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Outdoor classroom ideas

While some children learn best in a traditional indoor classroom setting, many others need to experience lessons in a...

Which funding sources could help pay for my school canopy?

Schools across England are facing a ‘significant squeeze’ on their budgets despite additional government funding,...

Guide To School Canopies, Shelters & Awnings

Maintaining safe and protective environments for students is not just a nice to have but a vital component of the...

How school canopies can keep children safe outside during extreme weather

As the planet warms up under the influence of greenhouse gases, we are experiencing more weather extremes. Climate...

How shelters in schools can make better use of outdoor space

Outdoor education has a long and popular history in this country, with the benefits to learning outcomes now formally...

Comparing Different Canopy Roof Types

Discover the pros and cons of different canopy roof types for schools, including polycarbonate, glass, GRP, metal, and...

How Much Will A Canopy Cost?

How much will a canopy cost? Here we discuss what factors influence the cost of having permanent, solid-roofed canopies...

Shouldn’t an outdoor dining canopy be on the menu at your school?

According to the government’s own figures, secondary school pupil numbers are predicted to be at 3,163,000 by 2028, a...

Five Benefits Of An Aluminium Canopy

School canopies create additional, alternative spaces for learning, play and other activities (including storage) at...