Education · Oakford Technology

Bonded Broadband

High speed internet anywhere — even in hard to reach locations.

Some schools simply cannot access a single broadband connection fast enough to support modern teaching and cloud-based systems. When dedicated fibre isn’t available — or is far too costly — Oakford’s Bonded Broadband provides an affordable, high-performance alternative.

Bonding combines multiple broadband lines (FTTC, ADSL, 3G/4G/5G) — and now Starlink satellite internet — into a single ultra-fast, resilient connection suitable for primary schools, secondary schools, colleges, and Multi-Academy Trusts.

What Is Bonded Internet?

Bonded Broadband takes between 2 and 12 connections, such as:

FTTC
ADSL
3G/4G/5G
Existing fibre lines
Starlink (satellite broadband)

…and links them using specialist bonding technology. Your school’s internet traffic is:

Split into small packets
Sent simultaneously across all available lines
Reassembled in Oakford’s datacentres
Routed onto the internet via Oakford’s high-speed network

This provides faster, more resilient broadband — even in locations where standard services fall short.

How Bonded Broadband Works

1

Combine Multiple Lines

Oakford installs additional fixed lines, mobile data links, or Starlink satellite connectivity where traditional broadband is limited.

2

Deploy Bonding Hardware

Pre-configured, easy to install equipment is shipped to your site.

3

Enjoy Faster, More Reliable Broadband

Your connections are bonded together to create one fast, optimised, education ready connection.

Why Schools Choose Bonded Broadband

High Speeds Without High Costs

Achieve fibre-like performance — without the fibre price tag.

Works in Hard to Reach or Rural Areas

Starlink integration provides high-speed satellite internet for locations where physical lines are slow or unavailable.

Built In Resilience

If one line fails, others keep your school online — ideal for safeguarding and operational continuity.

Supports Cloud Services & Modern Learning

Bonded speeds ensure smooth access to: MIS systems, Cloud teaching platforms, VoIP telephony, Online assessment, Streaming & video learning.

Rapid Deployment

Bonded 4G/5G or Starlink solutions can get your school online in hours during delays, outages, or new-build challenges.

Perfect for Multi Academy Trusts

Bonded Broadband strengthens MAT connectivity by:

Improving speeds for remote or smaller schools
Enabling temporary or rapid-deployment WAN connections
Acting as a backup for critical MAT infrastructure
Providing resilient inter-site connectivity using VPLS or MPLS
Offering Starlink options for sites with extremely poor coverage

This ensures consistent internet performance across all academies — regardless of postcode.

Common Use Cases in Education

Primary & Secondary Schools

Get reliable, high-speed broadband without the cost of a leased line.

New Builds & Temporary Sites

Deploy Starlink or bonded 4G/5G instantly when traditional lines are not yet installed.

Backup Connectivity

Use bonded services as a resilient backup alongside FTTP or leased lines.

Line Faults or Damage

Recover quickly using bonded 4G/5G or Starlink to restore service.

Interested?

Find out how Oakford can improve or transform your school’s broadband — anywhere in the UK.

IT Solutions

Cloud Solutions

Communication

Technology