Springfields Academy Case Study: Reliable School Lock-Up & Keyholding

How Choosing the Right Security Firm Transformed Safety at Springfields Academy

Project Overview: 

Springfields Academy, a specialist SEN (Special Educational Needs) school under the Reach South Trust, required a professional and reliable security lock-up service to safeguard its premises each evening. As a school catering to several hundred students with additional needs, maintaining a secure and well-managed environment was a top priority.

Challenges

Before partnering with us, the academy faced significant security issues due to an unreliable security firm. The previous security company:

• Failed to properly secure the premises, leaving the school vulnerable to unauthorised access.
• Had no clear key management system, meaning the school had no control over who had access.
• Lost keys which caused major security risks.
• Provided no transparency, so management had no way to track whether the lock-up process was being completed correctly.

These failures compromised the safety of the school and caused unnecessary stress for staff, who had no confidence in the security services provider.

Solution: A Reliable and Secure Lock-Up Service

As a trusted UK security firm, we looked into how we could best resolve these security concerns for the client. Therefore, our team implemented a structured, professional lock-up service that ensured the school was properly secured every evening. 

Our approach included:

• Thorough site inspections before locking up, checking all doors, windows, and access points.
• Secure keyholding services, preventing unauthorised access and ensuring keys were managed correctly.
• Real-time reporting via our customer portal, allowing the academy to track lock-up times and security updates.
• Alarm system checks and activation to maintain security integrity.
• Detailed incident reporting, flagging any maintenance or security concerns.
• Deployment of fully vetted security personnel, trained in safeguarding and security protocols.

Results: Improved Security & Peace of Mind

Since implementing our professional school security service, Springfields Academy has experienced major improvements in security and key management:


✅ Premises are properly secured every evening, reducing security risks.

✅ Keys are managed securely, eliminating the risk of loss or unauthorised access.


✅ Full transparency with real-time reporting, giving school management confidence in the security process.


✅ Greater peace of mind for staff, knowing the school is locked up by trained professionals.


✅ Compliance with safeguarding and health & safety regulations, reinforcing the academy’s commitment to student and staff welfare.

Conclusion

By replacing an unreliable provider with a structured and accountable lock-up service, we have significantly improved the school’s security, key management, and operational transparency. With secure keyholding, real-time reporting, and a professional security firm, Springfields Academy now benefits from a trusted and efficient security solution that supports its long-term mission.

An honest review from Springfields Academy

‘We have been working with CR2 for some time now (after a very disappointing service from our previous security firm) and they have consistently shown themselves to be reliable and fully understanding of the unique needs of our school community. Their team is always approachable, professional and incredibly helpful - nothing is ever too much trouble.
They are sensitive to the needs of our pupils and work in a calm and respectful manner. Whether it's adjusting to last-minute changes and additions, supporting school events, their dedication is clear in everything they do.
Most recently, we were delighted to have them take part in our school careers fair. Their team engaged brilliantly with our students, sharing their experiences and opening up conversations about careers in security. It was a real highlight for many of our pupils.
We would not hesitate to recommend CR2 Security to any school looking for a dependable, thoughtful and collaborative security firm.’

Is Your School or Business Secure? Let’s Talk.

If you need a professional lock-up service, secure keyholding, or expert security management, we’re here to help. With our fully vetted, SIA-licensed security guards, real-time reporting, and proven security solutions, we’ll ensure your premises are safe and protected.

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