Security Cameras for Schools

School Security Camera Systems

Protecting our children and teachers must be a top priority for all school districts. School security systems enable on-site security to monitor the entire campus from one central location, improving response times and giving responders valuable visual information on the situation. Visible security cameras also act as a deterrent for all kinds of bad behavior like bullying, especially when combined with active monitoring. Having video footage of incidents can be indespensible when investigating incidents involving unreliable witnesses or contradicting reports.

We have decades of experience with school security camera installations and access control, nationwide, and have a detailed understanding of common concerns and questions school districts may have when installing a camera system. We can offer cameras with 360 degree views, which can view entire hallways or cafeterias with no blind spots. Motorized cameras or cameras with motorized lenses are available, which allows the security monitor to move or zoom the cameras, track motion, or move through several different view angles on a repeating cycle.

Please fill out a quote request form or give us a call today at 800-440-1662 to find out more information on how we can help protect your school district.

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Featured Products For Schools

Geovision 5MP Low Lux IP Rugged Fisheye Camera

Geovision Rugged Fisheye Camera

Capable of day and night recording, this outdoor fisheye camera allows for 360 and 180 degree panoramic view. Able to be mounted to the ceiling, wall, corner, or pole, this camera also supports the H.265 video codec to achieve better compression ratios, while at the same time maintaining high 2560x2048p quality video at 30fps. With two-way audio, a built-in microphone, vandal and weather resistant housing, along with intelligent infrared that automatically detects when to switch to IR this is the perfect multi-purpose camera.

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Uniview Network Video Recorder

This network video recorder (NVR) from Uniview comes with a 32 channel input allowing it to support up to 32 different cameras. For storage this NVR offers 4 hard drives with up to 8TBs of storage for each hard drive allowing for recordings to be stored much longer. Along with that this NVR features various fisheye de-warping modes for live viewing and playback and even has ANR technology to enhance storage reliability should the NVR find itself disconnected from its network.

Uniview NVRs starting at $900

Dahua Long Range Bullet Camera

This 8MP bullet camera from Dahua features a motorized opitcal zoom lens to enable long distance viewing. Paired with high 3840x2160p resolution at 15fps this camera allows for clear pictures over distances. With the ability to change between a 110 and 40 degree field of view along with suvivability in extreme weather and temperatures this durable bullet camera can keep your school safe year round.

Bullet cameras from Dahua for $1,000

Free Remote Lifetime System Health Check

To help keep our clients safe and protected, all security camera systems sold by Camera Security Now come with a free, remote, monthly system health checkup for the lifespan of the camera system (restrictions may apply). Our goal is to help make sure the cameras at your school or university will be online when you need them the most. With our Free System Health Check, a qualified technician will:

Perform an NVR hard drive health check
Ensure cameras are recording per their schedule
Ensure that the correct time and date stamp is set

Verify camera lenses are focused and adjusted properly
Verify cameras are aligned and have not been knocked off their proper view
Verify any pan, tilt, and zoom functions are working correctly

A thorough report outlining any problems detected will be provided to our clients at no cost.
Issues can be resolved by our clients or by a qualified technician from CameraSecurityNow (standard labor rates will apply).

Ask your sales representative about our Pro System Health Check Plans for even more protection.

Prevent Bullying & Other Bad Behavior

Over 1 million school children in the United States reported being the victim of theft, violence, or other bullying, with 10% of male high school students being threatened or injured by a weapon on school property in the last year. Studies have shown that CCTV cameras can reduce bullying incidents by over 70%. It is often very difficult to investigate and obtain hard evidence of bullying, and security cameras can give administrators exactly what they need to protect their students. Yet, over 25% of primary schools, and around 10% of middle and high schools do not have security cameras on site to monitor the school, leaving our most vulnerable children to become victims of bullying every day.

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Security Cameras

For The Entire Campus

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From a Trusted Provider

The GeoVision surveillance equipment we sell is used and trusted in schools world wide! Our school security camera systems are of the highest quality. With high resolution IP cameras, centralized management systems, comprehensive access control solutions and more, our GeoVision equipment is a great solution for school surveillance. GeoVision NVRs and camera systems are also compatible with Geovision access control systems, giving complete control of everyone who goes in or out of your school building.

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Security Cameras For Visitor Monitoring

Security camera systems in schools are nothing new. However, while most security systems are used to monitor students and faculty, there are some that are used specifically for monitoring visitors. Visitors at a school may not have a faculty member with them at all times so it is important that you have a system that can monitor them if they are ever on their own.

Commonly Used Equipment

Common School Security Cameras

With schools being an area where children, traffic, parents, and possible strangers are often present a security camera system is a must! Here at Camera Security Now, we have all the security cameras you need in order to secure an entire school including:

Helpful Information For Security Cameras In Schools

School Access Control Systems and Security Cameras

Keeping your school or university safe is the highest priority of any school administrator. Of all the ways to keep these places safe the best way is to install access control systems and security cameras into your school or univiersity. If you want to know more about security systems for your school or university click here to read more.

Prevent School Bullying Year Round

Bullying is an issue at every school across the country. While October may be the official bullying prevention month ensuring the saftey of your students is a year round commitment. To find out more about how security cameras can help prevent bullying at your school click here to read more.

BWC Grants For Security Systems

BWC grants are typically associated with workers' compensation claims however, the BWC's School Safety and Security Grant Program allows for financial aid to schools seeking to add a security system. Schools may recieve up to $40,000 to purchase equipment to improve safety. To find out more information, click here to read more.

How do I know what cameras I need for my school?

To determine what cameras are best for our clients application we start by finding out what's important to our clients. That information, along with the environment the cameras will be installed in, and any budget constraints, help guide our consultants to recommend the best security cameras possible.

Am I legally allowed to record audio with my camera system?

That depends on the state in which you live. There are "One Party Consent" and "Two Party Consent" laws in which the people being recorded must have knowledge of it. Always check with an attorney and your state's current laws to be sure.

Do Security Companies Have Access To My Footage

Would the security camera company I bought from have access to my footage?

Recordings are stored directly on your Network Video Recorder located onisite at your school. The video and the equipment belong soley to you, with no monthly fees. Some security companies do retain access to your security cameras for service, and even force you to pay a monthly fee for a maintenance plan. At Camera Security Now, we will never force a maintenance plan on our customers or access their cameras without written permission.

Nationwide School & University Security Services

Our corporate office is located in Middletown, Ohio between Dayton and Cincinnati. Camera Security Now offers a network of technicians across the United States and have performed many security camera installations and services for schools and universities in all 50 states.

All of our security camera installations are backed with the same customer satisfaction guarantee that we extend to local clients, regardless of how large your campus is or where it's located. With service represenatives at the ready to answer any question or handle any problem, we put the customer first, evey time.

For a school and university security camera estimate, we require a site visit, which typically requires a fee. We offer free onsite estimates for customers local to us in the following areas:

Local Ohio Service Areas

If you don't see your city listed here, check out our full list of Ohio Service Areas, or for those outside of Ohio, find our Nationwide Service Area List here.