Our brief was to design and develop a modern website that reflected the school’s achievements while making it easier for parents and students to access important information.
Our brief was to design and develop a modern website that reflected the school’s achievements while making it easier for parents and students to access important information.
The school required a website that would balance two key roles. On one hand, it needed to present the achievements and opportunities available within the school, highlighting success in both academic and sporting areas. On the other, it needed to function as a practical information hub where parents and students could quickly find key announcements, resources and updates.
The design also needed to remain structured and consistent, as multiple staff members regularly contribute content across different sections of the site.
The visual design focuses on a clean and modern layout that reflects the professionalism of the school while keeping the site clear and easy to navigate. White space is used throughout the design to maintain clarity, with the school’s three main colours – red, navy and dark green – introduced as accent colours. This approach keeps the brand identity visible without making the interface feel crowded or overwhelming.
A key feature of the homepage is the introduction of an announcements section, positioned prominently so that parents can quickly see important information such as notices, key dates and urgent updates. Alongside this, a series of key statistics highlights the school’s achievements, reinforcing its strong reputation for both academic success and sporting performance.
To support the large amount of information the school shares, we implemented a structured content system using custom post types. These templates allow staff to easily add subject information, news updates and other content while maintaining a consistent design and layout across the entire site.
Navigation was also carefully designed to ensure visitors can find what they need quickly. Mega menus allow users to explore different areas of the school in an organised way, while an integrated search function helps users locate specific pages or information.
Additional functionality was included to support everyday school activities, such as an online school photo ordering system. This allows parents to easily purchase photographs through the website, providing a convenient digital solution for a process that would traditionally be handled offline.
Alongside the website, we have also supported Coleraine Grammar School with a range of printed materials including event flyers, posters and banners. These designs extend the visual identity of the website into physical spaces, helping maintain a consistent and professional look across both digital and printed communications.
