School Website Design & Development for UK Schools and Trusts
Design Office are experts in school website design. For over 30 years we have worked with Primary Schools, Secondary Schools, College’s, UTC’s and Universities to deliver professional web design, aimed at showcasing each the schools key selling points and unique ethos.
There isn’t much that we don’t know about websites for schools, why not partner with us for your next project?
Bespoke School Website Design
At Design Office, we specialise in professional school website design and development. We have designed and built over 100 websites for schools and multi-academy trusts (MATs), guiding each client through our expert-led process honed over 30 years in the education sector. Our cutting-edge school website designs, combined with robust, scalable systems, guarantee a seamless and efficient project lifecycle with tangible results.
A professionally developed school website is essential for effective communication with parents, students, staff, and the wider community. It acts as a central digital hub, providing instant access to school calendars, news updates, policies, term dates, and other key resources. A well-crafted school website also enhances your school’s online presence, attracts prospective families, and highlights the unique values, curriculum, and achievements of your institution.
Make an Excellent First Impression
Engaging, Ofsted-Compliant, and User-Friendly School Websites
School marketing is becoming increasingly competitive, with both local and national institutions striving for visibility. A strong online presence for schools is now crucial. With over 1,500+ average monthly website visitors across our school partners, our education website design solutions ensure your school stands out from the crowd.
When parents begin their search for the best school, the internet is often their first stop. A mobile-friendly, responsive school website allows them to explore your curriculum, ethos, and environment easily—helping them decide if your school is the right fit for their child.
Our Web Design Process
Immersion – Understanding Your School’s Vision
We begin with a full immersion into your school, trust, or educational setting. Before any design or development begins, we review your brief, objectives, and brand. Our team conducts competitor research, industry benchmarking, and visual exploration to create a strategic mood board of school website design ideas tailored to your values and vision.
Consultation – Collaborative Planning
Your initial consultation is a chance to meet our experienced team. We’ll discuss your school website goals, project timelines, key features (such as class pages, parent portals, or curriculum highlights), and what inspires you. Together, we’ll shape a strategy that brings your bespoke education website to life, supported by our expert guidance at every stage.
Structure – Intuitive and Accessible Navigation
A clear, well-structured school website is critical for usability. We’ll create an intuitive website wireframe to ensure all content is easy to access for different audiences-whether that’s parents looking for term dates or staff uploading newsletters. Our structure planning enhances the user experience (UX), boosts engagement, and supports Ofsted requirements.
Design – Innovative Visual Identity
Once the structure is approved, we focus on creating a compelling visual style. Our creative team collaborates closely, with designers leading on look and feel, and developers ensuring animation and interactivity enhance user journeys. Our designs are responsive, accessible, and tailored to reflect your school’s identity—be it a primary school website, secondary school site, or a multi-academy trust platform.
Development – Secure, Scalable, and Future-Proof
Using the latest front-end and back-end technologies, we build a fully responsive and secure school website that meets your specific functionality needs. From calendar integrations and document downloads to multimedia galleries and parent communication tools, we ensure everything works perfectly across devices and browsers.
Test & Launch – Quality Assurance & Live Deployment
Before launch, we rigorously test your website across all modern browsers and mobile devices to guarantee a smooth experience. After incorporating your final feedback, your new school website will go live—ready to serve your school community with ease.
School Website Support
Our dedicated UK-based support team is always on hand for post-launch needs. Whether you need urgent fixes, content updates, new page builds, or Ofsted compliance audits, we provide tailored support to keep your site running smoothly. We offer flexible school website support packages, starting at just £195 per month, including performance monitoring and annual health checks.
Hosting & Support Packages for Schools
Our annual packages include:
- Dedicated UK-based website hosting
- SSL certificates for secure browsing
- Monthly maintenance and security updates
- Full domain and DNS management
- Priority access to our education website support team
All services are fully GDPR compliant and tailored to meet Ofsted website requirements.
School Website Training
Our in-house training sessions help you confidently manage your website. Delivered by a developer who worked on your project, these 2-hour sessions cover:
- Adding and editing content
- Uploading documents and media
- Managing calendars and notices
- Website accessibility and best practices
We ensure your team is fully equipped to run the site independently after launch.
Get in Touch – Let’s Transform Your School Website
Whether you’re looking to redesign your existing school website, build a new one from scratch, or need expert help with training or support, we’re here to help.
Email: sales@designoffice.co.uk
Call: 01270 252106
Visit Our Portfolio to explore examples of our work with schools and trusts across the UK.
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