Safeguarding the well being of all students and staff is a primary concern for schools today. A properly installed system of school security cameras is an important tool for ensuring safety on school grounds. Schools facing challenges such as violence or vandalism on campus find school security cameras an indispensable aid to identifying and resolving issues as they arise.

Benefits of School Video Surveillance

Ease of Installation – Our Mobotix high definition mega pixel IP security cameras can be either wired or wireless over a computer network.   They allow you to view live or recorded video on any computer on the network that has allowed permissions or over the internet, making it easy for you to monitor your school surveillance cameras at any time from any location.  They are completely secure and password protected with the ability to assign unique rights and permissions to individual users.

Safety and Deterrence – The presence of video surveillance cameras can also discourage student misbehavior. Conspicuously placed cameras have been shown to reduce violence and vandalism to vehicles and school property.

Visitor monitoring and access control –  By implementing school security cameras at entrance doors, you can help your administrative staff monitor visitors to make sure their visit is legitimate and they are properly monitored.

Things to consider before installing school video surveillance

• What do you consider to be your most pressing security threat?
• What methods of security do you currently have in place?
• Does your school district mandate security protocol?
• Are there issues with crime or violence in the surrounding area?
• Have you ever wished that you caught a specific incident on camera?
• Are there areas in your school where students congregate that have caused problems? 
• Has your school experienced acts of vandalism?

School Surveillance Cameras - Best Practices for Setup

• Cameras mounted near main entrances and exits can help you record each visitor as they enter and exit your school and can also  help reduce truancy.
• Cameras can be strategically placed in order to protect valuables like computers, sound equipment, trophies and books.
• Outdoor surveillance cameras in parking lots can help protect older students and staff when leaving school late or arriving early. These cameras can also discourage break-ins and vandalism during school hours.