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.sch.uk Domain: Empowering Educational Institutions in the UK

The .sch.uk domain is specifically designed for schools and educational establishments across the United Kingdom. This top-level domain (TLD) serves as a trusted online identity for primary and secondary schools, ensuring they are easily identifiable on the web.

By adopting a .sch.uk domain, schools can enhance their online presence, build credibility, and communicate effectively with students and parents. It helps to create a secure and educational-focused space where important information, resources, and updates can be shared.

Whether you're a headteacher, administrator, or parent, the .sch.uk domain is instrumental in supporting the educational community by providing a dedicated platform that promotes learning and collaboration.

Domain TLD Datasheet

Example Uses & Restrictions

Domain Name Examples
  • homeworkhelper.sch.uk
  • scienceclub.sch.uk
  • artandcrafts.sch.uk
  • outdoorlearning.sch.uk
Potential Uses for this TLD
  • .sch.uk TLD could be used for UK schools
  • educational institutions
  • online learning platforms
  • and school-related organisations.
TLD Restrictions

.sch.uk Domain Registration Restrictions and Eligibility Requirements

The .sch.uk domain is specifically reserved for schools in the United Kingdom. Only educational institutions that meet the criteria outlined by the naming authority are eligible to register a .sch.uk domain. The primary eligibility requirements are as follows:

  • Registered Schools: The organisation must be a registered school or educational institution within the UK.
  • UK Location: The school must operate within the United Kingdom.
  • Applicable Age Range: The domain is intended for institutions serving students of compulsory school age (usually from ages 5 to 16).

Other types of educational institutions, such as colleges or universities, should consider using other relevant TLDs like .ac.uk. Overall, the .sch.uk TLD is restricted to eligible UK schools only.

Hipposerve TLD Pricing

Registration

£6.99

Transfer

£0.00

Renewal

£8.99

Technical Information

Characters Allowed

Number of characters allowed: 3 to 63

IDN Compatibility

IDN character compatibility: No

Registration Period

Registration periods: 1 to 10 years

DNSSEC Compatibility

DNSSEC compatibility: Yes

Renewal Period

Renewal periods: 1 to 10 years

Registration Delay

Registration delay: Instant

Transfer Time

Time taken to transfer: 5 days

Transfer Lock

Transfer lock time: 60 days.

Note: The information provided on this page was accurate at the time of the last update. However, TLD information is subject to change by the relevant domain naming authorities at any time. Hipposerve cannot be held responsible for any inaccuracies that may arise due to such changes.
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Streamline your online presence with FREE domain forwarding! Whether you're managing multiple domains or just one, this feature allows you to direct all traffic to your primary website.

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This versatile feature allows you to redirect emails from multiple addresses to a single inbox, streamlining your correspondence. Ideal for businesses wanting to manage communications efficiently.
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