The start of the school year brings fresh energy and new opportunities for schools across the land Classrooms are buzzing, pupils are settling into routines, and families are beginning to look ahead at future admissions. This makes September the perfect time to review your school website. If your current site feels outdated, hard to update or no longer reflects your school’s character, investing in a new school website at the start of term can deliver real benefits.

Attract More Admissions with a Professional Online Presence

For many parents, your website is the first impression they have of your school. At the beginning of the academic year families start researching schools for the next admissions cycle. A modern and professional school website helps showcase your values, your achievements and your facilities. It highlights what makes your school unique and builds trust from the very first click.

By updating your site now, you ensure prospective parents see your school at its very best throughout the admissions period. Clear admissions information, an easy-to-navigate design, and vibrant galleries of school life can be the deciding factors when parents choose where to apply. A new school website is one of the most effective tools you can use to increase admissions enquiries.

Improve Parental Communication and Engagement

Your website is also an essential communication hub for current families. At the start of the year, parents want quick access to calendars, term dates, newsletters, and essential updates. A well-designed school website makes this information easy to find, fully mobile-friendly, and accessible at any time.

These features reduce the workload for office staff and ensure parents never miss important news. Strong communication builds confidence and strengthens the partnership between school and home, something that is particularly important in the early weeks of a new academic year.

Set a Positive Tone for the Year Ahead

Launching a new school website at the start of term gives your school community a fresh start too. It shows families that your school is modern, well organised and ready for success. For headteachers and school leaders it is also a practical way to align your digital presence with the enthusiasm and energy of a new academic year.

If your school has been considering a new website, now is the ideal time. A site designed specifically for schools will not only support admissions but also make communication easier for staff, parents and pupils alike. Start the year with a school website that truly represents who you are and gives your community the best possible online experience.

How eSchools can help

At eSchools we have worked with over 2000 schools and Multi Academy Trusts across the UK to design websites that are engaging, easy to manage and built specifically for education. With over 14 years of experience and packages to suit all budgets, we understand the unique needs of schools and provide ongoing support to ensure your website continues to perform year after year. If your school is ready for a new website this academic year, eSchools can help you make the transition simple, affordable and effective.

Call 0330 3801425 or email hello@eschools.co.uk to find out more.