Emergency Lighting for Schools & Academies
✔ BS 5266-1:2025 Compliant Installation & Upgrades
✔ Certified Emergency Lighting Installers for Commercial & Industrial Buildings
✔ Full Installation, Maintenance & Repair Services
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School Emergency Lighting Installation, Testing & Compliance Services
At Winstanley Electrical & Mechanical Services, we support schools, academies and multi-academy trusts with the installation, testing and maintenance of safe, compliant emergency lighting systems.
Our engineers help ensure your building meets BS 5266-1:2025 standards, providing reliable illumination for corridors, stairwells, classrooms and assembly halls during power loss or emergencies.
We understand the requirements of education environments, including safeguarding, access restrictions, and the need to work efficiently during half-term, inset days and school holidays.
Whether you need full system upgrades, new installations or 3-hour duration compliance testing, we provide a complete service with minimal disruption to teaching
Our School Emergency Lighting Services Include
✔ School Emergency Lighting Installation
✔ 3-Hour Duration Upgrades for BS 5266-1:2025
✔ Anti-Panic and Open-Area Lighting
✔ Classroom, Corridor and Stairwell Lighting
✔ Emergency Exit & Escape Route Lighting
✔ Central Battery & Self-Contained System
✔ Emergency Lighting Testing & Certification
✔ Remedial Repairs and Battery Replacements
✔ Emergency Signage and Compliance Audits
✔ Monthly, Annual & 3-Hour Duration Tests
Why Emergency Lighting Matters in Schools
Types of Emergency Lighting Installed in Schools
Emergency lighting plays a crucial role in ensuring safe evacuation for pupils, staff and visitors during a power loss or emergency. Schools must provide safe exit routes, illuminated stairways, clearly marked signage and adequate lighting levels under BS 5266-1:2025.
Properly installed emergency lighting reduces risk, supports safeguarding measures, and ensures your school passes fire safety inspections without delay.
Escape Route Lighting
Guides pupils and staff safely towards exits.
Open Area (Anti-Panic) Lighting
Reduces panic and ensures visibility in halls, dining areas, sports halls and larger spaces.
High-Risk Task Area Lighting
Provides safe illumination in science labs, workshops and kitchens.
Maintained Emergency Lighting
Lighting that remains on during normal operation.
Non-Maintained Lighting
Activates only during a power failure.
Central Battery & Self-Contained Systems
Suitable for small primary schools, large secondary schools, and multi-building campuses.
Emergency Lighting for Schools – UK Coverage
Trusted by schools and academies across the UK for safe, compliant and reliable emergency lighting services.
✔ London
✔ Birmingham
✔ Manchester
✔ Liverpool
✔ Leeds
✔ Bedford
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Our engineers support schools and academies across the UK, including:
Supporting Businesses in Various Sectors
Industrial & Commercial
Retails
Residential
School Testing & Compliance – BS 5266-1:2025
UK regulations require schools to complete monthly functional tests and annual 3-hour duration tests to ensure the emergency lighting system performs correctly during an outage.
At Winstanley Electrical, we perform:
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Monthly Function Tests
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Annual 3-Hour Duration Tests
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Battery Capacity Checks
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Remedial Repairs & Certification
,We also offer planned yearly testing programmes to help schools remain compliant with no disruption.
We also support rural schools, special educational needs settings (SEN), and independent schools.
Ready to Upgrade Your School Emergency Lighting?
Winstanley Electrical & Mechanical Services is here to support your school with safe, compliant and efficient emergency lighting services.
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Why Schools Choose Winstanley ?
✅ NICEIC-Approved Electrical Contractors
✅ Fully Trained Engineers With Enhanced DBS Available Upon Request
✅ Safe Work Planned During Holidays & Term Breaks
✅ Competitive Pricing & Free Quotations
✅ Full Compliance With BS 5266
✅ Trusted by Commercial, Public Sector & Education Clients
Nationwide Coverage
Fully Trainied Experts
Fast Reponse
Available 24/7, 365 days a year
Bespoke Tailored Services
Competive Costs
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
Do schools need emergency lighting by law?
Yes. Schools must provide compliant emergency lighting to meet BS 5266 and UK fire safety regulations.
Can you work during school holidays?
Yes. We complete installations, upgrades and testing during holidays, weekends and inset days.
Do you support multi-academy trusts (MATs)?
Yes. We provide centralised booking, multi-site compliance reports and planned rollout programmes.
Can you upgrade our lighting for BS 5266-1:2025?
Yes. We specialise in 3-hour duration upgrades and anti-panic lighting.