Whether you are a school, academy, college, or university, having a consistent signage scheme in place throughout your campus is essential.
There are dozens of signage options and systems available, and it’s difficult to know which is the most appropriate for your organization. So, here is your comprehensive school signage guide – what to use, when to use it, and how it works.
Entrance
Let’s start where your visitors start – at the entrance. Why is it so important to carefully consider your entrance signage?
The obvious first answer is visibility. People need to know where to find you, and that they’ve arrived at the right place. This is particularly important if you have several entrances for different groups or events.
And then there’s making that all-important first impression. Your entrance sign tells people a lot about your brand; whether you see your school as a family, or an establishment dedicated to the pursuit of knowledge. Your entrance sign can help you say all this, without opening your mouth.
Here’s What We Recommend
Monument signs are a good option for entrances. These are stand-alone signs on which you can display all the necessary information about your school. They’re sleek and modern, giving a great first impression.
Post Mounted signs are particularly good if people are driving past and need to find your site. They’re low maintenance and high impact. With flat panels mounted onto wooden or aluminum posts. Different techniques can be used to give more visual
School Grounds
It’s not just new pupils who can end up wandering, lost, around corridors and paths. Your visitors need to be able to find their way around too. And, while they’re trying to find the Science block, your signage can reinforce the school brand or that family feel. Using the same fonts, colors, logos, and wording subconsciously makes people feel comfortable and secure – just what you’re after.
Here’s What We Recommend
For wayfinding signage, Post and Plank systems are simple to erect, low maintenance, and easy to read. As you can see at Moline High School, they usually consist of planks fixed between two posts.
Building Exterior
Buildings don’t have to be boring! We prefer to see them as another opportunity to give a cohesive feel to your site – tying in every space to your brand and values. Exterior signage can also help guide people on their journey from the front entrance to the main building.
Here’s What We Recommend
If you want to make a lasting impression, a Statement Piece is perfect. Remind people immediately of your logo, your mission statement, and even display photos of happy (or studious) children! These pieces cement your brand in the minds of your visitors!
Moving Inside
A place of learning should be inspiring! You’re in the business of igniting brains, creating individuals thirsty for knowledge, and building a nurturing community. The interior of your buildings should reflect (and enhance) that, and you don’t need to rely on your teachers’ lovely wall displays.
Here’s What We Recommend:
An easy option is to fix inspirational quotes about learning and exploration, or your school motto, straight to your walls. Cut or Built-Up letters are also great for things like mission statements.
Creating custom wallpaper in your school colors can spread that consistent message all the way through your building. And make the environment a pleasant place to spend time in.
How we can Help
From providing school signage design to creating and installing the signs themselves, Riverbend Signworks is the leading provider of powerful signage across a range of different educational institutions. Contact us today and let us help you bring your values, your vision, and your community to life.
