Case Study
Practical school websites that inform without the hassle
A content model and CMS setup that helps teachers keep students and parents up to date — fast, simple and reliable.
Context
Schools need to communicate clearly and often. The challenge is doing it without turning teachers into content managers.
Principles
Clear content types
- News (short, timely), Events (date‑driven), Pages (evergreen), Alerts (urgent)
- Each type has a minimal, obvious form with the right fields only
One‑click updates
- Draft, schedule and publish from a clean dashboard
- Templates for recurring items (e.g., parent evenings, exam schedules)
- Auto‑crossposting to homepage blocks and the calendar
Dynamic but simple
- Homepage pulls the latest 3–5 items per type
- Category filters and search that actually help
- WCAG‑friendly patterns, readable on any device
Architecture
- Lightweight CMS with roles: teacher, admin, editor
- Markdown‑first for speed, with media library for photos
- Static pages + dynamic lists for performance and uptime
Outcomes
- Less friction for teachers, better information for parents/students
- Consistent structure reduces upkeep time
- Faster pages and fewer support requests