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Specialist School Canopies
Canopies for schools are a growing market due to the positive impact they have on outdoor spaces for children and young people.
With budget cuts and restrictions continuing, it is hard for schools to expand their school buildings to accommodate their growing numbers of students.
School canopies offer a cost-effective solution to this, which is why they are becoming more popular each term.
We are specialist School Canopy installers, based in the UK, who have installed thousands of canopies at a range of institutions.
With expert installers nationwide we can offer competitive prices and in December 2024 we can get quotes sent out to you in no time.
School canopies can be used to create safe outdoor classrooms and outdoor shelters for children of all ages through our bespoke canopy solutions.
If you want to learn more about how a school canopy can be installed on your site, use the contact form provided.
We offer a number of great School Canopy services and are more than happy to assist you with anything from price to dimensions to specification.
Here at School Canopies, we are professional school canopy installers with years of experience in the canopy industry.
We have worked with hundreds of clients nationwide to provide bespoke canopies to their sites.
When it comes to installing a new canopy, there are so many options to consider, and we can work with any ideas your school may have to create the best outdoor space for your students.
Whether you want to create a bespoke outdoor play area for young children or a covered outdoor dining area for students, we have a canopy for every need.
All our canopies for schools are made to order, which means we can work with all your ideas for your schoolyard to provide the best in canopies and shelter.
Our high-quality projects have allowed us to build a loyal client base, with many of our works being pulled in from recommendations.
To receive an accurate, no-obligation quote, contact our team of expert advisors today.
School canopies can be a great addition to both primary and secondary schools as they are a way to make the most out of the outdoor environment that is currently available.
It can be difficult for a school site to continually accommodate the growing number of students it expects each year as budgets are being cut.
Instead of working on expanding the school building, which can cost a lot of money and take a lot of time out of the school year, school canopies and outdoor shelters can make the most out of the existing surrounding environment by creating safe spaces for children to learn and play, whatever the weather.
There are many canopy options for schools. Outdoor areas can be transformed into safe education facilities, and bespoke canopies can create safe play areas for children.
There are options for shelter from wet weather and providing shade, which can make such a difference to the schoolyard as it can be used all year round.
School canopies can also work to create covered walkways or a cycle shelter, both of which have practical benefits year-round when it comes to protecting children from the Great British weather.
Working with a reputable company can ensure that you can create the perfect environment for school children of all ages through the efficient project coordination and installation services on offer.
If you are interested in learning more about shelters for schools, use the contact form below.
Creating safe spaces for outdoor learning and play is vital and is something that all schools should be able to offer.
There are many options when it comes to school canopies that can be installed in the existing outdoor environment, and many schools opt for playground shelters that can create outdoor classrooms.
Ofsted considers outdoor learning to be an integral part of a full curricular system which is why primary schools and early years learning facilities can benefit greatly from sheltered spaces in their playground.
Being able to get outside and spend time in nature is vital for children in their early years of development.
The great outdoors has a lot to offer children, and you can create the ideal shelter for them, complete with a seating area or dining area to support outdoor learning.
We can provide exactly what you need from a school shelter as there are many canopy solutions on offer at our business.
For a primary school, we can work closely with the needs of young children to provide an outdoor canopy that allows them to get fresh air and the benefits of the great outdoors without any risk to their safety.
Our school canopies can be used to create outside play areas or learning facilities that can be used all year round due to quality materials such as a polycarbonate roof which provides weather protection by keeping children dry and warm.
We work with all kinds of materials, including offering timber canopies that can be painted in school colours to create bespoke free flow play or learning facilities on school grounds.
We work closely with the education sector to provide outdoor canopies suitable for all school grounds.
All of our canopies for schools have roofs that offer high UV protection to help keep outdoor play as sun-safe as possible.
This is a very important feature of school canopies and shelters that can sometimes be overlooked, but it is vital to have in your school, especially during the summer months.
Our canopies for schools are prepared for all weather conditions, which is why they offer UV protection as well as provide shelter from the rain.
We understand that the UK has unpredictable weather conditions, which is why our school canopies are made to fit every need.
We want to make sure that your schoolyard can be used all year round for learning or play, which is why we create complete weather protection canopies for our clients.
We understand the importance of getting children outside during lesson time, which is why all of our canopies for schools are made to the highest standards and are built to last.
We can work with all school buildings to expand facilities, providing more space for learning and play without breaking the budget.
If you would like to receive even more information on School Canopy services, make sure you get in touch with us today!
Outdoor time is important for children, and it is also an important thing for young adults too, even though they are often overlooked.
Many secondary schools and colleges do not have much outdoor space that can be used safely by students during lessons or at break time, which is something we can help with.
Canopies and shelters can be installed to reduce congestion within the main building and corridors during breaks, which is a common issue for colleges and secondary schools that have a large number of students.
By providing weather protection to students, they can get outside at any time of the year, which can reduce the number of students inside the school building at any time, making it a safer and more comfortable environment for all.
Just like any primary school can benefit from outdoor facilities, colleges and secondary schools also require additional room for their students yet have to deal with a limited budget.
While older children and young adults might not necessarily play outdoors as students at a primary school do, a school shelter or some outdoor canopies can be very useful in schools for older students and colleges due to the additional space they provide.
Working closely with schools, such as County Durham College and local authorities, we can provide a range of school canopies to suit any school and any age student.
For secondary schools and colleges, the focus will be more on creating the following:
All of our school canopies are bespoke and can be made to meet the requirements of the school, whether that is a primary school or college.
Our installation team works to the highest standards to create the ideal shelter and canopy for your needs. Complete with polycarbonate roofing, you can rest assured that our school shelters can be used all year round to provide space at break time.
Other schools have begun to experience the benefits that a canopy can bring, and if you are interested in offering safe outdoor spaces to your students, use the contact form to learn more.
Canopies for university gardens and academic buildings are an invaluable resource and can be used for almost everything.
From seating and waiting areas to dining or more enclosed spaces such as a covered walkway to shade sail dining areas, we offer a range of new canopy solutions to all of our clients.
The ability to get outside and experience the fresh air is important for children of all ages, which is why we work with every secondary school or college as closely as we work with a primary school to create inclement weather shelters which can be used all year round.
College grounds can also benefit from an outdoor canopy, even if the spaces are no longer focused on play.
Our canopies for schools can be used to create outdoor classrooms or outdoor dining areas, which can be beneficial to children and adults alike.
From timber canopies to stainless steel shelters, we can work with the college grounds to create bespoke outdoor shelters that can be used all year round.
Depending on the needs of the college, we can create free-standing shelters or have a canopy installed against the building to maximise learning facilities.
Free-standing canopies are a great way to make the most of the external environment of the school as they can be installed anywhere.
With side panels available, we can work with the school or college to create covered dining areas or canopies which can offer respite from the wind, and rain or even provide shade during the summer.
As you can see, there are many benefits to a high-quality canopy, and we can work with all needs. For enquiries, use the contact form to learn more.
Canopies can be installed as a way to expand the school building and provide more space for children to play.
A great asset to any school is their sports MUGA spaces, which can be used in lessons as well as during break times so children can get the exercise they need.
If your school already has a sports MUGA area that is not being used to its full advantage, a canopy may be the solution you are looking for.
Canopies can make any outdoor space useable in all weather conditions by offering shelter.
They can also protect and preserve the MUGA spaces, preventing sun damage and keeping them dry, so they are safe for children to use at all times.
A free-standing canopy can be installed over sports facilities such as a MUGA to provide this protection, providing your school with more space and facilities to use during lessons or break time to ensure children are getting the exercise they need.
At School Canopies, we can assist you with the best specifications, costs and prices. Make sure you contact us today for a number of great School Canopy services.
There are so many benefits to a school canopy, and they can work in any environment, regardless of how old students are.
Some of the benefits of a school canopy include:
When it comes to canopies for schools, we can help upgrade your environment to make it safer and more enjoyable for students and teachers alike.
On average, the cost of supplying and installing a canopy at a school ranges from around £1,500 to £10,000.
There are a variety of factors that impact the cost of a school shelter installation. These include:
To gain an accurate price from our estimators, get in touch with us today.
We can install affordable canopies at your institution, so contact us now to get started on your dream project. Your students will thank you later!
You may not require planning permission if you are getting a school canopy as a replacement for what already exists on your site.
Planning permission may not be needed for canopies if this replacement is working with a similar location size, layout, and even colours of the school canopy as it will already work with the environment.
However, if your school is inside a Listed building, in a conservation area, a National Park, or an area of outstanding natural beauty, or if part of the proposed canopy or walkway is located in areas that are classified.
Then planning permission may be needed before outdoor canopies can be installed.
This is something you can speak to your local authority about, whether you are a primary school or a college.
We can work with any restrictions that are in place as all our school canopies are made to order to ensure the best fit for your needs.
To learn more about how we can help, use the contact form below.
Covered walkways can be used to provide shelter between two of the schools buildings, meaning students can keep comfortable and dry no matter the weather. They can also be used as a way to direct students and parents to different parts of the school that are outside, for example car parks or outdoor study areas for people at break and lunchtimes.
Primary school canopies are massively important in locations such as the UK where the weather can often not be the greatest. The weather in the UK can often mean younger kids in primary school are spending there break times and lunch times indoors, whereas with playground canopies the children are still able to go outside and enjoy there free time.
Primary school canopies and playground canopies are a cost effective solution that give you the ability to manage school events and activities that happen outdoors and also give the opportunity to your students to be able to study outside.
Prices can vary depending on a few different factors, but you could expect to pay around £3000 – £4000 for entrance canopies, £450 – £550 per linear metre for walkways, and general canopies you could expect to pay in the region of £5000
You could also opt for a timber canopy, some of the benefits include:
We have found that timber canopies are an amazing way to add some extra shelter to your outdoor area. They are increasingly popular for natural environments including enrichment areas and forest schools. Timber canopies are very durable and hard wearing, our group of experts are able to fit sleek and contemporary timber canopies that fit your design needs.
Outdoor classrooms are outside spaces where learning can take place. Studies have shown that learning outside has massive positive effects on students’ wellbeing and mood, it is also a great way to increase there enthusiasm and eagerness to study and learn.
Tensioned or tensile fabric structures are a type of canopy that features cabling or wiring that provides the canopy with crucial support to a building structure by tensioning in the membrane system. There are many types of tensile fabric structures, the most common designs are known as the Cone and the Saddle.
Freestanding canopies support themselves and do not need to be attached to any building or other structure.
Whereas lean-to canopies go up against existing structures, connecting to them via their aluminium, wood, or steel posts.
Freestanding canopies are great if you are looking to add an additional room, whereas lean-to canopies are perfect to add additional space to an existing room.
Both options can be installed in a range of materials, and constructed to include heat, light, electricity, and shutters.
A canopy can be a great addition to any primary school, college, or even university because it can provide additional space that is much needed without eating into the school budget.
A canopy can be a great way to maximise the outdoor areas of a primary school by creating safe, weatherproof shelters that can be used for learning or play.
If you are interested in getting a canopy installed in your school or are looking to replace an existing canopy, contact us today.
Based on your needs and location, we can offer an instant quote for your canopy, which is certain to be the most cost-effective solution for your primary school, secondary school, or college.
A canopy can transform any learning facility and can improve the lives of students by offering a safe and comfortable space for them to enjoy the outdoors as they get their education.
Contact us today for a quick quote.
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