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.

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.

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:

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

Cafeteria and Outdoor Dining Areas
Create shaded areas for outdoor dining spaces where students can eat comfortably while being protected.

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.

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

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

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

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

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

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

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.

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


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.