Custom wristbands can be used in education for fundraising and marketing, promoting school unity, keeping students safe, and much more!
Silicone wristbands have been growing in popularity, with more and more schools using them.
They’re excellent for school events, used as student ID wristbands, and school spirit initiatives, not to mention a versatile and popular fundraising tool.
Tyvek wristbands are sturdy, cost-effective, and very versatile! Even the plain wristbands are super valuable in a school environment.
These unadorned wristbands find their place in various school activities, from field trips to assemblies and extracurricular pursuits.
Their straightforward design provides a quick and efficient means of visually identifying students, contributing significantly to overall school security.
Picture a scenario where a bustling school embarks on an excursion. Distributing plain Tyvek wristbands is quick and seamless, ensuring each student is easily recognisable.
This not only facilitates headcounts but also serves as a visual aid for supervisors, guaranteeing that no student is lost or unaccounted for during the trip.
These durable school wristbands can also easily be customised.
Custom Tyvek wristbands transcend mere identification, allowing you to design school wristbands to include student names, emergency contact details, and specific event information.
The advantages become particularly apparent in scenarios requiring detailed and accessible information. Imagine a large school event involving students, parents, and staff.
Choosing to design school wristbands can prove invaluable, as they present a wealth of information at a glance. Beyond identification, these Tyvek wristbands enrich the student experience, providing personalised and easily accessible details that create a seamless and memorable event.
Silicone wristbands have many of the same advantages as their Tyvek counterparts while also being a trendy keepsake and school accessory.
Plain silicone wristbands can be recollected and reused time and time again due to their durability and washability while being just as easy to hand out quickly. Different silicone colours can also be used to separate students from volunteers and levels of ticket holders or make other group distinctions.
Custom silicone wristbands are at the next level, though. They can serve the same practical purposes as plain wristbands but are emblazoned with school, team, or group branding.
This makes them a desirable keepsake, making an excellent piece of memorabilia or prize. Customised wristbands also work as an ongoing marketing tool and foster group positivity!
Other Wristbands
Along with Tyvek and silicone, you can also get vinyl, rubber, or fabric wristbands.
While these wristbands aren’t quite as popular for schools, they’re still excellent tools, eco-friendly, and great for use during excursions.
As mentioned above, customising wristbands adds so much value and potential.
You can get custom text or designs, school icons and emblems, double-layered designs, and even glitter and glow-in-the-dark.
Here are some more of the best wristband custom options for schools:
Choosing a colour for your school wristbands might seem obvious, but it’s so important! You can get wristbands to match your school, team, or club’s signature palette or get multiple different colours for different groups.
You can also get dual-colour silicone wristbands (sometimes called two-tone or segmented wristbands).
These bands blend two different colours in a slight ombre and are a fantastic option to show off both of your school’s colours or just for a unique look.
Having custom text on your wristband is a great start, but logo engraving takes it even further.
A school mascot, crest, or other symbol is a great way to cement your branding and give your wristbands a more formal appearance.
If you want a really intricate design, you should consider getting your wristbands screen-printed.
Screen-printing your image on the surface of the wristbands rather than embossing it gives them a smoother look and offers even greater cost savings – reach out for an exact quote and a free design proof!
The one downside to screen-printed rather than engraved school wristbands is that the design may wear out slightly faster due to more friction.
There are so many great uses for custom wristbands in a school setting! Here are some of the best of the best:
Custom wristbands are excellent school fundraising tools.
They can be used as fun raffle prizes (or as the raffle ticket number system), to show admission, or to help streamline coat checks or food and drink allowances.
One of the best uses for custom wristbands in fundraising has to be to show donation tiers. Differently coloured or designed wristbands distinguishing donation brackets or VIP admission are a strong motivator for increased generosity, as well as a great way of honouring top donors.
Wristbands can also be sold directly for fundraising purposes! Bands with the school name and colours are hot items at school events. School branded wristbands can also work to promote the school’s ethos and messaging. Religious slogans, unity, hard work, and friendship are common themes and mottos.
Security is paramount in any educational institution, and wristbands emerge as key players in implementing effective security measures.
Custom-printed wristbands can incorporate security features such as QR codes, ID numbers, or barcodes, providing an additional layer of verification and access control. This prevents unauthorised entry and ensures the safety of students and staff within the school premises.
The use of different coloured wristbands further contributes to security by enabling quick identification of students belonging to other age groups or schoolhouses. The differentiation aids in maintaining order and security during various activities, from regular school days to special events. Wearing coloured wristbands in general also helps to ensure students are easily recognisable on excursions and can have the school’s contact information in case they get lost.
Coloured wristbands can also be used to highlight children’s nutritional needs (such as vegetarian, halal, or gluten-free), making it easy to know who gets what and avoid mix-ups.
The true versatility of wristbands, whether plain or custom printed, emerges
during school events.
Be it sports day wristbands, a concert, a parent-teacher meeting, or a fundraiser, these coloured wristbands contribute significantly to the efficiency of event management.
Staff can swiftly identify authorised individuals, ensuring a smooth flow of activities and elevating the overall organisation of school events.
Imagine the potential chaos of a large-scale event without proper identification measures.
School wristbands provide a simple yet effective solution, allowing
organisers to concentrate on the event rather than grapple with access control.
The ease of distribution and removal makes them a practical choice for various occasions, contributing to a seamless event experience for everyone involved.
Wristbands can also be used as passes on a smaller scale: granting students permission to be in the halls, get water, or visit the office. They’re also great for use in younger classrooms as a reward system (for being kind, brave, on time, etc.), or as a reminder to drink water, wear a hat, or bring a P.E. kit.
Custom wristbands have many advantages over other promotional materials in the education world.
They’re cost-effective and can even work to raise money for the school, university, or organisation through sales – unlike fliers, posters, and other printables. They’re durable, with waterproof bands and tear-resistant designs, making them suitable even for beach trips and rigorous sports days.
Their customisation potential is another plus for sports day or other field days, as they can be made in house colours or used to distinguish different teams.
Custom wristbands can also work as hall passes, allergy or special needs indicators, and classroom prizes. However, perhaps the biggest advantage of custom wristbands is the sense of school unity and pride they foster!
Custom-printed wristbands play a unique role in promoting school spirit and community engagement.
You can design school wristbands with distinctive colours, mascots, or slogans that resonate with the school’s identity.
These school wristbands become more than just identification tools – they evolve into symbols of unity and pride among students, teachers, and parents.
Consider the example above of custom-printed wristbands on sports days. By using distinct coloured wristbands as team-building tools in the colours of different houses, schools can foster a sense of belonging and healthy competition among students.
These sports day wristbands serve as keepsakes, preserving the memories of shared experiences and creating lasting connections.
Special wristbands can also be released for Spirit Day or Unity Day, and wristband trading or collecting among students is another great way to build friendships and encourage participation.
Silicone wristbands have amazing potential as a fundraising tool, especially due to their low upfront cost and high markup potential. They’re easy to distribute, attractive, and desirable.
You can get so much hype around custom wristbands by offering limited edition bands to collect.
Themed designs to match events, sports matches, and spirit days are all excellent.
You can also get the most bang for your buck by taking advantage of bulk ordering discounts.
Regular silicone wristbands are already a super eco-friendly option for a promotional material. They’re long-lasting, up to ten years – meaning the duration of primary, high school, or a uni course.
However, if you want to go the extra mile, there are even greener options! Some of the most sustainable school products (as far as wearables) are recycled rubber bands or biodegradable silicone. The Wristband Co. also offers special “Go Green” paper wristbands, that are high-strength, fully recyclable, biodegradable and compostable! Learn more about “Go Green” wristbands at the link.
With these products, your green education initiatives can be promoted and furthered at the same time!
As we conclude this exploration into the world of school wristbands, we encourage you to consider the comprehensive options provided by The Wristband Co.
Our extensive range of wristbands is tailored to meet the unique needs of educational settings, ensuring a safer, more organised, and engaging environment for students and staff alike.
In summary, integrating custom wristbands in educational institutions offers a versatile and practical solution. These school wristbands enhance security, streamline event management, are a fantastic fundraising tool, further eco-initiatives, and create a positive school atmosphere.
Take the first step toward enhancing your school’s security and student experience by delving into the world of wristbands. The benefits extend beyond mere identification, they contribute to a sense of community and pride that lasts well beyond the event itself. Find the perfect wristband options that align with your school’s unique identity and requirements, and witness the transformative impact on security, organisation, and overall school spirit.
The journey into the world of wristbands awaits, promising a safer, more vibrant, and tightly-knit school community. Reach out to us on 08 8363 4850 or at [email protected] to get a quote for all your needs!
Join our mailing list to receive product information, endless inspiration and 10% off your next order!
Monday – Friday 8:30 AM-8:30 PM
Saturday 10:00 AM-5:00 PM
Sunday CLOSED
38 Little Rundle Street Kent Town SA 5067
08 8363 4850
ABN: 62 239 772 879
The Wristband Co. is located on the traditional lands for the Kaurna people, and we respect their spiritual relationship with their Country. We also acknowledge the Kaurna people as the custodians of the Adelaide region and that their cultural and heritage beliefs are still as important to the living Kaurna people today.
Payments Accepted
