Select Services is proud to announce the successful completion of a landmark project – the rollout of over 24,000 Cisco Meraki wireless access points across every school, nursery, and Education Authority (EA) building in Northern Ireland. This massive undertaking marks the largest Cisco Meraki deployment in Europe to date and is set to dramatically improve connectivity and digital learning opportunities for thousands of pupils and staff.
A Milestone in Educational Technology
In an increasingly digital world, robust and reliable wireless infrastructure has become essential to the modern learning environment. From interactive whiteboards and e-learning tools to cloud-based platforms and virtual collaboration, today’s classrooms depend on high-speed, secure, and scalable wireless networks.
Recognising this need, the Education Authority partnered with BT and Select Services to deliver a cutting-edge solution to enhance ICT infrastructure across the entire education system in Northern Ireland. The result is a future-ready wireless network powered by Cisco Meraki, a leader in cloud-managed networking.
End-to-End Project Management and Delivery
Select Services played a vital role throughout the entire project lifecycle—from secure storage and logistics planning through to the physical installation of the devices across hundreds of educational sites. Our highly experienced project team worked closely with BT and EA to design and execute a comprehensive rollout plan that accounted for every detail.
“Our involvement has been extensive—covering the storage, planning, and installation of more than 24,000 Meraki wireless devices,” said Gary Collins, Director at Select Services. “From start to finish, we ensured this large-scale deployment was handled with precision, professionalism, and care.”
Every installation required careful coordination. The team worked tirelessly to gain access to classrooms, align with school schedules, and minimise disruption to teaching and learning. Planning was carried out site-by-site, considering unique factors such as building layouts, access times, and existing network configurations.
Transforming Learning Through Connectivity
The successful implementation of this vast Cisco Meraki network means that every educational institution under the Education Authority in Northern Ireland now benefits from consistent, high-performance wireless coverage. This rollout will enable schools to embrace a more connected, digital-first approach to education, with seamless access to online resources, collaborative tools, and cloud services.
More than just a technology project, this deployment is a significant step forward in enhancing digital learning environments, supporting teaching innovation, and helping students across the region to thrive.
“What makes this project truly special is the impact it will have on the future of teaching and learning in Northern Ireland,” added the spokesperson. “It’s been a privilege to work with so many fantastic people and to contribute to something that will benefit thousands of children and educators for years to come.”
A Legacy of Partnership and Innovation
At Select Services, we believe in the power of technology to transform lives. This project demonstrates the strength of collaboration, innovation, and commitment to excellence. We are incredibly proud to have been entrusted with a project of this scale and significance.
As we look to the future, Select Services remains dedicated to supporting public sector ICT initiatives, delivering reliable, high-quality installations, and helping organisations build the digital infrastructure they need to succeed.
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