Independent school websites
Set your independent school website free with WordPress
Break free from rigid, outdated content management systems.
At Highrise Digital, we create custom WordPress websites designed to reflect your school’s unique ethos—while making content management effortless.
The collaboration was exceptional. The team felt like an extension of our own, and the positive, proactive approach made the partnership highly effective…it was a fantastic experience.
Jeanette Ariano | Director of Marketing, Kimbolton School
Why choose Highrise Digital?
Personalised attention from a dedicated team
As a small, two-person team, we provide a hands-on, collaborative experience. You’ll work directly with us—no account managers, no middlemen.
Our agile approach ensures quick responses, tailored solutions, and attention to every detail.
Benefits:
- Direct access to decision-makers
- Tailored solutions to fit your school’s unique needs
- Fast, responsive support
Why open-source matters
The power of WordPress for independent schools
We harness WordPress, the world’s leading open-source platform, to build flexible, scalable websites that grow with your school.
Unlike proprietary systems, WordPress gives you complete control—no vendor lock-in, no restrictions.
Complete ownership
Your website, your content, your choice. Export it, move it, or change hosts anytime.
Constant Innovation
Thousands of developers enhance WordPress daily, ensuring security, speed, and usability.
Extensive plugin ecosystem
Find solutions for nearly any requirement without expensive custom development.
User-Friendly
An intuitive interface makes content updates quick and effortless.
Cost-effective
WordPress is free at its core, allowing you to invest where it matters most.
User-friendly interface
A Website That’s Effortless to Manage
We design WordPress sites with usability at the forefront, so your team can focus on what matters—without fighting the CMS.
Features
Drag-and-drop page builder
Infinitely flexible page layouts using the block editor.
Brand integrity built in
Typography, colour and spacing presets that match your design system.
Custom blocks
Blocks and patterns built for your specific needs when needed.
Intelligent spacing
Automated, context-aware layout adjustments so you can focus on content, not design.
Reusable content
Easily create and manage blocks that can be used across your site.
Training & support
Empower your staff with training sessions and ongoing assistance.
It’s WordPress—But Better.
Let us show you what’s possible when WordPress is built with your school in mind.
Our work
Independent school websites
We’ve worked with leading schools to enhance their online presence.
The Perse School
Kimbolton School
Collaborative process
From concept to launch
We believe in a transparent and collaborative approach to web development. Our process includes:
1.
Discovery
Understanding your school’s unique needs and goals.
2.
Design
Crafting a visually appealing and functional design system.
3.
Development
Building a robust and scalable WordPress site.
4.
Launch
Seamless deployment with full training.
5.
Support
Ensuring long-term success with continued assistance.
Ready to elevate your school’s website?
Let’s build a website that reflects the excellence of your institution.