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School, College & University Security

Education security for safer campuses and communities

Reassuring, professional security for schools, colleges, universities, student accommodation and education estates.

Managed security,
not just a guard

Sector expertise

A visible presence with the right judgement

Education sites must protect pupils, students, staff, visitors and assets while remaining welcoming places to learn. Requirements vary significantly between a school entrance, a large university campus and student accommodation operating overnight.

Our education security services are designed around the institution’s safeguarding arrangements, access procedures, campus activity and escalation protocols. Officers provide a professional presence without replacing the responsibilities of teaching, pastoral or safeguarding teams.

A tailored security plan shaped around your risks, operating hours and service standards.

Our services

School, College & University Security Services

School & college security guards

Visible guarding for entrances, buildings, events and education estates.

University & campus security

Campus patrols, building security, reception posts and support across large or multi-building sites.

Access control & visitor management

ID and appointment checks, visitor sign-in, contractor control and protection of restricted areas.

Student accommodation security

Night and out-of-hours security for halls, residences and shared student living environments.

Event & open-day security

Planned security for enrolment, open days, ceremonies, examinations and high-attendance events.

Patrols & incident reporting

Internal and external patrols, observation, escalation and accurate recording of security concerns.

Security Enquiry

Tell us what you need to protect

Share the site postcode, required hours, preferred start date and main concerns. Our team can help define a suitable guarding requirement.

For permanent, temporary, urgent and 24/7 guarding enquiries.
 

Frequently asked questions

School, College & University Security FAQs

Clear answers for organisations considering professionally managed guarding services.

What can school security guards help with?

Duties may include entrance security, visitor checks, patrols, event cover, incident response, key control and reporting, all within the school’s safeguarding and escalation procedures.

Do you provide university campus security?

Yes. Services can be designed for university buildings, campuses, libraries, receptions, events and student accommodation.

Can you provide security for student accommodation at night?

Yes. Night and out-of-hours cover can be discussed for halls and student residences, including patrols and response to agreed security incidents.

What vetting is used for education security officers?

All security officers must meet applicable licensing and employment-vetting requirements. Any additional background checks are agreed according to the role, site and client requirements.

Which areas do you cover?

Education security is available across London, the South of England, the Midlands and selected UK locations, subject to the scope and availability.