In our second Top Tips blog, we’ll talk about how you can use digital signage to educate your community in a number of ways. From sharing school news and success, how to maintain a human approach in a digital world through to using YouTube to share bitesize educational videos.
YouTube
The idea of using YouTube on your digital signage might seem controversial, but planned strategically through the school day, it’s a fantastic way to turn everyday spaces into mini learning hubs, making education even more accessible and entertaining for everyone.
Using schedules you can share short lessons from resources such as BBCTeach to help keep students learning, even when they don’t realise it.
Their bitesize Horrible Histories videos are a fun way for students to learn about moments in history in just a few minutes!
For younger audiences, why not add Alphablocks? Fun, bright and engaging videos that teach children the alphabet, new words and phonics.
If you have screens located in different departments, think about how lesson-based videos might be used to give students extra support in the run up to their exams 📝.
“But Terri, video’s can sometimes be really long and you tell us to keep things short and concise!” I hear you shout at your monitor. Fear not! Once you’ve embedded a YouTube video, you can use TrilbyTV’s custom duration feature ✂︎ 🎦 to make sure you’re only sharing segments of content that are relevant. 🙌🏻
Celebrate and share school success
Your digital signage is a brilliant tool to keep your community in the loop about exciting news and achievements. Use it to announce upcoming events, fundraisers (remember to share your efforts using our new Super Stats), and school successes in a visually engaging way.
Celebrate awards, and stellar Ofsted results, or even spotlight students excelling in academia, sports, or creative pursuits – showing everyone what makes your school shine.
Combine Playlists and Schedules to impress parents and visitors alike by showing off all the fantastic things your school has to offer, and what their future could hold when joining you for the next step in their educational journey.
Using your signage to celebrate success is an easy and dynamic way to build pride and encourage participation amongst students and staff alike.
Telling the story of who’s who in the school
Digital signage is perfect for introducing your team to students and parents, especially at the start of a new term. Highlighting key staff with photos, names, and roles helps everyone feel more connected – students know who to turn to for help, and parents feel reassured.
For younger children with limited reading comprehension, seeing familiar faces and knowing “safe” adults makes the school feel more welcoming and less overwhelming.
It’s like creating a visual guide of your school family – helpful, inclusive, and comforting for everyone.
Reinforce school values and mission
With digital signage, your school’s mission and values aren’t hidden away on paper or tucked into a forgotten website tab – they’re on display for everyone to see. Whether it’s in the corridors, cafeteria, or reception, these messages are reinforced, resulting in positively changed mindsets. It can also be adapted for students, parents, or staff, in a way that resonates with everyone, creating a cohesive community culture.
Every school has a unique set of aims in preparing young adults for their next step in education and onto the wider world, ideals that should be shared and celebrated. Unlike static posters, digital signage can include eye-catching visuals, videos, and animations that draw attention. You can show examples of students embodying school values, or even spotlight achievements that align with your mission. This makes your message fun and memorable and those following your values will feel appreciated and inspired.
Sharing your values through digital signage is an exciting way to keep your school’s values alive, making sure they’re woven into daily life, continually shaping the school culture and reinforcing what your school stands for!
Guide to effective digital signage in education
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Digital signage isn’t just for announcements and instructions anymore – it’s a powerful tool for creating emotional connections within the school community. When used thoughtfully, it can engage students, staff, and parents on a deeper level, sparking motivation, pride, and a sense of belonging.
Whether highlighting a student’s achievements, celebrating a teacher’s milestone, or sharing a heartfelt message from the principal, these personalised touches create moments that resonate emotionally with the audience.
When used creatively, digital signage can foster an atmosphere of encouragement, inclusion, and inspiration. Quotes, affirmations, and positive messages can seamlessly integrate into daily communications, boosting morale and reminding everyone of the school’s shared values.
In short, digital signage isn’t just a tool for conveying information; it’s a way to communicate on an emotional level, resulting in the school environment feeling more personal, positive, and inspiring.