Remote awnings
Remote awnings provide the perfect sunshade for your school’s outdoor spaces. Available in a range of designs, colours, and fabric styles, they are an elegant and practical shading solutions
Our awnings
Shading4Schools partners with two leading manufacturers, Weinor and Base Awnings, to offer a versatile range of made-to-measure awnings designed specifically for school environments. With over sixty years of expertise, Weinor is renowned for its innovative designs and premium craftsmanship, delivering stylish, functional solutions. For a more budget-friendly alternative, Base Awnings, a trusted UK manufacturer, provides durable, high-quality options without compromising on performance.
Each awning is made to order, tailored to fit your school’s specific size requirements. A wide array of colour options ensures a perfect match with your school’s aesthetic. In addition to UV protection and shading, these awnings transform outdoor areas into practical spaces for lessons, social gatherings, and extracurricular activities.
Customisation options include integrated LEDs, remote-controlled valances, and infrared heaters, allowing year-round use, even in the evenings. These features reduce the need for additional lighting or heating installations, enhancing energy efficiency. Optional vibration sensors provide added protection, ensuring your investment is safeguarded while maximising functionality and durability.
Shade and Comfort
Awnings provide shade over entrances, walkways, and outdoor areas, creating comfortable environments for students and staff, especially during hot weather.
Protection from Weather
They shield students and staff from rain and snow, allowing for safe and dry access to buildings and outdoor spaces.
Energy Efficiency
By reducing direct sunlight entering buildings, awnings help lower indoor temperatures, which can reduce cooling costs and improve energy efficiency.
Enhanced Outdoor Learning
Awnings create sheltered outdoor spaces for classes, activities, or gatherings, promoting outdoor learning and encouraging students to spend time outside.
Increased Aesthetic Appeal
Available in various colours and styles, awnings can enhance the visual appeal of school buildings, contributing to a welcoming atmosphere.
Extended Usable Space
Awnings provide additional usable space for outdoor activities, events, or dining, making school grounds more versatile and functional.
Remote awning options
Shading4Schools offers high-quality motorised awnings, specifically designed as effective sunshades for educational environments. Fully customisable, they can be tailored to meet the unique needs of each school, with optional extras such as integrated LED lighting, vibration sensors for wind protection, and remote-controlled valances for added flexibility. These awnings provide a practical and stylish solution for maximising outdoor spaces.
What solutions do we offer?
The Kubata
The Kubata is a practical solution for schools and colleges seeking to optimize outdoor space. Its unique cubic design blends seamlessly with architecture while adapting to construction needs, enhancing versatility and comfort for a year-round engaging educational experience.
The Semina Life
The Semina Life is an excellent choice for schools and colleges looking to enhance outdoor spaces. It offers versatile shading for gatherings during lessons or breaks, with a durable cassette for longevity and minimal maintenance. Installed on walls, it creates covered areas that support a more engaging environment for various educational and social activities year-round.
The Opal II
The Opal II is perfect for schools and colleges, featuring reinforced LongLife arms that cover the widest span of any Weinor awning, providing extensive shade for outdoor gatherings and activities. Its classic design includes innovative spring-loaded clips for maximum protection against dirt and the elements, ensuring longevity and low maintenance in busy school environments.
The Calnova
The Calnova is a robust, semi-cassetted awning system with a square back bar, offering a flexible top or face-fit installation. It conceals the fabric when retracted, leaving the arms exposed, and features a patented tipping system for adjustable pitch. Available in RAL 9010 white as standard, it spans widths from 2.1m to 12m, with optional LED arms to enhance usability in school settings.
The Zenith
The Zenith is a fully cassetted retractable awning with a square back bar, fully concealing both arms and fabric when retracted. This reliable system includes a patented tipping mechanism that ensures perfect front bar closure, even at maximum inclinations. Available in RAL 9010 white as standard, Zenith spans 3m to 12m in width, with optional LED arms for enhanced functionality in educational settings.
Customise to your preferences
With up to 47 standard RAL colours available, including 9 scratch-resistant options, choose the option that best suits your school. If you don’t see one, we can colour-match to nearly any one available on the market.
Weinor offer the widest selection of colours for any awning provider, so you won’t find more choice anywhere.
A simple, straightforward service
- Book your appointment. It’s completely free, no-obligation, and we have advisors across the nation, so we can work to suit you!
- Appointment day! Our advisor will come to site and carry out a survey, then discuss the best options for you and your school. You’ll receive a full quote, with a breakdown of any additional extras that might be suitable for you.
- We’ll handle the fitting! Once your product is made, we’ll book in dates for delivery and installation. Once its fitted, an electrician will need to make the electrical connection.
What uses can awnings offer to my school?
- Shaded outdoor learning areas: Awnings create comfortable shaded spaces for outdoor classrooms, encouraging hands-on learning and engagement with nature.
- Cafeteria or dining spaces: Awnings provide covered areas for outdoor dining, allowing students to enjoy their meals outside during pleasant weather.
- Entrance and exit protection: Awnings offer shelter over entrances and exits, keeping students and staff dry during rain or snow and improving safety.
- Play and activity zones: They create shaded areas for recreational activities, providing a comfortable spot for students to play during breaks.
- Event spaces: Awnings can be used for outdoor events, such as fairs, assemblies, or performances, offering protection from the elements while promoting school spirit.
- Parent and visitor areas: Awnings provide shaded waiting areas for parents and visitors during school drop-off or pick-up times, enhancing comfort and accessibility.
We offer a simple, straightforward service
- Book your appointment, whether online or in-person. Both are completely free, with no obligation whatsoever. We have staff in every region across England and Wales, so we can always work to suit you.
- Appointment day! Our advisor will come to site and carry out a survey, then discuss the best options for you and your school. You’ll receive a quote and a CAD drawing from our office team for you to look over and approve.
- We’ll handle the installation! Once a completion date has been confirmed, we’ll book in dates for delivery and installation. Once its fitted, we’ll tidy up after ourselves.
Take a look at our some of our recent awning installations!
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Some frequently asked questions
The quotation process begins with a site survey to assess the specific needs of your school. This includes measuring the installation area, considering the building’s architecture, and discussing customization options such as powder-coated aluminium cassettes and fabric choices. A detailed quote will then be provided, outlining all costs, including optional extras like LEDs and vibration sensors. Once approved, the lead time and installation schedule can be confirmed.
Installation typically takes place over 1-2 days, depending on the size and number of awnings being fitted. Professional installers will ensure the awnings are securely mounted to the building. Schools should schedule installation during non-school hours or holidays to minimize disruption. After installation, a demonstration of the remote operation will be provided, and maintenance advice will be shared to ensure the awnings last for years.
Weinor awnings feature powder-coated aluminium cassettes, which are highly durable, resistant to corrosion, and require minimal maintenance. The awnings also use high-quality stitched Italian fabrics that offer UV protection, creating a comfortable shaded area for students. These materials are ideal for schools due to their longevity and ability to withstand regular use during the warmer months.
Schools can choose from a range of optional extras such as integrated LED lighting and vibration sensors. LED lighting is useful for extending outdoor activities into the early evening, while vibration sensors automatically retract the awning if excessive movement is detected due to wind, protecting the building and the fabric from damage. These features add functionality and enhance safety.
Integrated LEDs provide ambient lighting underneath the awnings, making outdoor spaces usable in the evenings or on overcast days. This is particularly beneficial for after-school clubs, events, or parent-teacher meetings held outdoors. The LEDs are energy-efficient and can be controlled remotely along with the awnings, offering convenience and cost savings over time.
Vibration sensors detect strong winds and automatically retract the awning to prevent damage. In a school environment where staff may not always be available to monitor weather conditions, these sensors provide an extra layer of protection, ensuring that the awning isn’t left extended during inclement weather. This reduces the risk of damage to both the awning and the building structure.
Lead times for awnings typically range from 6 to 10 weeks, depending on customization options, the scale of the project, and the time of year. Schools are advised to plan installations well in advance, particularly if the awnings are required for specific events or during peak usage seasons like spring and summer. Early booking helps ensure timely delivery and installation.
Awnings are best suited for use during good weather. They should be retracted in heavy wind or rain to avoid damage to both the building and the fabric. Prolonged exposure to harsh weather conditions can degrade the awning fabric over time. Schools should ensure the awnings are properly maintained and used according to the manufacturer’s recommendations to prolong their lifespan.
Who are we?
Shading4Schools provides bespoke shading and security solutions to nurseries, schools, and colleges across England and Wales, tailored to each environment. We offer expert, impartial advice and use CAD drawings and virtual visualizations to help schools make well-informed decisions with complete confidence. Our high-quality, low-maintenance products are designed for durability and sustainability, ensuring long-term value and reliability. With a focus on meeting each school’s unique needs, we help create functional, engaging outdoor spaces for education, recreation, and extra-curricular activities that inspire learning and enjoyment.
Ready to get started?
We only use the finest materials for all our products, guaranteed to stand the test of time and look good year-in, year-out, So why not enquire today and speak to a member of our team about creating the perfect outdoor space for your school?
