At The School Print Company, we're always delighted to hear how our printed products make a difference in schools. But some of the most valuable feedback we receive comes directly from the people who use them every day.
We're particularly proud of the testimonials and kind words shared by the schools we work with. They give us a real insight into what matters to teachers, pupils and school leaders, and help us understand the value that high-quality printed materials can bring to a school.
One recent testimonial that we're especially pleased to share comes from Katy Lawrence, Headteacher at Edward Wilson Primary School. Katy explains why her school chooses our bespoke exercise books and why they continue to invest in them each year.
Why presentation matters in the classroom
Exercise books are used every day, so their appearance and durability can make a difference throughout the school year.
For Edward Wilson Primary School, having smart, attractive books helps demonstrate the importance the school places on pupils' work. Their colourful covers also make it easier for teachers and pupils to identify the correct books, while creating a consistent and professional appearance around the school.
As Katy explains:
"We are very proud of our smart exercise books, that demonstrate to everyone at school how important we think children's work is."
It's lovely to hear that the books help reinforce the value the school places on children's learning and the work they produce.
The importance of durable, gloss-laminated covers
One of the features that makes our bespoke exercise books different is their gloss-laminated covers.
A school exercise book needs to stand up to everyday classroom use. Books are handled regularly, stored in trays and bags, and used throughout the school year. A durable cover helps them maintain their appearance for longer.
Katy particularly mentioned how the books stay shiny and attractive, even towards the end of the school year. She also highlighted how the smooth, laminated finish helps prevent the covers from becoming marked and scruffy.
This is exactly why we place such importance on the finish of our exercise books. We want schools to receive books that look smart when they arrive and continue to look good as pupils use them.
Colourful exercise books that are easy to identify
Using different cover colours for different subjects is a simple but effective way to help organise books around the classroom.
Schools can choose a range of vibrant colours to make it easier for pupils and teachers to find the right book. It also creates a colourful, coordinated appearance when books are displayed in classrooms or used at parents' evenings.
Edward Wilson Primary School has found this particularly useful, with Katy commenting on how attractive the books look during parents' evenings and other school meetings.
Because our exercise books are bespoke, schools can choose colours and designs that work for their own requirements.
Why investing in quality can be worthwhile
We understand that schools have to make careful decisions about how they spend their budgets. Every purchase needs to offer value and meet the needs of pupils and staff.
Katy's testimonial is particularly meaningful because she explains that, despite a falling budget, the school continues to invest in these books every year.
She feels that the benefits of their appearance, durability and practicality make them a worthwhile investment.
It's extremely rewarding to hear that our products are making such a positive impression and that a school is happy to continue choosing them year after year.
Choosing the right specification is also important. Our guide explains how many pages a school exercise book should have.
A big thank you to Edward Wilson Primary School
We'd like to say a genuine thank you to Katy Lawrence and everyone at Edward Wilson Primary School for taking the time to share their feedback.
Testimonials like this mean a great deal to us. As a company working with schools, we take real pride in the products we design and print, and it's always encouraging to hear directly from customers about how they are being used and appreciated.
We are grateful to all the schools that trust us with their printing, whether that's exercise books, prospectuses, folders, certificates or other printed materials. Their feedback helps us continue to provide a service that schools can rely on.
You can read more feedback from the schools we work with on our School Testimonials page.
Bespoke school exercise books designed around your school
Every school has its own requirements, which is why we offer bespoke exercise books with a choice of cover colours, designs, rulings, page counts and finishes.
Whether you're looking for a complete set of subject-specific books or a particular style for your pupils, we can help you create exercise books that are practical, attractive and suited to your school.
All our books are produced with gloss-laminated covers, helping them maintain a smart appearance through everyday classroom use.
Find out more about our bespoke school exercise books or get in touch with our team to discuss your school's requirements.
The School Print Company
Designing and printing for schools since 1998.
