School CCTV Planning Checklist

Everything You Need to Plan a Successful CCTV System for Your Campus

Planning a CCTV system for your school can seem daunting — but with the right approach, it’s simple and effective.
At Security Wholesalers Australia, we’ve created this School CCTV Planning Checklist to help you cover all the critical steps.

Use this as a guide when you’re preparing to install or upgrade your system.

✅ Step 1: Define Your Objectives

☐ What problems are you trying to solve?
☐ What areas need monitoring? (entrances, playgrounds, car parks, hallways, etc.)
☐ Are there specific risks? (vandalism, bullying, trespassing)

✅ Step 2: Conduct a Site Assessment

☐ Walk through the campus to identify blind spots.
☐ Note areas with high traffic or frequent incidents.
☐ Identify sensitive areas where cameras should not be installed (e.g., bathrooms).

✅ Step 3: Set a Budget

☐ Determine how much you can allocate for equipment and installation.
☐ Consider future scalability in your budget.

✅ Step 4: Choose Camera Types

☐ Dome cameras for indoor monitoring.
☐ Bullet cameras for outdoor perimeters.
☐ PTZ cameras for large outdoor areas.
☐ AI-enabled cameras for smarter alerts.

✅ Step 5: Plan Camera Placement

☐ Cover all key access points.
☐ Ensure playgrounds, ovals, and car parks are visible.
☐ Avoid pointing cameras at private spaces.

✅ Step 6: Ensure Privacy Compliance

☐ Prepare signage informing staff, students, and visitors of CCTV use.
☐ Draft a CCTV policy outlining who can access footage and how long it is kept.
☐ Ensure cameras are only recording for legitimate security purposes.

✅ Step 7: Choose Storage & Monitoring

☐ Decide how long to retain footage.
☐ Choose between local storage (NVR) or cloud-connected systems.
☐ Determine who will monitor cameras (live vs. recorded review).

✅ Step 8: Select a Supplier & Installer

☐ Work with a trusted supplier like Security Wholesalers Australia for reliable, affordable equipment.
☐ Hire a licensed installer who understands school environments.

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‍ Why Use This Checklist?

✅ Helps you plan thoroughly and avoid common mistakes.
✅ Ensures compliance with privacy laws.
✅ Makes the most of your budget by prioritising the right areas.
✅ Provides a clear roadmap for staff and contractors.