows 11.

    New Windows 11 devices    : If your current device does not meet the specifications required for Windows 11, we recommend exploring options to purchase new Windows devices that are designed to support the latest features and security updates. This ensures your school continues to benefit from improved performance and ongoing support. Schools can also explore Shape the Future, a Microsoft discount program that helps K–12 institutions access affordable Windows 11 PCs and promote digital equity. Email the team to learn more.

    Extended Security Updates    : As your school transitions to Windows 11, you have the option to purchase Extended Security Updates (ESUs) for devices that must temporarily remain on Windows 10. ESUs provide only important security updates and do not include new features or enhancements, helping to keep your devices protected while you complete your migration plan.
  • Windows 11 Education provides a simple, accessible environment on secure, easy-to-manage devices. It supports both online and offline learning, making learning digitally secure and productive. Features like immersive reader and focus sessions help students stay engaged and progress toward their learning outcomes.
  • We encourage the use of trade-in and recycling programs available through our retail and OEM partners, as well as on Microsoft.com. To help schools stretch their budgets, eligible devices can be securely recycled with cashback to offset new purchases through select programs. For devices that don’t qualify for trade-in, Microsoft’s end-of-life management programs support sustainability goals through responsible recycling.
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    The Total Economic Impact™ Of Microsoft 365 Education A5 Security For K-12 Schools, a commissioned study conducted by Forrester Consulting, July 2023. Results are over three years for a composite organization based on interviewed school system customers.

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