WordPress: #1 Content Management System for Schools

Mar 02, 2024

Peapod Design’s theme is built specifically for schools using WordPress technology. Yes, WordPress, and proud of it. No proprietary software can keep up with how powerful, user-friendly, and the unlimited capabilities WordPress has to offer.

Over 50% of all colleges in the United States and around the world use WordPress for their main website. That is a huge testimate! So why don’t independent schools use WordPress for their website? The only reason we can think of it is lack of knowledge. Well, Peapod Design is on a mission to change that. In this blog post, we will explore why independent schools should consider using WordPress as their website platform and how it can benefit them in the long run.

There is not a content management system that is as easy as WordPress. With WordPress, no coding is required. This empowers schools to keep their websites current, share important announcements, and engage with their audience without the need for extensive training. Not all WordPress platforms are the same.

Flexible and our sites Built from scratch

Every independent school is unique, and their website should reflect that. At Peapod Design, we build sites that offer a wide range of customizable designs and plugins that allow schools to tailor their school’s needs. Because we design our websites NOT in the development stage, we design in the “design stage”. Which means unlimited design to match our client’s brand identity. NOT every WordPress platform is the same. We do not use off-the-shelf WordPress themes. Your website is customized to your school’s brand.

Continue using your existing LMS (Learning Management Systems) and SIS (Student Information Systems) – why change and get into a company’s ecosystem that forces you to use their platforms.

Cost-Effective Solution

Budget constraints are a reality for many independent schools. At Peapod Design, our websites offer a cost-effective solution for creating and maintaining a professional and feature-rich website.

FREE Viewbook design and Photoshoot – keeping your marketing materials consistent with messaging and branding. That’s important to us. Your success doesn’t start and end with a beautiful website. Peapod Design takes it up a notch. We DO know every client’s story…period. That is why it is essential to have your unique story covered across all marketing materials.

Affordable. Just ask our clients.

Scalability and Growth

Independent schools may experience growth over time, and their website needs to scale accordingly. Our websites, using WordPress, are highly scalable and can accommodate the expansion of content, features, and functionalities as the school grows. Whether it’s adding new pages, integrating e-learning platforms, or incorporating advanced functionality, our WordPress CMS provides a robust foundation for long-term development.

Unlimited plugins. One reason why WordPress is the most powerful platform on the market. You want it. There is a plugin for that. Maybe that’s why 50% of colleges use WordPress for their website.

Search Engine Optimization (SEO)

Visibility in search engine results is crucial for attracting prospective students and parents. WordPress is designed with SEO best practices in mind, making it easier for independent schools to optimize their content for search engines. With the help of plugins like Yoast SEO, schools can enhance their website’s search engine performance and increase their chances of being discovered by the right audience. Your Peapod Design site has built-in SEO Tools into every page.

Community and Support

WordPress boasts a vast and active community of developers, designers, and users. This means that independent schools using WordPress have access to a wealth of knowledge, resources, and support. From troubleshooting technical issues to seeking advice on optimizing website performance, the WordPress community offers a valuable network for schools to tap into.

That is why at Peapod Design created a client resource hub we call PODS of Wisdom. Live personalized monthly webinars designed to support and answer your technical questions that you may have with your new Peapod Design WordPress website.

Just pick up the phone. We would love to hear from you. Your questions or requests don’t go into a queue unanswered. Don’t believe me? Give me a call on my cell at 203-561-5072.

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