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Fire & Security for Schools and Academies
We provide complete fire safety and security solutions for primary schools, secondary schools, academies, and multi-academy trusts across Bedfordshire, Hertfordshire, and North London. From BS 5839-6 compliant fire alarm systems and SSAIB-certified CCTV to access control and fire door inspections — we help schools meet their safeguarding obligations and stay compliant with OFSTED requirements.
Who is this for?
For school business managers, headteachers, site managers, bursars, and multi-academy trust estates teams who need reliable, compliant fire and security systems — and the documentation to prove it to OFSTED, local authorities, and insurers.
- Primary schools and infant/junior schools
- Secondary schools and sixth form colleges
- Academies and multi-academy trusts (MATs)
- Free schools and studio schools
- Special educational needs (SEN) schools
- Independent and private schools
- Nurseries and early years settings
- Further education colleges
Common fire and security challenges in schools
- Fire risk assessments are overdue, incomplete, or were not carried out to PAS 79:2020 standard — putting you at risk during OFSTED or fire service inspections
- Fire doors across multiple buildings are damaged, propped open, missing seals, or have faulty closers — with no documented inspection records
- CCTV coverage is outdated, with blind spots in corridors, halls, and playgrounds, or footage quality is too poor for evidential use
- No proper access control system — anyone can walk onto site, and there's no audit trail of who is in the building
- Fire alarm systems are ageing, have outstanding faults, or haven't been serviced quarterly in accordance with BS 5839-1
- OFSTED or local authority inspectors have requested fire safety and safeguarding documentation and you can't produce a complete, current set
- Emergency lighting hasn't been tested to BS 5266-1 standards and you're unsure if it would function in a real evacuation
- Insurance providers are asking for evidence of professionally maintained fire and security systems
Our fire and security services for schools
Fire Alarm Systems
BS 5839-1 compliant fire alarm design, installation, and commissioning for all school building types. We install addressable systems for larger secondary schools and conventional systems for smaller primaries. Includes quarterly and annual servicing, fault rectification, and full certification.
Wireless Fire Alarms for Heritage Buildings
Radio-linked fire alarm systems for listed school buildings, Victorian premises, and sites where cabling would damage historic fabric. Hyfire and EMS wireless systems with full BS 5839-1 compliance and minimal disruption.
CCTV for Corridors, Halls & Perimeters
HD and 4K CCTV systems covering internal corridors, assembly halls, sports halls, playgrounds, car parks, and site perimeters. Hikvision and Dahua cameras with remote viewing for headteachers and site managers. Compliant with data protection and safeguarding requirements.
Access Control Systems
Door access control for staff rooms, server rooms, cash offices, and external gates. Fob and card-based systems with time schedules, audit trails, and integration with existing IT. Ideal for controlling access during and after school hours.
Door Entry & Visitor Management
Video door entry systems at main reception and staff entrances to control visitor access. See who's at the gate before opening, keep an audit log, and integrate with access control for seamless site management.
Emergency Lighting
BS 5266-1 compliant emergency lighting installation and testing. Monthly flick tests, 6-monthly brief duration tests, and annual 3-hour full duration tests with documented results for your compliance file.
Fire Door Inspections & Remedials
Door-by-door fire door inspections with calibrated gap measurement, ironmongery assessment, and condition grading. On-site remedial works including seal replacement, closer fitting, hinge replacement, and signage.
Fire Risk Assessments
PAS 79:2020 fire risk assessments for every building on your school site, carried out by competent assessors. Includes photographic evidence, prioritised action plans, and documentation ready for OFSTED and local authority scrutiny.
Scope of works
Our qualified engineers carry out the following as standard:
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Intruder Alarm Systems
Monitored intruder alarms to protect school buildings outside hours. Keyholder notification and police response options available. Ideal for protecting IT suites, cash offices, and storage areas.
24/7 Remote CCTV Monitoring
Connect your CCTV to a monitoring centre for live alarm verification and police dispatch. Reduces false alarms and ensures rapid response to genuine intrusions outside school hours.
Staff Fire Safety Training
Fire awareness and evacuation training for teaching and support staff. Includes PEEP guidance for pupils with disabilities and tailored procedures for your specific site layout.
Fire Extinguisher Servicing
Annual inspection and servicing of all portable fire extinguishers to BS 5306-3, with replacement of expired units and clear location signage.
Monthly Compliance Package
All inspections, servicing, and documentation managed under a single predictable monthly payment. Never miss a deadline, never scramble for OFSTED documentation.
MAT Multi-Site Management
Consolidated fire and security management across multiple academy sites. Standardised reporting, trust-level overview, and coordinated scheduling for estates teams.
Typical project timeframes
Key benefits
Ongoing support & maintenance
Term-Time Scheduling
All servicing and installations scheduled around term dates, half terms, and INSET days to minimise disruption to teaching.
Compliance Tracking
We track every inspection date, certificate expiry, and servicing deadline — alerting your business manager before anything lapses.
Emergency Attendance
Priority call-out for urgent fire safety and security issues. We aim to attend within 24 hours for school clients.
OFSTED-Ready Documentation
Your compliance pack is updated after every visit so it's always ready for an unannounced inspection.
How it works
Initial Consultation
We discuss your current fire safety and security arrangements, upcoming OFSTED inspections, and any specific concerns or requirements.
Site Survey & Review
A competent assessor visits your school to survey all buildings, review existing systems and documentation, and identify compliance gaps.
Detailed Proposal
You receive a clear, itemised proposal covering all recommended works with fixed prices and realistic timescales — prioritised by risk and urgency.
Installation & Works
Our engineers carry out installations and remedial works, scheduled around term times and school hours to minimise disruption.
Documentation & Handover
You receive a complete OFSTED-ready compliance pack with all certificates, reports, and user guides — organised by building and service.
Ongoing Support
We schedule future inspections, servicing, and compliance reviews to keep your school compliant year after year.
Complete fire compliance programme across 3 buildings
Queen Elizabeth School — Luton
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Fire risk & door inspection, Challney Girls
Frequently asked questions
Request a Free Site Survey
One of our qualified engineers will visit your site, assess your requirements, and provide a detailed quotation - completely free.
Book a free site survey
Pick the service you need - we tailor the questions, then come back to you within 24 hours.
What happens after you contact us
We review your enquiry
A member of our team reviews your requirements and gets back to you within 24 hours.
We arrange a site survey
We schedule a convenient time to visit your site and assess your needs in person.
We prepare a quotation
You receive a clear, detailed quote with no hidden costs or obligations.
We schedule the work
Once approved, we agree a start date that works around your operations.
We provide documentation & support
On completion, you receive all certificates, reports, and ongoing support details.
Trusted by schools, care homes, warehouses, and construction sites
We work with commercial and public sector clients across Bedfordshire, Hertfordshire, Buckinghamshire, and London.
Schools & Academies
Primary schools, secondary schools, multi-academy trusts, and nurseries
Construction Sites
Active building sites, developments, and temporary site compounds
Warehouses & Industrial
Warehouses, distribution centres, factories, and industrial units
Care Homes & Healthcare
Care homes, nursing facilities, clinics, and GP surgeries
Car Garages & Workshops
MOT centres, car dealerships, vehicle workshops, and body shops
Commercial Offices
Offices, business parks, co-working spaces, and corporate HQs
Public Sector
Local authority buildings, NHS facilities, and community centres
Retail & Hospitality
Shops, restaurants, pubs, hotels, and leisure venues
Areas we cover
Get your school fire and security compliant
Request a free site survey and compliance review. We'll assess your fire risk assessments, alarm systems, CCTV, access control, fire doors, and emergency lighting — and give you a clear, prioritised plan with realistic costs to meet your obligations.
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