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.
Access Control System Installation for Primary School in St Helens
Enhance School Security with Paxton Net2 Access Control Systems
Client: Newton le Willows Primary School
Location: St Helens, Merseyside, United Kingdom
Completion Date: 12/02/2025
Project Duration: 1 week
Installed by Certified Access Control Experts
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:
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Replace outdated manual key locks
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Improve safeguarding procedures
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Control staff and visitor access across multiple entry points
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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:
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Paxton Net2 Plus Controllers (networked)
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Proximity card readers at each door
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High-grade magnetic locks (maglocks) with emergency break glass units
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Central PC with Net2 software for access management
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Setup of tiered access levels for staff, admin, and cleaners
Results
The school now enjoys:
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Seamless access control via staff ID cards
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Real-time logs and entry reports
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Remote door control from the school office
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Improved compliance with school safeguarding policies
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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.
Access control systems help schools manage who can enter the building, improving pupil safety and preventing unauthorised access. They are essential for safeguarding and site security.
Yes, access control systems can be retrofitted to existing school buildings. Systems can be installed on doors, gates and entry points without major structural changes.
Access control systems improve security, provide controlled entry for staff and visitors, and help schools meet safeguarding and compliance requirements.
Yes, Mere UK installs access control systems for schools and commercial sites across St Helens, Liverpool, Manchester and the wider North West.





