Custom School Badges

Whether it’s a new group of kids beginning their very first year of school or seniors taking on leadership roles, many milestones occur throughout school life.

Having a way of celebrating these moments can be profoundly meaningful to students, allowing them to feel more connected to their peers, teachers, and their school at large.

School badges are a simple but effective way of marking milestones throughout a student’s life. Not only that, but they can also help make school life easier for new students.

For young students, such as those coming from kindergarten, this is a time when they must transfer from the simplicity of a single building and perhaps several dozen other students to a much larger campus and hundreds of classmates. There would likely be a bit of culture shock for even the most flexible and adaptable youngsters.

Make Badges’ school badges can identify all the new pupils with a bright, cheerful “I’m New Here”-style message. This Informs others that these youngsters may need a little extra help occasionally as they acclimate to new routines and surroundings.

School badges and visitor badges can be used with existing policies employed by schools to ensure a smooth, successful transition into the new year. Parents or older children who are allowed to accompany new students and preps on their initial days might wear eye-catching visitor badges to designate their role on the campus.

Top-quality school badges from Make Badges are available in a 25mm “fun size” for kids and up to a large 89mm “can’t miss me” size with room for a more detailed message.

Types of Badges

Our badges come in several varieties and can be used to celebrate and recognise different facets of a student’s school journey.

Academic Achievements

For children, being rewarded with grades is often not enough motivation to try harder. Other rewards may be necessary to encourage learning.

At Make Badges, we can offer custom badges for high-achieving students in tasks such as spelling or mathematics, or simply to celebrate star pupils. Pupils can use this sense of achievement to gain confidence and develop strong interpersonal skills with their fellow students.

With our fantastic range of custom-designed badges, your school can afford to purchase them in bulk, ensuring all teachers have a handy stock of badges to reward students whenever they make the grade.

Everyone enjoys a reward for a job well done, and we at Make Badges certainly enjoy producing custom badges for schools nationwide.

Sports and Extracurriculars

For students who are heavily involved in sports or other extracurricular activities, it can be rewarding for them to have their extra involvement recognised in some tangible way.

Do you want to recognise your top-performing athletes or shout out the debate team’s latest success? With our custom badges, you can highlight the wins and efforts of those students who regularly get involved in efforts that go beyond the core school experience.

They can wear the badges with pride, knowing their extra work is being acknowledged and celebrated.

Leadership and Service

Students can take on several leadership roles, which may include school captain and vice-captains, school prefects, and team captains, among others. All of these can be acknowledged and celebrated with custom-made badges.

Similarly, those students who’ve provided exceptional service to the school or its broader community deserve recognition for the time and effort they’ve put in.

If you’re considering custom badges for your school, you can request a quote. If you need advice or ideas, get in touch with Make Badges today and we’ll be happy to help.

FAQs

What types of custom school badges can I create?

Through Make Badges, you can design a wide selection of custom school badges to suit almost any purpose. Whether you’re celebrating academic achievement, recognising leadership roles, acknowledging sporting success, or welcoming new students, there’s a badge style that’s sure to fit. 

Many schools choose bright, bold badges for junior students - such as “I’m New Here” or “Buddy Helper” badges - as well as more polished designs for students in leadership positions such as prefects, house captains, or students who are members of the school council. We have a range of badge sizes to choose from, including small fun sizes for little learners up to larger “can’t miss me” styles that are great for recognising special awards or visitors.

From simple pin badges to larger printed designs with room for school colours and slogans, our custom school badges are a flexible way to celebrate all facets of school life. Badges can ever be used to highlight students’ extracurricular achievements like music, drama, or community work, making them a versatile tool for engagement across the entire school community.

How do schools use custom badges for students?

There are plenty of use cases for a variety of student-focused custom badges. Many schools use badges to:

• Identify students and visitors: Brightly designed badges with different design motifs or colour-coding makes it easy for staff and students to recognise new pupils or guests around campus.
• Motivate and reward: Offering badges provides a tangible means of recognising academic success, attendance milestones, students in leadership positions, or sports teams. They also contribute to developing a greater sense of pride and can encourage positive behaviour.
• Build school spirit: Wearing a badge that features the school’s logo, motto, or house colours strengthens the sense of belonging among students and fosters pride among the school community.
• Support events: Badges are also a great option for school-related events, whether it’s open days/open nights, camps, excursions, fetes or fundraisers. Not only are they great for the practical aspects (identifying students with specific roles or responsibilities), but they make for memorable keepsakes, as well.

Badges are a popular option in schools thanks to their inexpensive manufacturing costs (especially when done in bulk), the ease of customisation, and for how they offer a tangible way to celebrate every part of the student journey.

Can I upload my school logo for a custom badge?

Absolutely! You can upload your school logo or any applicable artwork you want to feature on your school badge. Our online Design Studio makes it a breeze: just choose your preferred badge size and style, then upload your logo file. You can also add text, colours, and other key design elements until your badge looks exactly how you desire. If you need help with file formats or placement, we also offer helpful templates and tutorials to make sure your artwork prints beautifully on the finished badge.

What sizes and materials are available for school badges?

Our school badges come in a range of sizes to suit different needs. Smaller badges - often around 25mm - are great for kids and informal uses, while larger options up to 89mm give you more space for detailed designs or messages, which can be a great option for fundraisers or community-facing purposes. 

We offer several shapes, as well, and you can choose from more classic pin badges or opt for badges with magnetic fasteners, as well as keyrings and zipper pulls. If students or families want to let their pride show at home, you can also design custom magnets that are perfect for affixing to the fridge or other magnetic surfaces.

No matter the types of badges you opt for, all are made from high-quality printed materials that are durable enough for daily school life. The exact materials and finishes vary by badge type, but all are chosen to withstand handling and retain colour and clarity throughout the school year.

How long does it take to order and receive custom school badges?

We appreciate that schools often work to tight timelines, so we make the process as quick and simple as possible. Once your design is approved, most badge orders are produced in four business days, after which they’ll be shipped straight to your school or chosen address. If you’re looking for a faster dispatch time, you can request expedited production as part of your order. 

Keep in mind that larger or significant bulk orders may take a little longer, and you’ll be informed of the expected turnaround at checkout. If you’re planning for a specific event or school term milestone, we recommend ordering with plenty of notice to make sure your badges arrive in time.