Why Schools Need PopAlert
The Smarter, Safer Way to Handle Lockdown Alerts
School safety has never been more important. With increasing expectations around Martyn’s Law, stronger safeguarding requirements, and the growing need for fast internal communication, schools are looking for a simple, reliable and affordable alert system that staff can actually use in real-world emergencies.
That’s where PopAlert® comes in — an instant internal alert and lockdown system designed specifically for education environments.
What Is PopAlert®?
PopAlert is an on-premises, no-internet-required internal alert system that delivers instant full-screen notifications to every connected PC or device on your school network. It ensures staff receive the right message at the right time — whether it’s a lockdown, evacuation, incident notification, or important internal broadcast.
Schools choose PopAlert because it is:
Simple to use
Reliable in real emergencies
Cost-effective compared to traditional lockdown systems
Fast to install with no building works, cabling, or IT infrastructure changes
Why PopAlert® Is the Perfect Fit for Schools
- Instant Full-Screen Lockdown Alerts
When seconds matter, PopAlert displays unavoidable, full-screen alerts to all staff devices. No pop-ups, no emails, no missed messages — immediate and clear instructions that every teacher can act on.
- Supports Martyn’s Law (Protect Duty)
PopAlert helps schools meet core requirements of Martyn’s Law by providing:
A consistent internal communication system
Clearly defined emergency workflows
A reliable method to trigger fast, site-wide alerts
This ensures your school can demonstrate proactive safeguarding and emergency preparation.
Works Seamlessly With Alertex for External Coverage
PopAlert integrates fully with the Alertex Wireless Lockdown Alarm, giving schools complete internal and external coverage.
No Expensive Hardware or Batteries to Maintain
Unlike many lockdown systems, PopAlert does not require:
Costly proprietary panels
Repeaters
Wireless receivers
Building works
Ongoing battery checks
Your school simply has a PopAlert Control Unit installed by our engineers, and your internal PC network becomes a powerful, instant alert platform.
Trigger Alerts Automatically or Manually
PopAlert can be activated through:
Staff desktop buttons
Secure admin dashboard
Physical triggers via relay input
Third-party systems like Alertex
Custom triggers such as panic buttons
This means schools can choose whatever method suits their safeguarding procedures.
Fast Installation – No Disruption
Our team installs the PopAlert control unit on-site and connects everything to the PopAlert daemon service.
The result: a fully functioning internal alert system in under a day, with no downtime, no IT hassle, and full staff training provided.
Why PopAlert® Over Other Systems?
Built specifically for schools and safeguarding
Operates offline for maximum reliability
Integrates with Alertex for full internal + external coverage
No subscription for extra hardware
No maintenance burdens
Clearer, more unavoidable alerts than emails, apps, or walkie-talkies
PopAlert simply works — every time.
Ready to Make Your School Safer?
PopAlert gives your staff confidence, your leadership peace of mind, and your school a modern, compliant safety solution that fits any budget.
