Pixl Canada installs security cameras for schools, private schools and training centres: entrances, hallways, parking, gym and cafeteria, perimeter and back doors, with a free written quote for wired CCTV and payment after the job. A mid-size school typically needs about 24 cameras, which is about 23.3 TB of storage for 30 days of continuous 4 MP recording. Cameras go in shared areas only, never washrooms, change rooms or classrooms without a clear policy. Public schools usually go through the school board’s procurement and privacy rules, so this page also lists what to prepare.
PCBy the Pixl Canada install team. Updated October 26, 2026. 7 min read. Prices in Canadian dollars, before tax.
- 24-camera plan for a mid-size school
- Storage and cost worked example
- Privacy and approval checklist
- Free written quote, pay after the job
- Cover entrances, hallways, parking, shared rooms and the perimeter. Keep cameras out of washrooms and change rooms.
- Students, staff and parents all have privacy interests: post notice and limit access.
- Public schools follow board procurement and privacy rules. Prepare the specification first.
- Plan storage for the long weekend and break periods, and keep a UPS on the recorder.
Where do cameras go in a school?
| Area | Cameras | Why |
|---|---|---|
| Main entrance and front office | 3 | Visitor control and sign-in |
| Hallways and stairwells | 10 | Shared circulation areas |
| Other entrances and loading | 3 | Doors that can be propped open |
| Gym, cafeteria and library entrances | 3 | High-traffic shared spaces |
| Parking and drop-off lane | 3 | Vehicles and after-hours access. See parking lot cameras |
| Perimeter and playground fence | 2 | After-hours intrusion; night image quality |
| Total | 24 | A walkthrough sets the count |
What will storage and cost be?
| Item | Figure |
|---|---|
| GB per camera per day (3 Mbps) | 32.4 |
| 30 days, 24 cameras, continuous | 23.3 TB |
| Recorder throughput with 20% headroom | about 86 Mbps |
| Installed cost at $700 to $1,500 per camera | $16,800 to $36,000 (market estimate, not a Pixl price) |
See the storage calculator, the NVR buying guide and PoE switch and UPS sizing.
What privacy rules and approvals apply?
| Item | What to settle |
|---|---|
| Authority | Board or administration approval and the applicable public-sector privacy law for public schools |
| Purpose | Safety and security, written down |
| Where not to film | Washrooms, change rooms and similar |
| Notice | Signs at entrances. See security camera signs |
| Access and retention | Named users, a fixed period. See the privacy checklist |
This is general information, not legal advice. Confirm with your board’s privacy officer.
How does a school camera job work?
- Send photos or a floor plan, or book a walkthrough.
- Get a free written quote listing cameras, recorder, cabling and labour separately.
- We schedule work around school hours, if you ask.
- We install, aim and test every camera and set up the recorder.
- You pay after the job.
School security cameras: frequently asked questions
How many cameras does a school need?
About 24 for a mid-size school is a typical planning figure. Layout decides the real count.
Where should school cameras not go?
Washrooms, change rooms and similar private spaces.
How much storage does a school need?
About 23.3 TB for 24 cameras at 4 MP for 30 days of continuous recording.
Do public schools need approval?
Usually the board or administration must approve, and public-sector privacy law applies. Ask your privacy officer.
How much does it cost?
Market estimates run $700 to $1,500 per installed camera. Pixl gives a free written quote for wired CCTV.
When do I pay?
After the job.
Get a free written quote for your school
Send photos or a floor plan. You pay after the job.
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Sources and method. Camera counts are a planning example. Price ranges are market estimates, not a Pixl price. Storage and throughput are calculated from planning bitrates. Privacy points are general and not legal advice.
About Pixl Canada. Pixl Canada is an installation company based in Edmonton, Alberta, serving cities across Canada with TV mounting, security cameras, appliance installation and smart home setup. Call or text (587) 899-7495. Open Monday to Saturday 8am to 8pm and Sunday 9am to 7pm.