S/Oct 2024 • £8 also in this issue: ebf, 12-13 Nov – book now! Join us at the Belfry – Top speakers. Top delegates. Top event Acoustics Correct sound insulation solutions can help in educational settings Fire safety Firefighting system resolves complex needs of a remote private school also in this issue - hee magazine: Site relationships Pick Everard discusses the need for relationships built on trust Door furniture Bespoke package was a key part of a project to rebuild University Station in Birmingham Student heating How utility bills have fallen in student accommodation in Leeds Community building Architect MCW has created a new cluster of social spaces at the heart of St John’s College, Cambridge
educationdab.co.uk 3 New path for education but where will it lead? VAT, we now know, will be applied to school fees from the start of next term. Full details of Labour’s intentions will be unveiled in the Budget on October 30. What impact it will have across the education sector – both private and state – will only reveal itself over the coming months and years, but it’s rare to find an expert commentator who can see anything but massive and damaging disruption to Britain’s education system. Parents who send their children to private SEND schools and are not eligible for financial support will be amongst those most affected: their anguish is easy to imagine, and it’s to be hoped that some way of supporting them financially can be found even at this late hour. Similarly, armed forces families serving overseas will be hoping for continuing support for their boarding offspring. For parents forced to withdraw from private education, the battle to secure their place at a good state school is intensifying. As we have written before, already over-sized classes will have to take on new pupils and the pressure on resources in the state sector will soon reach boiling point. Amidst the gloom, Courteney Donaldson, Managing Director – Childcare & Education – Christie & Co, observes a few interesting developments in private school ownership which may help to strengthen that sector. “The impact of these changes will vary between schools; large prestigious schools are likely to fare significantly better than some smaller provincial schools, as are schools serving large ECEC (early child education and care) cohorts and those supporting children with ECHPs (education health and care plans). Looking ahead and in terms of market predictions in the short to medium term, schools that close may lead to increased opportunities for other local schools to take in pupils and staff, which will aid their financial sustainability.” Donaldson also notes that where schools do close, “we would not anticipate any shortage of buyers, especially for schools that own land and buildings held on unencumbered freeholds. Despite this seismic event, buyer appetite remains. While change can be potentially daunting, change can also bring new, strategic opportunities and for these reasons we expect to see continued interest from established buyers and new entrants alike.” Back in the state sector, the other major problem facing Education Secretary Bridget Phillipson, and her colleague Chancellor Rachel Reeves, is the accelerating deterioration in the physical condition of the nation’s schools. Tackling RAAC has placed extra strain on the DfE’s infrastructure budget. New funding is urgently required. October 30 will reveal what priority Labour really puts on education. Cantab conviviality Cambridge-based architects MCW has created a new cluster of social spaces at the heart of St John’s College, Cambridge, transforming a 500-year-old tradition of community dining on the site in line with contemporary tastes. Story page p26-p27 Image: RichardFraser Editor Andrew Pring Sales director Julian Walter Production Nicola Cann Design Sandra Cid Managing director Toby Filby The publishers do not necessarily agree with views expressed by contributors and cannot accept responsibility for claims made by manufacturers and authors, nor do they accept any responsibility for any errors in the subject matter of this publication. Publishers Stable Publishing Limited, SBC House, Restmor Way, Wallington, Surrey SM6 7AH, England. t. 020 8288 1080 f. 020 8288 1099 e. [email protected] Andrew Pring Editor [email protected]
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educationdab.co.uk 5 educationdab.co.uk contents S/Oct 2024 6Ashe Construction has been awarded a £12m design & build contract to construct an extension at Bedford Academy for Bedford Borough Council. The building will be highly efficient and has been designed to be Net Zero Carbon in operation. 8 Analysis When Hope Learning Trust and Sentamu Academy Learning Trust (SALT) merged to become Hope Sentamu Learning Trust, risk management was at the heart of the merger’s success. Learn the lessons here. 10 Design Solutions Simon Smith, Managing Director of Nu Construction, explains the complexities of construction projects for education, using the three science laboratories Nu built at Cockburn School in Leeds as an example of what needs to be considered. 12 Event Preview - ebf Join us at the Belfry for Stable Event’s education building forum, on 12-13 November. Top speakers. Top delegates. Top event. 18 Acoustics All the issues around noise in educational settings, the regulatory requirements and how the correct sound insulation solutions can help. 20 Safety A firefighting system from water management specialists Graf UK, comprising four 52,000-litre tanks, was recently specified for the complex needs of a remote private school in the Cotswolds. Image: GSS Architecture
McAvoy helps tackle RAAC at Bromfords School in Essex OFFSITE manufacturer McAvoy has recently delivered a new temporary classroom facility at The Bromfords Secondary School in Wickford, Essex, which was awarded through the Offsite Construction Solutions framework. It marks the latest in a series of projects aimed at addressing emergency school closures due to the prevalence of Reinforced Autoclaved Aerated Concrete (RAAC). Using advanced offsite manufacturing capabilities and featuring its innovative temporary SmartClass® solution, McAvoy delivered a comprehensive solution to meet the school's urgent need for classroom space. Within eight weeks, the temporary classroom facility was installed and handed over, offering a sustainable, adaptable, and safe environment for students and staff. McAvoy manufactured 42 SmartClass® modules at its 70,000 sqft, state-of-theart manufacturing facility, with a significant proportion of the work being completed offsite. All 42 modules were installed over the course of five days. The two-storey facility, comprising six classrooms, two offices, shower and changing rooms and WCs on the ground floor, along with an additional eight classrooms and three offices on the second floor, was designed to meet the educational needs of the students and staff. In addition to The Bromfords School project, McAvoy has recently delivered similar temporary SmartClass® solutions at educational settings across the UK, including Kingsdown School in Westcliffon-Sea, Essex, Parks Primary School in Leicester, and Hockley Primary School in Essex. These projects, commissioned by the Department for Education, were instrumental in providing interim accommodation for staff and students during emergency closures due to RAAC. 6 educationdab.co.uk news ASHE Construction has been awarded a £12m design & build contract to construct an extension at Bedford Academy for Bedford Borough Council. The 60-week project will see 16 stateof-the-art classrooms constructed along with changing rooms, dining area and community café. The building will be highly efficient and has been designed to be Net Zero Carbon in Operation. Located on Mile Road in the town, there are currently 1,350 pupils on the role and the new facilities will accommodate 300 new pupils as part of phased growth to 1800 pupils by 2029, making it one of the largest secondary schools in Bedford. The extension, designed by GSS Architecture, will provide multi-use spaces making it extremely versatile so it can be used as a community hub outside of school learning hours. The two-storey extension will be Net Zero Carbon in Operation and the building materials will be carefully selected to give a modern and contemporary feel. Products chosen will be simple, yet robust and be low maintenance over the life of the building. The building will operate to high efficiency levels and U Values must be stringent with no heat loss through the façade of the building. Ashe will use a special product to coat both sides of the external walls, to provide the airtightness required for Net Zero Carbon in Operation standards. The school will be powered by photo voltaic panels installed on the roof to create as much renewable energy as possible, and air source heat pumps will generate the energy for heating. To create a comfortable environment in classrooms, mechanical ventilation with heat recovery units will be installed in ceiling voids which will be attached to louvres in the façade to enable air to flow in and out. Heat from the air source heat pumps will be recovered and used to warm the returning air in the colder months. In the summer there will be a night purge of hot air through windows to allow excess heat created during the day to be released, all to make the ideal environment for learning. Pick Everard is project managing the scheme, which is expected to be completed in August 2025 in time for the new school year. Ashe appointed for £12m eco school extension in Bedford Image: GSS Architecture
educationdab.co.uk 7 news BOUYGUES UK has been appointed as lead contractor to build a new secondary school for the Department of Education in Grove, Oxfordshire. St John’s Academy, a £28.2m project for Vale Academy Trust, will be built alongside the already completed primary school in Grove on the Wellington Gate Development, and will be the first all-through school in the local area, teaching around 600 pupils. As part of its commitment to both education and sustainability, Bouygues UK will use sustainable, low carbon materials as part of the build, including a crosslaminated timber frame. It will use an enhanced quality construction approach through consistent off-site manufacturing, to reduce waste and defects. The twostorey building will feature a green roof with photovoltaic panels. The grass playing fields and MUGA will also have extensive SUDs (sustainable draining systems) featuring attenuation, swales and porous parking areas. The buildings will also be clad in brickwork and timber panelling with feature aluminium framed entrances. John Boughton, Bouygues UK’s Managing Director for Wales and the South West, said the project is a significant one for the Bouygues UK team, which is committed to building sustainable, low carbon schools. John said: “Bouygues UK is dedicated to building low carbon, energy-efficient structures with sustainability at the centre and we’re so pleased to be building St John’s Academy CE. Local communities are also at the heart of construction projects like these, and our St John’s Academy CE project will also use locally sourced labour and materials to build a fantastic school for children in Grove.” Rick Holroyd, Executive Headteacher at St John’s academy said: “‘We are delighted to be working in partnership with Bouygues UK on the design and build of this amazing school building, which will sit at the heart of the emerging Wellington Gate community.” Bouygues UK to build academy school in Oxfordshire ANEW specialist school for pupils with Social, Emotional, and Mental Health (SEMH) needs has completed in Shepshed, Leicestershire, offering facilities for students aged 4-16 from September 2024. Bowman Academy, which is situated on the former site of St Botolph’s Primary School, located to the east of Shepshed on Loughborough Road, will see pupils benefit from a range of facilities to suit their needs. This includes classroom suites with vinyl areas to support practical learning, a sensory “dark room”, practical teaching spaces including a domestic kitchen, a library, a calming room, and a main hall with a demountable stage. The new school has space for 64 pupils, with facilities for 16 primary-aged children across two ground floor classrooms, with the remaining 48 secondary-aged pupils split across two ground floor classrooms, and a further four on the first floor. The first floor also has an additional three classrooms for practical uses. Multi-disciplinary consultancy Pick Everard was behind the scheme, providing architectural services for main contractor Bowmer + Kirkland, which was procured by the Department for Education (DfE) under the Modern Methods of Construction (MMC1) framework. Joe West, associate at Pick Everard, said: “Working on SEND schools is always a privilege, with unique design applications and special consideration for the needs of a diverse range of learning. Creating an environment that is both functional and comfortable for pupils was central to the aims of the project, which should in turn aid the school in attracting and retaining students in the area. “The construction technique employed on this project was a fully offsite solution, so thorough sequencing and planning was paramount to ensure all materials were delivered safely and successfully, as well as meeting the highest standards. We’re delighted to have worked alongside Bowmer + Kirkland once again to deliver this fantastic academy for pupils in the area with SEMH needs.” Work completes on new SEND school in Leicestershire
The vital role of a risk management system WHEN Hope Learning Trust and Sentamu Academy Learning Trust (SALT) merged to become Hope Sentamu Learning Trust in 2021, the move was much anticipated by the local community. Serving York, Hull, Selby and Scarborough, the new trust comprised 14 primary, secondary and alternative provision academies, each committing to make sure every student flourishes under its care. To be successful, every new merger must ensure adequate processes are in place. A trust must scale up to suit the growing number of pupils and staff, without sacrificing the standards they’re known for - but centralising essential back-office functions, such as risk management, is no easy task. The trust wasn’t new to managing its risks digitally and a legacy system was already in place. Conscious of the fastmoving nature of regulations and compliance, while preparing for growth, the trust looked elsewhere to find a solution that offered flexibility, rather than a rigid tool that was no longer fitfor-purpose. Karen Forrester, Trust Operations Manager at Hope Sentamu Learning Trust said: “We wanted a provider that we could work in partnership with to customise the product to suit our specific needs – making sure it is absolutely fit to do what we need it to. It was important to us to uphold the highest standards of care from the very first day we relaunched as a newly formed MAT, so we were prepared to spend time assessing each option before deciding which solution to use.” Discussions were held for more than a year before going live with Sypro’s Risk Manager system in March 2022. To implement the software, Risk Manager was first rolled out at one school within the trust. The exemplar school remained in close collaboration with Sypro’s support team to ensure any issues were quickly raised, while best practice techniques could be established – and no bad habits could form either. Following a successful initial period of use, the system was then confidently rolled out across the entire 14-strong estate over the course of six months. Now, 124 users across the trust utilise Risk Manager. Josh Mitchell, lead for Sypro Risk Manager, said: “Being able to monitor and manage levels of risk and compliance is crucial for every school of any size, yet this comes with added complexity for growing trusts – especially during the initial stages. “Relying on paperwork or unintuitive systems simply won’t offer the level of assurance nor compliance that’s needed in today’s educational landscape, with regulations and requirements changing every day. Hope Sentamu Learning Trust understood this from the start and by engaging in detailed conversations, we’ve also been able to understand more about the sector we serve, guiding the development of our products.” The Trust selected five modules to meet their requirements. These include Risk Register, enabling a centralised view of risk across the trust, while add-ons such as Accidents & Incidents, Supply Chain and Contracts & Agreements help to manage large paper trails and store essential documents. The Maintenance module, which is used to allocate and manage maintenance across each site, has had over 3,000 reactive jobs registered. More than 250 statutory compliance checks have been managed using the Compliance Checks tool, with a transparent audit trail and dashboard to quickly view the status of each one. Forrester added: “The software has undoubtedly helped to ensure compliance is upheld across the Trust. It acts as a central body for all trust compliance documents and has reduced paperwork for our teams at every site. We’re able to see a centralised view of all areas regarding compliance and contracts, helping us to make decisions based on data and to plan for the future.” www.sypro.co.uk 8 educationdab.co.uk analysis
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THE majority of construction work undertaken in the education sector is not about building new schools but extending and redeveloping existing facilities. One word that sums up developing projects in this sector is ‘constraint’. Firstly, with limited funding available within the education sector, many developments are run on tight budgets, which can have implications on the design, types of materials used, not to mention the speed at which undertakings can be completed. Speed is also an issue because educational establishments rarely have the luxury of being able to close down part of the site for long periods to undertake building work. Specialist areas, like science labs, technology classrooms, sports halls and dining rooms, for instance, are required throughout the entire academic year. This means that work often needs to be completed during holidays, with major projects frequently requested during the longer summer breaks. Deadlines can therefore usually be very strict. For projects that do go ahead during term time, another constraint is safeguarding. School safeguarding, which is inspected by Ofsted, means any work needs to be fully risk assessed and safety measures put in place to prevent students or staff from coming to harm. Areas may need to be sealed off, vehicle access limited to specific times and hazardous materials stored securely. Rigorous vetting, via enhanced DBS checks, is also required for construction employees working unsupervised by school staff during school hours. Furthermore, any work that is carried out during the school day must be done quietly and in a way that does not disrupt lessons or exams. Invariably, this means that some term-time work must be undertaken outside of school hours or over weekends. Many education-related projects also come with inherited issues that can complicate otherwise straightforward builds. Thousands of schools built or refurbished between the end of World War II and 1975 contain asbestos, while those built between the 1950s and 1990s may contain reinforced autoclaved aerated concrete (Raac). Construction companies also need to be mindful of the needs of educational establishments. Not only do new and refurbished buildings need to last decades of heavy use; they must be futureproofed to adapt to new uses, technologies and curricular demands while complying with building regulations and planning permission. An example that highlights the challenges was the extension and renovation of three science laboratories at Cockburn School in Leeds. To provide the school’s pupils with state-of-the-art facilities, two new extensions were erected at each side of the existing laboratories, together with additional refurbishments to modernise the original labs. Besides the construction of the steel framed and rendered blockwork extensions, extensive drainage modifications were also required to accommodate the new structure – a task that posed a number 10 educationdab.co.uk design solutions Simon Smith, Managing Director of Nu Construction, explains the complexities of construction projects for education and the benefits of working with a trusted specialist in the sector Learning, but not the hard way
of logistical challenges. Internally, the works included the conversion of an existing classroom, together with the sub-division of the original laboratories to ensure they were carefully coordinated with the new lab extension. Undertaken by Nu Construction, the 28-week project meant part of the work had to be completed during term time, which required the company to make the site safe for students and staff, while ensuring safeguarding requirements were strictly met. Risk assessments took into account the educational environment in which the works were to take place and surveys of the existing building fabric were done to ensure hazardous materials like asbestos or RAAC were not present. The Nu Construction team also regularly liaised with the school’s leadership team, to meticulously plan and execute the project in phases, to minimise any disruption to the school’s ongoing activities and hit the deadline. Completed inside the 28-week contract period and within budget, the extended and renovated science labs now offer Cockburn school students and staff a spacious, well-equipped environment for scientific experiments and learning. With many years’ experience working in the education sector, a specialist construction contractor is ideally placed to overcome the challenges working in the sector brings. They will be fully aware of the inherent problems with refurbishing older school buildings and the high-standard as well as modern facilities today’s education establishments require. They will also understand the needs of schools, colleges and universities with regard to avoiding disruption, ensuring site safety and following safeguarding regulations. Essentially a company with many years’ experience in the sector will not only have specialist knowledge, but experienced teams and the necessary equipment to complete the work within the given timescales and budget. www.nuconstruction.co.uk educationdab.co.uk 11 design solutions
Join us at The Belfry for the latest industry insights STABLE Events’ education building forum is approaching fast – so do put November 12 and 13 in your diary and get in touch as soon as possible to book your place at this popular mustattend gathering. We’re revisiting one of our favourite venues, The Belfry Hotel & Resort, home of the iconic golf course, and set in beautifully scenic countryside. There we’ll be discussing all the latest industry issues and facilitating meetings between like-minded professionals who can help each other do business more smoothly and efficiently. The speaker sessions at the education building forum are designed to explore current sector trends and challenges whilst sharing knowledge and sparking conversations as to what is the future of construction within education. The theme of this forum is “The Evolution of Education Building Design”. • The increasing risk of structural failure • Making mainstream schools inclusive for all • Delays to SEND schools • Cutting costs and carbon footprints • Rethinking early year design. We’re always keen to offer the broadest range of views and topics, so if you’re interested in being one of our speakers in November, please do get in touch with Georgie Smith, Delegate Relations Manager (contact details below) to discuss the opportunity. As well as engaging with presenters in a relaxed setting, delegates at the education building forum can network extensively with their peers. Attending will be education estates and facilities professionals in the schools and universities sectors, architects, consultants, contractors, project managers and M&E specialists plus a wide range of key suppliers from across the education spectrum. Held over one and half days in this fabulous setting, the schedule of seminars and oneon-one business meetings is complemented by an extensive social programme including an informal gala dinner on the 12th. What’s included: As a complimentary project delegate your place includes extensive networking with peers and potential business partners, 1-1 meetings with innovative suppliers of your choice and hearing from expert speakers during our seminar sessions. Additionally, we provide 1-2 nights’ accommodation, all your meals and refreshments, exclusive project delegate drinks reception and a delicious three course meal and entertainment at our gala dinner. Contact Details: Project Delegates and Speakers: [email protected] Suppliers: [email protected] Alternatively, call 0208 288 1080. www.eb-forum.co.uk What: The education building forum 2024 When: 12-13 November Where: The Belfry Hotel & Resort Web: www.eb-forum.co.uk 12 educationdab.co.uk event preview A hole-in-one networking event! For the golfers in our community the day before the event (November 11), we are also hosting a networking golf day and offering you the opportunity to play a round of golf on the prestigious Brabazon course.
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educationdab.co.uk 15 event preview EDUCATION Estates® is the annual event that brings together the education community: from policy makers and responsible bodies to specifiers and the supply chain. The event showcases the best educational projects over the last year - the concepts behind them, the expertise employed in creating them and the real-life experiences of learners using the space. Held in partnership with the Department for Education, Education Estates® is the UK’s leading learning environments event and the only event of its kind focussing on the funding, design, build, maintenance and management of schools, colleges and universities. Designing for learners requires a collaborative approach and a special skill set - the ability to balance functionality, technology, sustainability and inclusivity. This is the fundamental principle behind Education Estates®. •Learn: a 2-day conference over 7 themed stages •Explore: an exhibition showcasing some of the most innovative solutions around •Celebrate: an awards ceremony celebrating excellence in the sector Event Director of Education Estates®, James Lee, is excited for the upcoming event: “We’re just three weeks away from the biggest and best Education Estates® yet! Each stage is a conference in its own right, enabling delegates to focus 2 full days on 1 key area of interest or select sessions across all 7 stages and gain a broader understanding of the challenges and opportunities in the sector. The exhibition features all the main contractors, as well as architects, consultants, manufacturers and suppliers, who are specialised in education. Be part of the conversation – join us on 15-16 October!” The Education Estates® Awards sells out every year. The shortlist has been released and the winners will be announced on the night by popular comedian, Hugh Dennis. New for this year is the Education Estates® People’s Awards, recognising incredible talent and passion in education. Latest News Representatives from the Department for Education will once again be available throughout the event on the DfE stand (No. 121) at the Education Estates® exhibition. Over the course of the two days, you will hear about key strategies and policies, programme updates, priorities for 2025 and beyond and they will be sharing examples of best practice design and delivery. Sustainability remains one of the key themes and there will be a session dedicated to the Department for Education Sustainability Award finalists, as well as announcing the winner at the Education Estates® Awards. Speakers include •Stephen Morgan MP, Parliamentary Under-Secretary (Department for Education) •Jonathan Dewsbury, Director of Education Estates and Net Zero •Jane Balderstone, Director, Construction Delivery •Crawford Wright, Head of Architecture and Design: Schools and Colleges Attendance is FREE for the public sector*, including access to all 7 conference stages and the exhibition. Private sector attendees can register to attend the exhibition for free or book as a delegate for access to the conference. Education Estates® 2024 Sponsor Partners: Arcadis, AtkinsRéalis, Clevertronics, Galliford Try, iAM Compliant and TG Escapes modular eco-buildings. Register at: www:educationestates.com 7 Conference Stages | 150+ Exhibitors | 3000+ Attendees | 700 Awards Guests * This includes those directly employed in schools, colleges, universities, government and local authorities (including governors and independent schools). Join the National Conversation around the Education Estate!
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18 educationdab.co.uk interiors The acoustic performance of spaces used for learning is all-important. Akos Sandor, Acoustic Market Manager at SOPREMA, outlines the issues around noise in educational settings, the regulatory requirements and how the correct sound insulation solutions can help EFFECTIVE acoustic insulation in schools improves clarity of speech, reduces background noise, and enhances overall acoustic comfort significantly, impacting student concentration, understanding, comprehension and communication, directly. As Professor John Erdreich, Scientific Counsel in Acoustics said: “We would never teach reading in a classroom without lights. Why then would we teach in ‘acoustic darkness’? Speaking to a class, especially of younger children, in a room with poor acoustics, is akin to turning out the light.” Interestingly, there is a mounting body of evidence that shows the negative impact that noise pollution in schools can have on the development and academic performance of pupils. Highlighting the critical need for effective sound management solutions in schools. In the UK, the acoustic conditions for new and existing schools are controlled through Requirement E4 within Part E of the Building Regulations, the School Premises Regulations 2012 and Independent Schools Standards 2013. These apply differently depending on the type of building. For example, Part E does not cover standalone nursery buildings (those that are not part of a primary school), whereas the School Premises Regulations and Independent School Standards do. To comply with Part E, schools should achieve the acoustic performance standards outlined in Building Bulletin 93 (BB93), the guide for acoustic design published by the Department for Education. For each type of teaching and activity space within a school, BB93 sets limits for measures such as the level of ambient noise and reverberation times. While these are generally set at a relatively low level to ensure a comfortable environment, the permitted levels for more sensitive areas are lower. For example, teaching spaces designed for ‘students with special hearing and communication needs’ have a lower limit for both ambient noise and reverberation times. It is also worth noting that while these pieces of legislation do not apply to colleges and universities, the guidance laid out in BB93 provides a useful reference for acoustic best practice and many higher education facilities use BB93 as a design standard. Early engagement with acoustic design product experts ensures compliance with Building Regulations and acoustic standards, whilst balancing acoustic and aesthetic requirements all value engineered within budget, construction timeline and future maintenance constraints. Creating the ideal acoustic environment in educational settings involves a considered combination of soundproofing (sound insulation) and reverberation control. Both elements are crucial for a conducive learning atmosphere. Effective soundproofing, or sound insulation, is essential for reducing the transmission of noise through walls, ceilings and floors. A variety of products are available to create robust sound barriers using high-density materials that provide noise reduction solutions for classrooms, as well as thermic insulation. To protect against external noise and sound from neighbouring spaces, products that combine an acoustic membrane and insulation to provide a barrier against unwanted noise, while installing specialist solutions under the floor can reduce impact noise from pupils and staff footsteps. When it comes to managing reverberation, this involves absorbing and diffusing the sound waves to prevent uncontrolled reflection within the space. Acoustic panels can be installed on the walls and/or ceiling. These panels come in various shapes and sizes, not only serving an acoustic function but also adding to the aesthetic appeal of the room. Generally, they can be integrated with other interior design elements. To deliver truly successful school projects that optimise acoustic performance, partnering with a specialist supplier is a clear commitment to creating spaces where students and staff can thrive - transforming educational facilities into havens of learning, where every word is heard clearly, and every idea resonates. www.soprema.co.uk/en Effective acoustic insulation in education
THE ventilation specialist WindowMaster was recently involved with a landmark project at St Mary’s Catholic Voluntary Academy, Derby, a school reshaping the educational landscape as the UK’s first biophilic school, with the natural environment woven deep into the building’s DNA. The goal was simple: to create a healthy, happy, and productive learning environment using fresh air, natural daylight, and biophilia, whilst keeping CO2 as low as possible. With sustainable design at the heart of the project, carbon neutrality was a core objective, meaning energy consumption and emissions had to be kept to a minimum wherever possible. During an early discussion about the Academy’s intended utilities, its ventilation requirements were soon identified as an area where carbon and energy costs could be kept down. Understandably, traditional mechanical systems were ruled out due to higher operational emissions and maintenance requirements, also because their use would make meeting the required Net Zero outcome much harder. After consultation with lead contractor Cundall over a passive alternative, project architects Hawkins Brown settled on a Smart Windows Network, which automates the opening and closing of windows to regulate fresh air throughout a building’s interior. It was felt by all parties this choice would best guarantee maximum amounts of fresh air circulated within the building’s interiors, with lower CO2, less maintenance, and smaller energy bills. The combination of cutting-edge technology, high-quality components, and expert consultation played an integral part in installing/ integrating actuators & controls into this landmark project. The school design required 18nr ‘ventilation’ zones. This was achieved using 11nr networked control panels & 18nr intelligent CO2 & temperature sensors. Capable of monitoring the indoor CO2, temperature, and humidity, the sensors work by limiting window opening times, and keeping rooms comfortable all year round. This is made possible through NV Embedded® technology, a solution that can also provide seamless interface with building management systems. The controls network was then combined with WindowMaster’s smart actuators, a total of 90nr OEM WMX 823 models fitted into the façade’s VELFAC windows and 42 WMU 882 models installed on the high-level modular roof lights. These actuators offer millimetre precision when opening and closing windows, accurately modulating for precise airflow control. Beyond sustainability, WindowMaster’s systems also provide optimal indoor air quality and maximum climatic comfort within learning environments. Studies have shown the benefits of continuous, freshly oxygenated air in helping students to focus. Without removing stale air, pupils can become lethargic and are less likely to participate, which could impact their grades over time. The Smart Window Network at St Mary’s achieves this with minimal mechanical intervention, consistently bringing in fresh air and removing it simply through the management of natural air currents. The system works hand in hand with building management systems on site to maintain a constant pleasant temperature, again at a low carbon cost. And thanks to 5nr comfort control panels fitted throughout the site, staff could quickly customise classroom conditions, and keep their students as engaged as possible, by ensuring optimal ventilation dependent on internal/ external atmospheric conditions. www.windowmaster.com www.cundall.com www.hawkinsbrown.com educationdab.co.uk 19 interiors UK’s first biophilic school chooses natural ventilation systems
20 educationdab.co.uk exteriors Water tanks equip Kingham School for firefighting Afirefighting system from water management specialists Graf UK was recently specified for the complex needs of a remote private school in the Cotswolds. The Graf UK system, comprising four 52,000-litre tanks which are located in various locations at Kingham Hill School, near Chipping Norton, was selected for its cost-effectiveness, speed of installation, and low long-term maintenance costs. The independent day and boarding school for 11 to 18-year-olds was built in 1886 in 100 acres but due to its remote location has relied on a pumped water supply for the accommodation, rather than a mains supply. However, in terms of this being suitable for firefighting, its low pressure and volume really ruled it out, and the school’s main firefighting reserve was its 25m swimming pool and adjacent training pool. School bursar Catriona Thompson said: “Although the local fire services had been happy with the existing arrangements for many years, it was not the ideal solution and in conjunction with our insurers, we wished to find a better solution. The Graf system has provided an excellent solution to a fairly complex issue.” The school considered siting additional tanks and pumps at the bottom of the hill next to its pumping station (and its drinking water tanks) and then installing a ring main hydrant system around the site to meet the 90m requirement of BS 3251. Thompson added: “However, this proved to be cost prohibitive given the size of the site. Installing the Graf tanks was suggested by the contractor and met the requirements of the fire service and the insurers in a cost effective and time-beneficial manner. The longterm maintenance costs were also much reduced.” The four 52,000-litre Carat XXL tanks have been placed strategically around the site to comply with the 90m rule. Given the buildings are spread over a significant area, it took a bit of planning to get them in suitable locations distance-wise but also in locations that were aesthetically appropriate. The locations were selected by consulting engineers Foreman Roberts, on behalf of the school’s administrators, who had not used Graf UK systems before. Director Paul Stallard said: “Initially, a project was looked into that would provide a piped hydrant service but the costs were prohibitive, and then on the suggestion of the contractor BA Hull we investigated the Graf tanks as an alternative means of providing firefighting water supplies across the campus but for a much more cost effective pricing level. “This was about 50% of the cost of a piped hydrant service and was largely due to the remote location of the piped water supply so I expect the cost differential wouldn’t be that big on other projects where the water supply was closer.” BA Hull excavated the holes for the tanks, which were specifically designed to be lightweight but robust for firefighting, then lifted them in via a crane, and backfilled with shingle in phases while the tanks were being filled with water. Dan Collins of BA Hull said: “The alternative was to bring up a separate supply which would have needed separate tanks and generator backup, but this was the most feasible option to manage this project, to appease the fire brigade. “The contract went really smoothly. We have worked with Graf for some time now. All of our guys really like the products. They find them easy to install. They’re well designed and compared to other manufacturers, they’re built of sturdy material.” www.grafuk.co.uk www.foremanroberts.com www.bahull.com
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