Outdoor canopies for schools can offer a great number of benefits for schools and nurseries. For example, it can protect pupils from harsh UV rays and downpours allowing them to play outside all year round whilst keeping them safe. It can also be used as a place to have lunch or break time so students are not forced inside and can enjoy the outdoors.

Canopies are a great way to extend classroom spaces without having to build additional buildings on campus. They can be fitted with seating to create a student social area, a space for outdoor reading or even a separate outdoor ‘quiet zone’. They can also be used to store STEM learning tools and messy play materials reducing the clutter in classrooms, or to hold ongoing projects that require shelter from rain and sun.

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In addition, an entrance canopy can be used to provide shade for parents and pupils waiting for their transport, avoiding them being exposed to the elements when they are not ready to go in the building. Many universities, colleges and schools have a variety of events, sports days and music concerts throughout the summer months, so adding an outdoor seating or event shelter to these areas will help spectators and participants stay dry and comfortable.

Many schools also use their existing outdoor space to host student job expos and networking events. For these types of events, an outdoor canopy can be used to provide shade and protection from weather conditions, enabling students to focus on the meeting with potential employers or future employer and not worry about the heat, wind, or rain obstructing their experience.