Canopies for schools are becoming increasingly aware of the benefits of allowing pupils to spend time in natural outdoor surroundings. Studies show that it has a positive impact on behaviour and learning. However, adding a new outside space to the school can be quite costly. A canopy is a much more cost-effective option, giving the same effect.

Canopies can be used in many different ways in a school environment, including covering walkways between buildings, creating a breakout educational area outdoors, protecting building entrances and car parks and extending the area for sports spectators. They can also be designed with a wide variety of colours to match the school.

From Schools to Cafés: The Versatility of Canopy Systems

Shaded structures can reduce the UV exposure of students which has a huge impact on their health and wellbeing. An insulated roof can also keep the school warm in winter and cool in summer saving energy costs and helping to reduce carbon footprint.

An outside area will allow pupils to play games or take part in other activities without getting wet, especially at busy times of the day like lunchtimes and at the beginning and end of the school day. It will also mean that pupils do not have to run between buildings if it starts raining – this can lead to accidents.

A bespoke canopy can really lift the way the school looks. With a range of coloured designs and a choice of material to suit the school, it will add character and make the building stand out on the campus.