Website design
When sourcing a website design company check to make sure the company you use has a designer, content management skills and developers. It is important to work with experienced people who understand your business and know how to write content, design what you need and has function and form. Websites may seem easy to build with the many freeware items on the market but remember this is your business and the front door to your community and clients.
Why do I need a good school logo?
Logos are visual elements that reinforce your image and reputation. A good logo is an important tool for communicating with your community. It should create a memorable impression.
When you speak with SIMS DESIGN we’ll work with you to create the best image for your school, what you represent and stand for. The presentation and brand of your school is important knowing parents choose a school for their children with an brand which indicates quality of teaching, values and behaviour management.
Some schools have logos (crests) which date back to when they were first established. Whether old or recently created, your logo represents the tradition and history of the school. We can work with you to update your old logo and still reflect the school’s history and values.
Mobile App for schools
An ‘App’ refers to application software designed to perform specific tasks.
When considering an App for your school – think about its purpose and audience, including:
- who will you communicate with using the App? Parents, prospective parents, community
- what will the App be used for eg schools news and events, timetable changes, parent sick note forms etc.
Once you have decided that an app will be of benefit to your school community there are things you should consider:
- set up fees
- technical support
- easy to use features
- device compatibility – will it work on smart phones, iPads, tablets etc. Most importantly will it integrate with my website.
Features to consider
- instant messages, news and alerts
- ‘free’ push notifications – a substitution for SMS
- scheduled push alerts
- newsletters and photos facility
- language translation
- easy admin area
- self managing lists
- events calendar
- navigation to events
- payment facility
- parent response forms
- surveys
- electronic signature
What is a PDF file
PDF (Portable Document Format) is a file format that has captured all the elements of a printed document as an electronic image that you can view, navigate, print, or forward to someone else. PDF files are created using Adobe Acrobat, Acrobat Capture, or similar products.