School Lockers

What Types of Lockers are Best for Schools?

Steel lockers are the standard choice for schools because they are durable enough to handle the wear inflicted by students every day, easy to clean and maintain, and cost-effective over a long lifespan. For secondary schools, 4-door and 6-door locker units are the most common configuration — they provide enough compartments to serve a high number of students per unit of floor space while keeping individual costs down. For primary schools or younger pupils, full-height single-door lockers or lower-height units are often preferred as they are more accessible and better suited to storing coats, PE bags and larger items.

What is the Best Lock for School Lockers?

Mechanical combination locks are the most popular choice for secondary school lockers. They are keyless — removing the problem of students losing keys — and the codes can be reset easily by staff when needed. They are also robust, low-maintenance and do not require batteries or any infrastructure. For schools where staff control access rather than students, cam key locks with a master key system are a practical alternative. Padlock hasp locks are occasionally used but are less convenient for daily student use as they require students to supply and carry their own padlock.

Can School Lockers be Colour-Matched to School Branding?

Yes. Lockertek offers school lockers in a wide range of door colours and can produce a colour layout chart showing how different combinations would look in your corridors before you commit to an order. Many schools choose to use their brand colours across door panels, or alternate colours across different year groups or zones. If you would like help planning a colour scheme, our team can advise and provide visual references as part of the quotation process.

When Should Schools Book Locker Installation?

Most school locker installations are carried out during half-term breaks or the summer holidays to avoid disruption to lessons and staff. Summer installation slots are in high demand and tend to fill up several months in advance, so schools planning a new installation or refurbishment ahead of the new academic year should contact Lockertek as early as possible to secure a preferred date. We handle everything from delivery to installation and removal of old lockers as part of a managed project.

How Many School Lockers Do I Need?

This depends on whether you are providing one locker per student or using a shared allocation system, and on what pupils are expected to store. As a general guide, a 4-door locker unit serving four students is the most common configuration in UK secondary schools. For a year group of 200 students, this would require 50 four-door units. Lockertek can help you plan the right number and layout for your available space through our free locker site survey service.

Do School Lockers Come with a Warranty?

Yes. Lockertek’s school lockers come with a manufacturer’s warranty, and we also offer ongoing maintenance and repair services for the life of the installation. If locks fail, doors are damaged or components need replacing, our team can supply parts and carry out repairs to keep your lockers in full working order without the cost of full replacement.