With the summer holidays just around the corner, schools, colleges and universities across the country have a unique opportunity to revamp their facilities, ensuring they are ready for the next academic year.
One crucial aspect of these summertime upgrades is lighting. Just like our workplaces, high-quality lighting in schools can significantly impact student (and teacher!) performance by reducing eye strain and headaches. Furthermore, the education sector isn’t exempt from the UK’s demand for more eco-friendly and energy-efficient practices.
Sustainability in Schools
With government targets to reduce carbon emissions in schools, particularly in the drive to achieve net zero, sustainability has become a key factor when purchasing new equipment.
Since lighting typically accounts for as much as 30% to 40% of a school’s total energy costs, energy-efficient LED fittings are essential. With that in mind, thoughtful design, specification, management and robust controls can significantly reduce electricity use, save energy and lower operating costs.
Time For An Update?
Whether replacing outdated fluorescents with modern, efficient LED technology or investing in a full-scale upgrade, Performance products are designed to brighten educational spaces and make them more efficient. So, what are our top picks to light up classrooms?
Our Top Picks
Carida Backlit Panels: Customisable and Efficient
Our Carida Backlit Panels are an excellent, versatile option for schools, available in various sizes and colour temperatures from 3000K to 4000K and 6000K.
With emergency and dimming options available, schools can tailor their lighting experience to their specific requirements. These panels are TP(a) rated, ensuring compliance with the highest safety standards essential in schools.
With a high output of 120 lumens per watt, Carida panels provide exceptional brightness whilst consuming minimal energy. This means significant cost savings and reduced electricity bills, especially useful during the winter months when natural light in classrooms is limited.
These panels also come with a generous 5-year warranty, securing your investment and providing lasting peace of mind.
Orion Bulkhead Fitting: Adaptable and Resilient
The Orion LED Bulkhead (Polo) Fitting empowers schools to tailor their lighting to their needs. With 3-CCT switchable technology, users can effortlessly shift between warm (3000K), cool (4000K) and daylight (6500K) settings to create the ideal ambience for any space – whether that be the classroom, hallway, stairwell or sports hall.
The Orion also features dual wattage functionality, allowing for seamless switching between 12W and 16W modes. Whether brighter illumination is needed for dark winter days or energy-efficient lighting for rarely used spaces, this adaptability ensures the perfect amount of light without wasting energy.
Built to endure, the Orion boasts a 5-year warranty and an IP65 weatherproof rating, making it suitable for both internal and external use, in most domestic and commercial applications. Its simple installation process and optional safety features, such as emergency backup and microwave sensors, make it a reliable and convenient choice for schools.
Phoenix Pro Surface Linear: Optimised for Learning
The Phoenix Pro is specifically designed for educational institutions, offering features that create optimal learning environments. This fixture is perfect for both surface and suspended installations, adapting seamlessly to various classroom layouts.
One of its standout features is the low glare rating (UGR<19), which effectively diminishes harsh glares. This reduces eye strain, fatigue and headaches, promoting a safer and more comfortable environment for students and staff.
The Phoenix Pro also features adjustable colour temperature (3-CCT) capabilities, allowing it to mimic natural light cycles, which can enhance cognitive stimulation and create a more natural learning atmosphere. It comes with dimmable and emergency options, ensuring compliance with safety regulations and promoting cost-effectiveness and energy efficiency.
We know that energy efficiency is a key concern in schools, and the Phoenix Pro is designed to reduce energy consumption and generate cost savings. Built with a robust polycarbonate diffuser, it is durable enough to withstand daily classroom use.
With a 5-year warranty, the Phoenix makes sure that schools can focus their attention on teaching and learning without worrying about lighting issues.
Refit with Performance
Upgrading to high-quality, energy-efficient LED lighting like the Carida, Orion and Phoenix Pro can significantly improve educational environments whilst reducing costs and supporting sustainability goals.
Looking for high-quality fixtures and lamps? Get in touch with our team to learn more about our top picks for schools.
