A brand of Lesar UK
Access control systems for schools & educational facilities
Secure your school with trusted access control systems designed for education. We install and manage controlled entry points, zone-based permissions, and seamless integration with CCTV and alarms.
4.8 Average user rating
from 324 reviews.
Clients we've worked with
Why access control matters for schools
Prevent Unauthorised Access
Secures doors and gates so only approved staff and visitors can enter, reducing risks and improving safety.
Automate Staff & Visitor Entry
Cards, fobs or mobile credentials provide quick, controlled entry while giving visitors time-limited access.
Protect Vulnerable Areas
Role-based permissions keep important rooms secure, preventing misuse and safeguarding assets.
Improve Safeguarding & Compliance
Creates a clear audit trail of movements around the school, supporting policies and meeting compliance standards.
Official Paxton Partner
Paxton Gold Partner, we're trained and approved to design, install and support Net2 and Paxton10 systems to Paxton’s standards.
Trusted UK Installer
20+ years installing access control across the UK, from single doors to multi-site systems – designed around your building.
5-Year Guarantee
5-year product warranty on Paxton hardware and a lifetime guarantee on key fobs under normal use – peace of mind built in.
Key access control features for schools
Controlled entry points for schools
Access to key school doors and gates is managed automatically, ensuring only authorised users can enter specific areas.
Door card/fob and mobile access
Staff and visitors can unlock doors using cards, fobs or mobile credentials, making access fast, secure and contactless.
Role-based permissions for staff
Different access levels can be assigned to staff based on role, allowing only the right people into sensitive or restricted areas.
Visitor management integrations
Visitors receive temporary digital passes that work seamlessly with your access system, ensuring controlled entry during their stay.
Real-time door monitoring
View live door status and activity so staff can instantly see which areas are secure or require attention.
Emergency door override functions
Authorised staff can remotely lock or unlock doors in seconds, ensuring fast response during urgent situations.
Event logs & audit trails for safeguarding
Automatically records door events and user activity, helping staff review incidents and maintain safeguarding compliance.
CCTV and alarm system integration
Works alongside your cameras and alarms to give a unified view of site security and trigger automated responses when needed.
We can secure any area in a school
• Reception & main entrance
• Classroom corridors
• IT rooms & staff offices
• Finance & admin areas
• Storage & equipment rooms
• External gates & playground access
• Sports halls & changing areas
• SEN / specialist support rooms
Systems we work with
Paxton Net2
A proven, network-based access control system with built-in lockdown functionality for instant site security.
Paxton10
Combines access control and video management, offering one-click lockdown and complete visibility for your site.
SALTO
Advanced wireless access control for schools, ideal for flexible door management and integration.
TDSI
Scalable access control and building security platform that can operate alongside lockdown-enabled systems.
What our customers say about us
Jane
Team Industrial
Maci
NHS Coventry
Jarrod
RAF Museum
Built for safeguarding and safety
Our access control and lockdown systems are designed for schools and education environments. They follow best-practice principles for site security and integrate with existing fire safety and alarm systems to ensure safe operation during an emergency.
We install school lockdown systems
With school security requirements rising, reliable lockdown tools are now essential. We install systems that enable instant activation, controlled access points and full safeguarding integration.
