Amthal Group Companies has installed a specialist gate automation and access control system at Tylers Green Middle School as part of a security upgrade to enhance the safety of its students, staff and visitors.
Amthal Group Companies has installed a specialist gate automation and access control system at Tylers Green Middle School, about one hour west of London, England, as part of a security upgrade to enhance the safety of its students, staff and visitors.
Tylers Green Middle School has a vision to deliver an unmissable education at the heart of the community, supporting over 255 pupils aged 7 to 11 in a safe and secure learning environment.
Amthal worked closely with the school to design and implement a system tailored to its specific requirements. The solution provides secure, automated access for authorised personnel while streamlining operations, reducing administrative burden and allowing staff to focus on educational priorities.
Elin Chalk, School Business Manager at Tylers Green Middle School, says: “Amthal were helpful and professional from the start, and we appreciate the support we received with this project and their flexibility. Balancing security with accessibility is always tricky and we were grateful to have a gate installed which can be managed on a timer, hence set to be automatically open and closed when needed.
“The team from Amthal worked very well with the school on the installation and there was little disruption during this period. The school site was very well put back together with little evidence of the extensive building work that had taken place. There were some teething problems when first using the system which were ironed out with the help of Amthal. We are satisfied with the installation, and it does add an additional strong layer of security to our school, which is much appreciated.”
The installation process involved a thorough risk assessment and careful planning to ensure minimal disruption to pupils and staff. Working in partnership with the school, Amthal coordinated the installation around learning timetables, building on an established relationship as the trusted provider for the maintenance and servicing of the school's intruder alarm system.
The new access control solution further enhances oversight and emergency response, delivering secure entry points for staff and visitors, supported by remote monitoring and real-time access logs.
David Williamson, Business Development Manager at Amthal Fire & Security, concluded: “By working closely with Tylers Green Middle School from the outset, we tailored the security upgrade to the school’s specific requirements, ensuring it complemented daily operations.
“From the very beginning, we listened carefully to their needs, planning all works to minimize disruption. Even after work was completed, we stayed to ensure the gate automation solution worked in line with the needs of the school. The result is a robust, seamlessly integrated security system to enhance safety while maintaining the school’s welcoming atmosphere.”
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