Schools: 10 Reasons for a Mobile App

A mobile app can be a powerful tool to keep engaged and connect with pupils and parents. Schools can really benefit from having a mobile app and utilise it as a key component of their pupil and parent engagement strategy.

Schools are often at the heart of their local community and having the ability to instantly connect with pupils and parents can be of huge benefit. With this in mind let’s have a look at how a mobile app can really benefit a school.

1. Push messages – Sending out free push notifications to all the pupils and parents who have downloaded the mobile app is quick and easy. This can keep parents and pupils updated about upcoming events, news and parents evenings without having to send out letters.

2. Class Timetables – The school will be able to list class timetables within the app, helping to keep pupils and parents up to date with their lessons each week.

3. Events – The key events of the school year can be listed within the app. Pupils and parents can then view upcoming events and add these to their phone calendar and set reminders.

4. School Shop – Pupils and parents will have the convenience of being able to purchase their uniforms and sports kit directly through the app whilst on the move.

5. Bookings – Pupils, parents and the local community will be able to book school facilities, such as sports pitches or the dining hall for private functions with ease directly through the app.

6. Lunch Menu – This is a great way to keep pupils and parents up to date as to what is on offer in the school canteen throughout the year.

7. Absentee Forms – This is a feature that will give parents the ease of notifying the school of pupil illness and can help reduce unauthorised absences.

8. Social Media – Word of mouth is one of the most effective ways to create a ‘buzz’ about the school. With a mobile app, the school can engage pupils and parents on Facebook and Twitter, which can help raise the profile of the school.

9. Gallery – Another great way for pupils and parents to engage with the school would be for them to upload photos from school trips, events and sports matches directly through the app. This is another great way to create a ‘buzz’ around the school.

10. Newsletter – Pupils and pares are able to subscribe to the school email newsletter, keeping them up to date with the latest news. This can help to keep pupils engaged and up to date with your latest news and events all through the mobile app

Building a mobile app is easy to do, but building the right mobile app for your school is something which should be left to Eazi-Apps. From design to submission, we can help deliver a mobile app that your school can be proud of, call your own and can help your school engage with your pupils and parents.