Access Control System Installation for Primary School in St Helens

Enhance School Security with Paxton Net2 Access Control Systems

We recently completed an access control system installation for a primary school in St Helens, improving site security, safeguarding and access management for staff and visitors. Protecting students, staff, and assets is a top priority for every school. Our expert team provides professional installation of Paxton Net2 access control systems, offering secure, reliable, and scalable door entry solutions tailored to educational environments.

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Client: Newton le Willows Primary School
Location: St Helens, Merseyside, United Kingdom
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Completion Date: 12/02/2025

Project Duration: 1 week

Installed by Certified Access Control Experts

We are Paxton-approved installers, providing a complete, end-to-end service that covers everything from initial consultation through to final handover. Our team specialises in the full setup, configuration, programming, and on-site training for Net2 access control systems, ensuring you and your staff feel confident using the technology from day one. Whether you’re looking to enhance and modernise security within an existing school environment or you’re planning a brand-new build from the ground up, we take the time to understand your specific requirements, challenges, and long-term goals. From there, we design and implement a tailored solution that not only strengthens safety and access management but also aligns seamlessly with your operational needs and budget, delivering a reliable and scalable system you can depend on for years to come.

Access Control for Schools Across the North West

Mere UK provides access control system installation for schools across St Helens, Liverpool, Manchester and the wider North West.

  • Centralised control – Manage access permissions for staff, students, and visitors from one simple interface
  • Real-time monitoring – Instantly track who enters and exits each building or room
  • Flexible access – Easily add or remove users with fobs or cards
  • Audit trails – Generate reports for safeguarding, OFSTED compliance, and emergency planning
  • Secure door locking – Integrated with maglocks (magnetic locks) for robust entry control
  • Improved safeguarding
  • Controlled access
  • Compliance with regulations

Case Study: Newton-le-Willows Primary School – Paxton Net2 Access Control Installation

Client

Newton-le-Willows Primary School, a busy and vibrant school in Merseyside, catering to over 300 pupils.

The Challenge

The school required a modern access control system to:

  • Replace outdated manual key locks

  • Improve safeguarding procedures

  • Control staff and visitor access across multiple entry points

  • Log access for audit and emergency response

Our Solution

We installed a Paxton Net2 access control system across 5 key entry points, including the main entrance, staff room, and internal corridor doors. Each door was fitted with high-strength maglocks to provide secure locking while enabling smooth emergency egress.

Key Components Installed:

  • Paxton Net2 Plus Controllers (networked)

  • Proximity card readers at each door

  • High-grade magnetic locks (maglocks) with emergency break glass units

  • Central PC with Net2 software for access management

  • Setup of tiered access levels for staff, admin, and cleaners

Results

The school now enjoys:

  • Seamless access control via staff ID cards

  • Real-time logs and entry reports

  • Remote door control from the school office

  • Improved compliance with school safeguarding policies

  • A safer, more secure environment for students and staff

Testimonial

“The system has completely transformed how we manage access in the school. It’s simple, secure, and gives us peace of mind knowing who’s in the building at all times.”
– Headteacher, Newton-le-Willows Primary School

The best access control systems for schools are secure, scalable and easy to manage. Systems like Paxton Net2 allow staff to control entry points, manage permissions and improve safeguarding across the site.

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