Shades for Schools and Childcare Centers

Create dynamic outdoor spaces where students can play, interact, and thrive and teachers can find comfort. Our shade structures blend seamless protection with architectural appeal, transforming gathering areas, playgrounds, and car rider lines into comfortable havens that enhance your school's environment.

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The Power of Protected Play

Shade structures do more than shelter — they optimize your playground for child development. By creating cooler spaces and protecting equipment from overheating, children can engage longer in the cognitive, social, emotional, and physical activities essential to their growth. Our solutions shield young ones from UV rays and heat-related risks, turning your playground into a safe space for extended outdoor learning and play.

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Pre-Approved Shade Structures We're DSA Pre-Checked Approved

Live in California? We're DSA Pre-Checked Approved.

Select shades are DSA certified. California state schools, community colleges, and other state-owned facilities can choose a Superior Shade and know that part of the inspection process has been completed.

Where to Add Shade to Your School or Childcare Center

Create safe, comfortable havens for students, teachers, and staff across your campus with Superior Shade structures. Popular places to install shade structures include:

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Playground and Outdoor Recreation Areas

Install shade structures over playgrounds, equipment, and seating to provide shade during recess and outdoor activities.

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Cafeteria and Outdoor Dining Areas

Create shaded areas for outdoor dining spaces where students can eat comfortably while being protected.

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Drop-off and Pick-up Zones

Add shade structures in drop-off and pick-up areas for students and parents during arrival and dismissal times.

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Bus Stops

Install shade structures at bus stops to protect students while they wait for transportation.

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Sports Fields and Bleachers

Place shade structures near sports fields, stadiums, or bleachers to provide shade for athletes, spectators, and coaches.

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Outdoor Classrooms

Create shaded outdoor learning spaces by adding shade structures to facilitate outdoor classes or study areas.

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Walkways and Pathways

Install shade structures along walkways and pathways on the school grounds.

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Courtyards and Gathering Spaces

Enhance courtyards with shade structures, allowing students and staff to enjoy shaded spaces for socializing, studying, or activities.

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Entrance and Reception Areas

Shelter your school's entrance and reception areas to protect visitors, parents, and staff.

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Outdoor Physical Education Areas

Shield students and staff during outdoor PE activities with protective shade.

Explore Recent School and Childcare Shade Projects

Need some inspiration for your shade design? Explore our completed commercial outdoor shade projects for schools and childcares, including projects that include playground, car rider, courtyard, and outdoor classroom shade.

Planning Tools

Make shopping for your next shade easier with the use of our planning tools.

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Buying Contracts

Bypass formal bidding and take advantage of other benefits like contract pricing.

Pick Your Colors

Color Applier

Choose your post and fabric color easily with our Color Applier tool.

View Catalog

Catalog

Want to see all of our shade styles in one place? Check out our catalog.

Reach Out Today Need some help getting started? 

We're here if you're ready to discuss your shade options. We'll ensure we find the right shade solution to make your space feel and look cool.