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High School Lockers

High school lockers provide secure personal storage for secondary school pupils, helping to keep classrooms, corridors and communal areas organised while giving students a dedicated place to store books, bags, PE kits, laptops and personal belongings throughout the school day.

At Lockertek, we have supplied lockers to over 2,000 schools, academies and colleges across the UK. Our range of high school lockers includes durable steel lockers, wooden lockers, charging lockers and specialist storage solutions available in a wide choice of colours, sizes and lock options.

What Are High School Lockers?

High school lockers are storage lockers designed for students aged 11–18 years. They are typically taller and offer greater storage capacity than primary school lockers, making them suitable for storing larger bags, sports equipment, textbooks, coats and personal items.

Modern high school lockers can also be equipped with digital locks, RFID access systems and charging facilities to meet the needs of today’s students and educational environments.

Best Uses for High School Lockers

High school lockers are commonly used for:

Student Personal Storage
Book and Folder Storage
PE Kit Storage
Sixth Form Facilities
Laptop and Device Storage
Sports Department Storage
Music Department Storage
Staff and Visitor Storage
Boarding School Accommodation

Providing secure storage can help reduce classroom clutter, improve organisation and support a more efficient learning environment.

Choosing the Right Locker Size

Selecting the correct locker size depends on the age of students, available space and storage requirements.

Standard Secondary School Lockers

Most secondary schools choose lockers around 1800mm high. These provide sufficient space for school bags, coats, books and sports equipment.

Half Height Lockers

Half-height lockers are ideal where space is limited or where younger secondary school pupils require more accessible storage.

Multi-Door Lockers

For schools looking to maximise storage capacity, multi-door lockers offer multiple compartments within a single locker frame.

Popular configurations include:

Lock Options for High School Lockers

The right lock choice will depend on security requirements, budget and how lockers are managed.

Popular lock options include:

Many secondary schools are moving towards mechanical and digital combination locks to reduce the administration associated with lost keys.

Materials & Finishes

High school lockers are available in a variety of materials and finishes, including:

A wide range of colours allows schools to create attractive storage areas that complement their branding or colour schemes.

Delivery & Installation

Lockertek offers UK-wide delivery, installation and project management services for secondary schools, academies and colleges.

Additional services include:

Many schools choose to complete locker installations during school holidays to minimise disruption to teaching and learning.

Frequently Asked Questions

What Size Lockers are Best for Secondary Schools?

Most secondary schools choose lockers around 1800mm high, as they provide sufficient space for bags, coats, books and sports equipment.

What is the Best Lock for High School Lockers?

Mechanical combination locks and digital locks are increasingly popular as they eliminate issues associated with lost keys while providing excellent security.

How Many Lockers Does a Secondary School Need?

Most schools provide one locker per student, although requirements vary depending on available space, year groups and storage policies.

Are High School Lockers Suitable for Storing Laptops?

Yes. Many schools use laptop lockers or charging lockers to securely store and charge devices throughout the school day.

Can Lockers be Installed During School Holidays?

Yes. Summer holiday installations are particularly popular as they allow work to be completed without disrupting pupils and staff.

Do High School Lockers Require Maintenance?

Like any heavily used equipment, lockers benefit from periodic inspections, lock servicing and general maintenance to ensure they remain secure and operational.