Little Royal Academy Website Development Proposal
Domain: www.littleroyalacademy.co.za
Software: WordPress
Website Development
In this proposal, we provide detailed information on how we can create a website that aligns with your goals outlined in the brief.
To proceed with the project, we kindly request that you supply all content, including wording for different sections, and high-resolution images. If you require a photographer and/or copywriter, please note that additional fees will apply. Alternatively, you have the option to provide all content and images yourself. Please let us know your preferred approach.
We can assist you with our hosting service, along with comprehensive website management. We highly recommend this option as it enables us to keep your site and plugins up-to-date, comply with government policies such as the recent POPIA ACT, and update the site’s terms of use accordingly. Additionally, if you encounter any email issues, you can directly contact us instead of a call centre, ensuring a streamlined web-related experience with a single point of contact.
Below, we have outlined our research findings and proposed options for your consideration.
Please let us know if you have any questions.
Project Requirements
The website requirements are as follows: CLIENT OBJECTIVES A professional approach in design, specific content from current site to be pulled across - this will need to be advised by yourself. Additional elements: Copywriting Brand Guide (entry-level) Based on these objectives, we have crafted a tailored proposal to help you achieve your goals effectively.
CONTENT INTEGRATION FOR YOUR WEBSITE
Seamless Integration of Supplied Website Content
CURATING ENGAGING VISUALS FOR YOUR WEBSITE
We will carefully select and incorporate generic images that align with your website's goals and resonate with your target audience. These images will enhance the visual appeal of your website. Please note that if you have specific image requirements, such as images of particular products/services, there may be additional fees associated with sourcing those specific images. Our aim is to create a visually compelling website that effectively communicates your brand message.
RESPONSIVENESS
Ensuring a visually appealing website across different devices is our priority. We will optimise the design to look great on various screen sizes. While each view may not be identical, we will fine-tune the appearance to enhance the website's visual appeal for each specific viewpoint.
SPEED OPTIMISATION
We are committed to delivering a website with optimal speed and quick loading times. As part of our development process, we will carefully optimize all the supplied images and graphics to ensure efficient performance. By implementing various optimization techniques, we will enhance the website's speed and loading capabilities, providing a seamless browsing experience for your visitors.
SEARCH ENGINE OPTIMISATION
We'll optimise your website to meet SEO standards, including basic on-page SEO.
G4 ANALYTICS AND VERIFICATIONS
We'll connect your site to Google G4 analytics and add required verifications upon launch. Please provide all verifications other than Google Analytics before launch to avoid additional fees.
DEVELOPMENT TWEAKS FOR 30 DAYS FROM SIGN – OFF
We'll provide ongoing support, updates, and tweaks to your website for up to 30 days after the launch.
BLOG + INTEGRATION
Up to 5 categories: It does not include creating the content and keeping them updated. This will be pulled from your current site or you will supply 1 post per category for us to load when developing the site.
COPYWRITING
An additional fee will apply if you require this service, and it is not included in the current quote. Alternatively, if you choose not to opt for this service, you will be responsible for providing the text content. Copy questionnaire, in-depth strategy session, SWOT analysis, competitor research, the copywriting and 2 revisions.
PHOTOGRAPHY
An additional fee will apply if you require the photography service, and it is not included in the current quote. The cost of the photography service will depend on your location and the specific type of images you require. Please provide us with these details so that we can provide you with an accurate quote.
Our Solution
3-page website + Blog Homepage/Landing Page with mission statement + general contact form Pre-School Sector (with contact form and email subject line) Primary-School Sector (with contact form and email subject line) Link incorporated to application (this must be supplied) - as a tab
3 PAGE WEBSITE
Homepage / Pre-School / Primary School
BLOG
Up to 5 blog categories (content supplied) We suggest: 1. Educational Resources: Share posts related to educational materials, teaching tools, and learning activities that parents and teachers can use to enhance children's learning experience. 2. Parenting Tips: Provide useful advice and tips for parents on topics like fostering early childhood development, effective communication with children, and promoting a positive learning environment at home. 3. Classroom Activities: Highlight engaging classroom activities, projects, and crafts that encourage creativity, critical thinking, and problem-solving skills in young children. 4. Health and Nutrition: Offer insights into maintaining a healthy lifestyle for young children, including nutritious meal ideas, exercise routines, and tips for promoting overall well-being. 5. School Events and Updates: Keep parents informed about school events, field trips, important dates, and any updates related to the school's curriculum or policies.
PROPOSED PROJECT TASKS
1. Development of the website according to the specifications outlined above. 2. Ensuring the website's responsiveness across all devices for a seamless user experience. 3. Implementing basic on-page SEO elements such as meta-tags, titles, and alt tags to improve search engine visibility. 4. Installing Google G4 analytics and submitting the website to the Google Search Console for comprehensive data tracking. 5. Implementing a robust security plugin and backup system to safeguard your website from potential threats and ensure regular backups. 6. Should you require, we will create custom video tutorials that will guide you through updating your website so you can make changes to the content whenever you want. These will sit inside the backend of your website so they are always available to you. Please ensure to request this during the project timeline. 7. Prioritising speed and optimisation throughout the development process, aiming to optimize the website's performance based on the provided designs.
ADDITIONAL OPTIONS
HOSTING - We can provide hosting at R199 per month and domain registration at R150 per annum (.co.za) and R250 per annum (.com) per domain.
RELEVANT EXAMPLES FROM OUR PORTFOLIO
https://www.amolacom.co.za/ https://southbroomestateagency.co.za/ https://south-coast-online.com/ Others can be viewed: https://innovativemarketing.co.za/what-we-do/web-design/
Next Steps and Project Timeline
This proposed solution and pricing are available until 31/08/2023. To proceed with the project, please follow these steps: ● Acceptance: Review the proposal and indicate your acceptance of the entire proposal, specific portions, or request revisions to specific sections. ● Finalisation: Complete our account application form and sign the contract to finalise the agreement. ● Initial Payment: Submit an initial payment of 25% of the project fee to initiate the project. ● Content Preparation: Begin preparing all website content and ensure it is sent no later than five working days prior to our agreed start date. Please note the following: ● Start Date: The exact start date will be determined upon receipt of the signed contract and initial payment. We will do our best to accommodate any schedule changes and begin the project promptly. ● Project Timeline: The estimated project timeline is 4 to 6 weeks. Throughout the development process, we will provide updates and share links to view and provide feedback on the progress.
Estimated Timeline:
4-6 Weeks
Pricing and payment
The total cost for the development of your website, excluding copywriting, photography, and domain hosting, amounts to R9,596.00 (excluding the brand guide which is invoiced as it's own project and must be completed before the website development commencement date). This amount can be paid in three instalments as outlined below: 1. Booking: 25% of the project cost 2. Deposit: 50% of the project cost 3. Balance: 25% of the project cost Additionally, if you choose to have us host your website, there are recurring fees involved. These fees are as follows: Domain Registration: R150 per annum for a .co.za domain and R250 per annum for a .com domain. Monthly Hosting Fee: R199 per month, which covers the availability of your website on our hosting server.
Total: 11245
Approve Proposal
If you would like to join us and become a client then we’d be delighted to have you.
This proposal doesn’t serve as a binding contract between us. Once the initial invoice has been paid and the contract has been signed, elements must be sent no later than one week before the scheduled start date. This is to make sure that the project goes as smoothly as possible. All communication during the project will take place via email. It is incredibly important that the project moves along smoothly, so please be prepared to respond and supply feedback in a timely manner. If we encounter communication dilemas, the project is subject to be terminated without refund.