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     Welcome to Plumpton College!

    Ahead of starting your course, please take some time to read the information below. This will help you get started with the College’s IT systems and ensure you have already logged into our Microsoft Office 365 environment and the WiFi before your first day.

    It’s really important to follow these steps in order as your password is the same for both Microsoft Office 365 and the WiFi. If you connect to the WiFi before you change the password, it won’t work on your first day!

     

    First-Time Login & Password Setup

    1. Go to SharePoint

    Visit plumptoncollege.sharepoint.com and select sign in.

    2. Enter your login details

    Email address: Your 8-digit student number followed by @plumpton.ac.uk.

    Example: 99999988@plumpton.ac.uk

    You can find your student number on your enrolment confirmation.

    Temporary password: Plumpton followed by your date of birth in DD/MM/YYYY format.

    Example: If your date of birth is 1 January 2000, your password is:

    Plumpton01/01/2000

    3. Create a new password

    Once signed in, you'll be asked to create your own password.

    • Must be at least 12 characters long.
    • Choose a secure password.
    • Never share your password with anyone.

    MFA (Multi-factor Authentication)

    After you change your password, you will be asked to set up Multi-factor Authentication (MFA).

    What is MFA?

    MFA is an extra security step to help keep your account safe.
    It helps protect the college from cyber-attacks and stops other people from getting into your account without permission.

    What does this mean for me?

    At times when signing in you will not only be prompted for your Plumpton email (e.g.12345678@plumpton.ac.uk) and password when you log in to our Microsoft Office 365 platform, you will be prompted to enter a code that will be generated via an app on your smartphone - many of you will already use this when doing online banking. 

    You won't, however, be prompted when signing in on campus at Plumpton or One Garden Brighton.

    How do I setup MFA?

    Setting up MFA is simple, and you only need to do it once (unless you change your phone) The instructions below should guide you through the process.

    Login and MFA Setup Video

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    Important Apps to Install

     As a Plumpton College student you can download the Microsoft Office 365 apps, on up to 5 devices you own for the duration of your studies. Many courses will have theory elements and installing these apps with provide you with the tools required to complete your theory work and assignments.  

    Installing Microsoft 365
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    We also recommend installing Microsoft Outlook, Microsoft Teams and Microsoft SharePoint on your mobile devices (available from both the Google Play and Apple App Stores), this will allow you to quickly stay up to date with important information that will be shared by the college over the course of your studies.

    WiFi

    Transition Events (excluding the Outreach programme)

    Please note: if you are progressing within your current curriculum area (e.g. going from Level 2 to Level 3), you are not required to attend a transition event. If you are changing curriculum areas (e.g. going from agriculture to equine), you are required to attend a transition event.

    • Foundation Learning, Level 1 and Level 2 (excluding Outreach programme students - please see below for Outreach programme transition dates) : Tuesday 30th June | 09:00am - 16:00pm 

    • Level 3 & T Levels: Wednesday 1st July | 09:00am - 16:00pm 

    Attendance at this Transition Event is a condition of your offer of a place at Plumpton College in September, and therefore your attendance is mandatory.

    The purpose of the day is to:

    • Ensure you are on the right path for success, the day will comprise carefully designed activities to:

    • Assess suitability for your chosen course

    • Ensure attitude and behaviour aligns with our college values

    • Take part in engaging activities that will help you settle in smoothly and reduce anxiety

    • Start forming friendships with future classmates

    • Meet your course teachers and ask questions

    • Explore the campus and become familiar with your surroundings

    On the day you will need to bring a copy of your academic reference and attendance report if you have it available. 

    The college uses eduroam for all college and personal devices connecting to WiFi.

    Connecting to eduroam is simple and can be done before arriving on campus!

    Visit https://cat.eduroam.org/ and click on the download eduroam installer link

    Find Plumpton College and then download the installer for your device (it should auto detect).

    Please then enter your college email address and college IT password. Please accept the certificate which will allow you to connect to our network securely.

    Remember: you will need to enter your full college email address and college password

    Please find more detailed instructions below on how to connect your device to our WiFi networks remotely for the most common devices used at the college:

    Parent Welcome Evenings 


    Use the button/s below to book onto the correct evening:

    Eduroam on iOS

    Eduroam on Android

    IT FAQs

    What device will I need?

    We recommend completing college work on a laptop with the following recommended specification:

    • Windows 11 Home
    • i3 or Ryzen 3 Processor
    • 8GB RAM
    • 128gb SSD storage

    What software will be supplied?

    The College can supply the Microsoft Office 365 Package free for up to 5 devices that you own, for the duration of your course.

    The package comprises of Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Teams, Outlook, OneNote and OneDrive. These apps can be installed on laptops, smartphones and tablets.

    We recommend having an antivirus software installed on your computer, if you are unsure which one to use Sophos Home will provide sufficient protection.

    Some course may require access to other software; your teaching team will provide you with any instructions on how to download and obtain the necessary license from the college.

    What IT Support it available?

    The college has a dedicated IT Helpdesk located at the main Plumpton campus available for walk-ins to both staff and students available Monday – Thursday 8:30-5pm and Friday 8:30-4:30pm during term times, alternatively you can contact us by email ITServices@plumpton.ac.uk or by phone 01273 892042 and a technician will get back to you as soon as possible.

    Our Services:

    We can help you with any tech related questions or problems you may have - however, please be aware that when it comes to your personal devices, we are somewhat limited with what we can fix ourselves, but we may instead be able to make a recommendation.

    We can help you with the following:

    • Help you connect to WiFi and printers on-site
    • Help you access your online lessons and resources
    • Reset your password
    • Provide a free copy of Office 365
    • And much more!