What do schools look like?
Here's what you should know

Despite their varied structures, many schools have features that can help you identify a building as a school. When looking at an image, keep an eye out for these common school patterns.

Pattern 1: Buildings with U-shape

Pattern 2: Buildings with L-shape

Pattern 3: Buildings with O-shape

Pattern 4: Groups of buildings

Pattern 5: Buildings with the same cover

Pattern 6: Buildings with campus boundaries

Pattern 7: Buildings with playgrounds or sport courts