School signage trends are an important part of any school’s communication and wayfinding strategy as well as creatively showing off your brand. Well-designed signage can help students, parents, and visitors find their way around the school, understand important information, and feel welcome.
As we enter this new academic year, it’s the perfect time to consider what new creative school signage trends can make your school stand-out and wow your visitors.
Reinforce your values
School signage is no longer just about providing information. It can also be used to create a sense of place, inspire creativity, and promote your school values. We have worked with many schools to create inspiring displays that reinforce the school’s fundamental ideals into their signage and ensure that students understand what school signage trends are.
Inclusivity is key
Signage should be easy to read and understand no matter who you are. Creating signs that are accessible for everyone is a goal that many schools are working towards. Whether this includes tactile signage with raised lettering, or being more mindful of colour choice and fonts that suit visual impairments.
Be sustainable
Schools are increasingly looking for innovative ways to reduce their environmental impact and we believe this will become more of a focus in the coming year. Sustainable signage options include using recycled materials such as interchangable fabrics, low-energy LED lights, and water-based inks. At Cleverbox we have a range of Eco-signage that is 100% recyclable and can offer guidance on the most environmentally friendly materials to use.
More interactive
Interactive signage takes advantage of technology to engage students and visitors more. For example, QR codes can be used to link your signage to websites with additional information, and the addition of sitemaps can enhance the wayfinding experience for visitors.
Illumination
Modern LED technology has made illuminated signage more affordable and energy-efficient than ever before. This means that illuminated signs can be a great way to differentiate your school from the competition and create an amazing first impression for visitors. Not only that, but in the winter months you can ensure you branding and wayfinding remains visible to any out of hours visitors. Whether you are using spotlights or internal illumination. This trend is sure to create that ‘wow’ factor.
Minimalistic signs
When discussing signage for your School, there may be a temptation to try and incorporate an abundance of information in an effort to attract attention. However, it’s important to note that modern students and parents are becoming less receptive to cluttered and perplexing signs. While the trends of minimalism is nothing new, we predict that in 2023-24, simplicity, clarity, and minimalistic design will resonate more effectively with your students and visitors.
If you are looking to update your signage in school, get in touch with the Cleverbox school branding team to see how we might be able to work together or discuss creative school signage trends that may be a perfect fit for you.