Are School/Campus Security Guards Necessary?

Campus Security Guards

Schools regularly must not only deal with calamities such as burglary, vandalism, aggression, and fire but they are often the location of a mass shooting. It is therefore very important for schools to detect irregularities preventively and to respond to the environment in time. As a school, you don’t want to take any risks when it comes to the safety of someone else.

Whether it is a nursery or a university campus; an educational institution must be a safe place. A place where safety is an absolute certainty and to which children and students can be entrusted without any worries. But what happens if an intruder suddenly walks into your building? How do you prevent digital whiteboards and exam materials from being stolen and how do you safeguard the integrity of your institution and your employees? All problems that can suddenly arise require professional school security guards to ensure that schools are prepared for all these scenarios.

Educational Security Guards

Simply said, educational institutions should be unattractive to criminals. There are several reasons why a school campus could become a victim of unwanted practices. Criminals can use a school to carry out a kidnapping, but they can also only be interested in your precious belongings. Whatever the reason, campus security guards will reduce the temptation to enter your school. How? With their professional security solutions and by making them visible on the campus and in the building so that they have a preventive effect.

An educational institution is completely different from a shop or business premises. The reason is simple: a school building or campus often has several entrances. This requires a special approach. An approach that school/ campus security guards, fortunately, master for several decades. Students should have a safe shelter and unpleasant incidents involving criminals should be prevented? With highly-trained school security guards present on the campus, criminals will stay away, and students can focus on their study without worries. Contact us to request a free quote now.

FAQ’s About College Security Guards

Why do high schools and colleges need dedicated security guards?

Students, faculty, and visitors deserve a safe place to learn and grow. XPressGuards officers deter active threats, break up fights, stop trespassers, and respond to medical emergencies faster than off site police. One trained guard on campus equals a safer day for everyone.

What training do XPressGuards school officers receive?

• Active shooter response and lockdown drills
• De escalation and crisis intervention
• CPR, AED, and basic first aid
• Title IX and student privacy awareness
• Real time radio and mobile reporting

How quickly can XPressGuards deploy to my campus?

With more than six hundred offices across the country, we can have uniformed or plain clothes guards on site the same day you call. Emergency and short notice coverage is our specialty.

Are the guards licensed and insured?

Yes. Every officer is state licensed, background checked, and protected by comprehensive general and professional liability insurance. Proof is provided before the first shift.

What is the typical price range for school security?

Most schools invest between twenty and forty dollars per guard per hour. Final cost depends on coverage hours, number of posts, and whether you choose armed or unarmed officers. We offer volume discounts and will match any verifiable competitor quote within that range.

Can we hire guards for special events like football games or graduation?

Absolutely. We provide crowd control, parking enforcement, bag checks, and VIP escorts for games, dances, concerts, and graduation ceremonies. Event security can be added or removed at any time.

Do guards carry weapons on campus?

You decide. We offer both armed and unarmed personnel. Armed guards hold individual firearm permits and complete additional state mandated training. Unarmed guards focus on visibility, de escalation, and access control.

Will guards work with our existing school resource officer?

Yes. XPressGuards officers coordinate daily with SROs, principals, and local police. We follow your emergency protocols and can join tabletop drills and active shooter training sessions.

Can guards monitor school entrances and parking lots?

Yes. Our officers staff main doors, check visitor IDs, patrol parking areas, and watch for suspicious vehicles. They use real time reporting apps that time stamp every checkpoint and upload incident photos instantly.

How do we hire campus security today?

Call (866) 407-4342 or fill out the contact form on this page. Tell us your campus size, daily schedule, and any special concerns. We will email a customized plan and can have guards on site within hours.