REFURBISHMENT
The Oak School (SEN)
Client | Harvest Property Group
Location | Atherstone
Timing | 15 Weeks
Project Overview
Sloane Curtis successfully delivered the high-quality refurbishment of The Oak School, over a 15-week programme.
The internal works included a full redecoration of the school. Various new floor coverings were installed throughout the building. The existing Key Stage 2 sanitaryware was replaced with Key Stage 1 sanitaryware, and additional accessible toilets were created. The tool room was fitted with new flooring and units. New air conditioning was installed in parts of the school. New doors were fitted, incorporating power points for Paxton access, new controls and specialist ironmongery (including finger guards to ensure complete safeguarding). New partitions were also installed to subdivide open-plan areas to create classrooms and the Dado system was completely rewired to facilitate the installation of interactive whiteboards and other specialist IT equipment.
The external works included major repairs to parts of the roof, together with upgrades to the existing perimeter fencing, replacing standard fencing with anti-climb fencing. The car parks underwent tarmac repairs and white lining, while external groundworks were completed to install new pathways and lighting around the school grounds.
Scope of Work
New flooring, new sanitaryware, new units in classrooms, aircon installation, new doors (with Powerpoints for Paxton access & new specialist ironmongery), new partitions, subdivision, Dado re-wire, roof repairs, anti-climb fencing, car park & groundworks.
Challenge
As an SEN school, the project had to meet strict OFSTED requirements, including all necessary certifications and safeguarding measures ahead of the scheduled inspection. Additionally, parts of the building were listed and subject to heritage guidelines, requiring careful consideration throughout the works.
Solution
We carefully coordinated the programme to ensure all requirements were completed on time and ahead of the inspection. Close collaboration with English Heritage contractors ensured the building’s architectural integrity and authenticity were preserved while accommodating the specific needs of the SEN school.
Outcome
The completed project has enhanced the school’s facilities, providing students with safe, high-quality spaces suited to their needs.
The works were delivered within budget, with practical completion and handover achieved on schedule and no accidents recorded throughout the project.
The successful delivery of The Oak School strengthened our relationship with the client and led to a further school project in Bristol. This ongoing work demonstrates that we are continuing to build a strong presence in the education sector.
