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Practice Sector

Education

Drawing on our established experience in the education sector, we deliver thoughtful and practical solutions at every stage - from master planning and feasibility studies to the refurbishment, reorganisation, and design of new learning spaces that inspire students and staff alike.

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We take a collaborative and purposeful approach to every education project. By understanding your priorities from the outset, we create designs that support teaching, learning and long-term growth.

Our Expertise

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Masterplanning and strategic estate development

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Feasibility studies and option appraisals

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Refurbishment, reorganisation and space optimisation

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New-build design and extensions

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Conservation and heritage-sensitive solutions for historic school buildings

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Full BIM-enabled design coordination and visualisation

Recent Education projects
Dining Hall Extension
Dining Hall Extension
ADT Refurbishment
ADT Refurbishment
Mathematics Building Refurbishment
Mathematics Building Refurbishment
Music Centre
Music Centre

Plan of Work

The RIBA Plan of Work breaks building projects into 8 stages, from briefing and design through to construction, operation and use. The Small Project version streamlines these tasks to help clients and architects work more closely. It’s designed to be used alongside the full 2013 Plan, with non-essential tasks removed for simplicity.

Strategic Definition

Identify client’s Business Case and Strategic Brief and other core project requirements.

Preparation and Brief

Develop Project Objectives, Project Outcomes, Sustainability Aspirations, Project Budget, other parameters or constraints and develop Initial Project Brief. Undertake Feasibility Studies and review of Site Information.

Concept Design

Prepare Concept Design, including outline proposals for structural design, building services systems, outline specifications and preliminary Cost Information along with relevant Project Strategies in accordance with Design Programme. Agree alterations to brief and issue Final Project Brief.

Developed Design

Prepare Developed Design, including coordinated and updated proposals for structural design, building services systems, outline specifications, Cost Information and Project Strategies in accordance with Design Programme.

Technical Design

Prepare Technical Design in accordance with Project Strategies to include all architectural, structural and building services information, specialist subcontractor design and specifications, in accordance with Design Programme.

Construction

Offsite manufacturing and onsite Construction in accordance with the Construction Programme and resolution of Design Queries from site as they arise.

Handover and Closeout

Handover of building and conclusion of Building Contract.

In Use

Undertake In Use services in accordance with Schedule of Services.

FAQs

Absolutely. Many of our education projects involve reconfiguring or extending existing buildings to maximise usable space and improve energy performance. We’re experienced in working within live school or campus environments, carefully phasing works to minimise disruption to staff and students.

Every education project starts with understanding how spaces are actually used — from classroom flow to social and breakout areas. We work closely with teaching staff, estates teams, and students to create environments that support modern learning, wellbeing, and inclusivity. Our designs combine functionality and flexibility to make sure buildings evolve with changing needs and technologies.

Yes. We provide full technical and strategic support from project inception, including site appraisals, capacity studies, and costed feasibility reports. Our team is experienced in preparing supporting documentation for Condition Improvement Fund (CIF), ESFA, and Local Authority funding bids. We can supply visualisations, area schedules, and compliance matrices to strengthen the technical case and ensure alignment with the relevant guidance frameworks.