A1 Foamex Display Boards for Gad’s Hill School at Rochester Cathedral
- Louise Ferne
- Jul 7
- 5 min read
Purple Frog Signs recently designed, manufactured and supplied a set of A1 digitally printed Foamex boards for Gad’s Hill School, created for display inside the historic crypt of Rochester Cathedral.
The project supported a school display themed around “The Greatest of Expectations”, celebrating Gad’s Hill School’s history, values, pupils and unique connection to Charles Dickens.
As a signage company in Hythe, Kent, Purple Frog Signs works with schools, businesses, venues and organisations across Kent and the wider South East, producing professional printed display boards, event signage, exhibition graphics and signage for schools.
Printed display boards are a practical and professional way to present information clearly at events, exhibitions, open days, visitor experiences and educational displays.
For this project, Gad’s Hill School required high-quality A1 Foamex boards that would look polished, be easy to display on wooden easels, and feel appropriate within the atmospheric heritage setting of Rochester Cathedral crypt.
Purple Frog Signs took the client’s brief and provided a complete design, manufacture and supply service, creating robust, visually clear and brand-consistent digitally printed Foamex boards for the school’s display.
Gad’s Hill School approached Purple Frog Signs to create a set of school display boards for an event display inside Rochester Cathedral.
The boards needed to:
Present the school’s history, ethos and pupil experience clearly
Reflect the deep burgundy school colour palette and existing brand style
Include school photography, historical imagery, the Gad’s Hill School crest and supporting display graphics
Work as freestanding event signage on wooden easels
Look professional and suitable within a historic cathedral crypt setting.
The display theme, “The Greatest of Expectations”, created a strong link between the school’s identity, its pupils, its history and its association with Charles Dickens. Our approach
Purple Frog Signs began by taking the client’s brief and understanding how the boards would be used, where they would be displayed and what the finished presentation needed to achieve.
Because the boards were intended for a heritage venue, clarity and finish were important. The design needed to be visually engaging without feeling too busy, and the printed boards needed to sit comfortably within the historic surroundings of Rochester Cathedral crypt.
The design approach included:
A deep burgundy colour palette to reflect Gad’s Hill School branding
Clear display graphics suitable for viewing at close range
Careful layout of pupil photography, historical imagery and written content
Strong visual hierarchy to help visitors understand the display quickly
Professional print production onto A1 Foamex board for a clean, rigid finish.
The boards were then manufactured and supplied by Purple Frog Signs, ready for the client to display on wooden easels inside the cathedral crypt. The finished result
The finished A1 digitally printed Foamex boards created a professional, polished and practical display for Gad’s Hill School.
Displayed on wooden easels within Rochester Cathedral crypt, the boards provided clear visual storytelling while respecting the historic setting. One board featured a collage-style historical display, combining archive imagery and school heritage. Another focused on school values, pupil experience, photography, branding and the Gad’s Hill School crest.
The result was a set of printed display boards that were:
Clear and easy to read
Strong enough for event display use
Lightweight enough to be handled and positioned easily
Visually consistent with the school’s identity
Suitable for display on freestanding easels
Appropriate for an educational display in a heritage venue.
This project shows how Foamex exhibition boards can be used effectively by schools, event organisers and venues to create professional temporary displays without needing wall fixings or permanent installation. Why Foamex was the right choice
Foamex is a lightweight, rigid PVC foam board that is widely used for printed display boards, school display boards, exhibition boards and indoor event signage.
For Gad’s Hill School, Foamex was the right choice because it provided a professional printed finish while remaining practical for transport, handling and easel display.
A1 Foamex boards are especially useful for schools and organisations because they are:
Rigid and smart-looking
Lightweight compared with heavier display materials
Suitable for full-colour digital print
Easy to position on easels or display stands
Ideal for temporary indoor displays, open days, exhibitions and presentations
Suitable for educational signage and event graphics.
For heritage venues such as Rochester Cathedral, Foamex boards can be a practical option where a professional display is needed without fixing anything directly to the building fabric. Who this type of signage is ideal for
A1 digitally printed Foamex boards are suitable for a wide range of professional, educational and event settings.
They are ideal for:
Open days and admissions events
Heritage venues and visitor displays
Museums, galleries and exhibitions
Corporate presentations and conferences
Award evenings and celebration events
Organisations requiring clear, professional event signage.
For schools, Foamex boards can be used to present values, history, achievements, pupil work, event information, admissions messaging, sponsor boards, wayfinding information or temporary educational displays.
Need professionally designed printed display boards for a school, event, exhibition or heritage venue?
Purple Frog Signs is a Kent signage company based in Hythe, providing design, manufacture and supply of Foamex boards, display graphics, event signage, educational signage and exhibition boards for schools, businesses, organisations and venues across Kent and the wider South East.
Contact Purple Frog Signs to discuss A1 Foamex boards, printed display boards, school display boards or exhibition graphics for your next event.
Visit: www.purplefrogsigns.com
FAQs
What are A1 Foamex boards used for?
A1 Foamex boards are used for professional printed displays, event signage, school displays, exhibition boards, presentation graphics, information boards and temporary promotional displays. They provide a rigid, lightweight surface for full-colour digital print.
Are Foamex boards suitable for school displays and events?
Yes. Foamex boards are a practical choice for schools because they are lightweight, smart, durable for event use and suitable for clear printed display graphics. They work well for open days, exhibitions, school history displays, pupil showcases and presentation events.
Can Foamex boards be used on easels?
Yes. A1 Foamex boards can be displayed on wooden easels or display stands, provided the easel is appropriately sized and stable. This makes them useful for events, heritage venues, temporary displays and presentations where wall fixing is not suitable.
Who designs and supplies printed Foamex boards in Kent?
Purple Frog Signs designs, manufactures and supplies printed Foamex boards from Hythe, Kent. The company works with schools, businesses, venues, agencies and organisations across Kent and the wider South East.
Can Purple Frog Signs create display boards for schools and heritage venues?
Yes. Purple Frog Signs can create school display boards, educational signage, event signage and exhibition graphics for schools, colleges, heritage venues, visitor attractions and professional organisations. Services include design, manufacture and supply.
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