Door Entry Systems for Schools
Control access to your school with professional door entry systems from SchoolCare. As a Paxton Platinum Partner, we design, install, and support Net2 access control solutions that protect students, staff, and visitors whilst maintaining a welcoming school environment.
Paxton Net2 Access Control
As a Paxton Platinum Partner, SchoolCare is recognised at the highest level of Paxton’s installer programme. This means our engineers are fully trained and certified to design, install, and support the complete range of Paxton access control solutions. The Platinum Partner status reflects our proven track record of successful installations and ongoing commitment to delivering the highest standards of security for schools.
Paxton smart access control solutions are trusted by educational institutions worldwide to manage entry, protect assets, and create safe learning environments. The Net2 system delivers enterprise-grade security with intuitive management and flexible access control across your entire site.
Control Units & Access Methods
The Net2 system offers multiple ways for staff, students, and visitors to access secure areas:
Proximity Cards
Contactless smart cards enable quick, secure access. Cards can be easily issued, deactivated, or replaced, making them perfect for schools managing large numbers of staff and visitors.
Keyfobs
Durable RFID keyfobs provide the same security as cards in a compact, keychain-friendly format. Ideal for staff who prefer a key-like credential they can carry every day.
Bluetooth Low Energy (BLE)
Paxton’s BLE technology transforms smartphones into secure access credentials. Staff can unlock doors hands-free as they approach, without needing to reach for a card or fob. BLE credentials are encrypted, cannot be cloned, and can be issued or revoked remotely — eliminating the cost and inconvenience of lost or replacement cards.
Bluetooth Low Energy (BLE) Access Control
Bluetooth Low Energy technology is transforming how schools manage door access. By using encrypted BLE signals between a smartphone and a door reader, staff and authorised personnel can gain entry without touching a card, entering a PIN, or even taking their phone out of their pocket. This next-generation approach to access control improves convenience, enhances security, and reduces the operational overhead of managing physical credentials.
Hands-Free Access
With BLE-enabled readers, authorised users can unlock doors simply by approaching them with their smartphone in range. There is no need to present a card, enter a code, or press a button — the door unlocks automatically as you walk up. This is especially valuable for staff carrying equipment, teachers moving between classrooms, and reception areas where quick, seamless entry improves the flow of people throughout the school day.
Multi-Factor Door Access
For higher-security areas such as server rooms, medicine stores, or senior leadership offices, BLE supports multi-factor authentication by combining the smartphone credential with a secondary verification step — such as a fingerprint, face recognition, or a PIN entered on the phone. This layered approach provides significantly stronger security than any single credential method, ensuring that only verified individuals can access sensitive areas of your school.
Remote Credential Management
BLE credentials are issued digitally and can be activated, suspended, or revoked instantly from the Net2 management software. When a staff member joins, leaves, or changes role, their access rights are updated in real time without the need to collect physical cards or reissue keyfobs. Temporary credentials for visitors, contractors, or supply teachers can be sent via email and set to expire automatically.
Enhanced Security
Unlike traditional cards and fobs which can be lost, shared, or cloned, BLE credentials are encrypted and tied to an individual’s smartphone. The encrypted handshake between phone and reader prevents interception or replay attacks. Combined with the audit trail from Net2 Pro software, BLE access provides a comprehensive, tamper-resistant record of every entry and exit across your school site.
Net2 Pro Software
Manage your entire access control system from a single, intuitive interface. Net2 Pro software provides real-time monitoring, detailed reporting, and complete control over who accesses what areas and when. Set time-based permissions, generate audit trails, and receive instant alerts for security events across your whole school site.
Complete Design & Installation
SchoolCare provides end-to-end door entry system solutions. Our experts assess your school’s security needs, design a system tailored to your layout and requirements, and manage complete installation with minimal disruption to school operations. As Paxton Platinum Partners, we ensure every installation meets the highest standards of quality and reliability.
Secure Your School Today
Contact SchoolCare for a comprehensive security assessment. We’ll design and install a door entry system that protects your school while providing convenient access for staff and authorised visitors.
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