Incorporating Bing Ads into a comprehensive digital marketing strategy is becoming increasingly popular among private schools.
6 Free Google Tools that Schools Should Be Using
Jan 10, 2023 7:15:00 AM / by Angie Ward
While there are dozens of free digital marketing tools available from Google, school marketers have a lot on their plate and can’t be expected to master them all. We narrowed it down to the top 6 that we recommend: Google Analytics 4, Google Tag Manager, UTM Codes, Google Search Console, Google Trends, and Google Business Profile.
Here are the most beneficial ways schools can leverage these free Google tools effectively to maximize their digital marketing ROI.
How to Build an Email Marketing Strategy for Your Private School
Oct 27, 2022 7:15:00 AM / by Katie Bero
Independent school marketers work extremely hard to get qualified prospects, or “leads,” into their pipeline. Whether you’ve purchased lists, launched a digital marketing campaign, or planned an on-ground admissions trip, building a lead funnel is a huge investment. That is why keeping those leads engaged and moving through the funnel by way of email marketing is a critical tactic for schools.
According to data by Nutshell, it takes an average of three to four emails before getting a response from a lead—but with those long admission- and marketing-team to-do lists, sending each lead regular communication can be a challenge.
Here’s how your school can develop an email marketing strategy to nurture leads—for FREE!, maximize your efforts, and ensure prospects take those next steps to visit, apply, and enroll.
What Happened to My School's Google Reviews?
Dec 1, 2021 10:18:00 AM / by Angie Ward
You may be one of the many schools wondering what happened to Google Reviews. Many organizations, including schools, are experiencing a range of issues as it relates to users being able to review a business. This poses a challenge for schools that use Google Reviews as a way to manage their brand and communicate with prospective and current families.
So what happened to Google reviews for schools?
Five Digital Marketing Strategies to Boost Summer Program Registrations
Mar 2, 2021 1:23:07 PM / by Angie Ward
Families are eager to see what opportunities await their children for both in-person and virtual summer programs this year. While summer camp marketing should be a year-round strategy, now is a great time of year to take digital marketing to the next level. Whether you focus on test prep, arts, athletics, STEM, or nature-based themes, digital marketing is a great way to boost those summer registrations, and quickly.
How Your School Can Market Your Summer Camps and Programs Online:
Leveraging Organic Social Media to Boost Paid Ad Performance
Jan 28, 2021 8:30:00 AM / by Katie Bero
In today’s market, especially during a pandemic, paid advertising is a great way for independent schools to promote all the benefits and successes they are experiencing this year. The ads are also a great way to reach new families who are exploring different options for their children. According to an eMarketer study, 96% of social marketers consider Facebook the most effective paid advertising option available to them. Paid advertising on social media can be very effective at growing your admissions funnel, and it is relatively easy to put a quick ad campaign together; however, it is important to remember your organic presence can continue to nurture these families throughout the admissions process, as well as support the paid ads, so that the paid and organic strategies together have a longer, stronger impact.
3 Reasons Your School Should Be Posting on Facebook and Instagram While Running Ads
How to manage your school’s online reviews - The Dos & Don'ts
Dec 2, 2019 9:00:00 AM / by Angie Ward
Is your school dealing with a persnickety review or low star rating? It can be challenging to keep up with various ways in which prospective families are searching for, and learning about your school online while understanding which of those ratings really matter. For better or worse, the reality is that online reviews are part of the equation for every stage of the funnel -- from the initial discovery and inquiry, to deciding whether to visit, apply, and ultimately enroll -- key considerations are being made by adults who rely on the internet for a large source of information.
Why Facebook Lead-Ads should be part of your Annual Enrollment Marketing Strategy
Jun 20, 2019 10:30:00 AM / by Angie Ward
Here we are, nearly 4 years into one of Facebook's leading advertising capabilities, and Lead Ads show no signs of slowing down. In the education arena, specifically, Facebook & Instagram Lead Ads can be used for a plethora of admissions goals. From generating open house registrations and inquiries to eBooks and tours, Lead Ads can be used for both the top and the bottom of the funnel strategies. In tandem with other digital marketing, email and traditional efforts, here’s why Lead Ads should absolutely have a place in your admissions marketing plan.
Why We Love Google My Business (+ You Will Too)
May 9, 2019 9:30:00 AM / by Jake Youmell
When you're looking to make a big decision, it's likely that you'll do a fair amount of research before committing. In today's digital world, that usually starts (and ends) with a search engine.
Why Print Isn't Dead, From the Digital Marketing Perspective
Apr 10, 2019 9:30:00 AM / by Angie Ward
While schools have increased their Google and Facebook investments in the last few years—and for good reason (people often use and convert on these platforms)—print still has a share of wallet. In fact, print campaigns impact PK-12 enrollment at each stage of the funnel – from awareness and events to applicants and beyond. Here’s why high-quality, well-timed print campaigns are still very much alive and breathing fresh air into the enrollment marketing world.