Project Overview
Hookway Partnership LLP were appointed to support the redevelopment of teaching facilities at Ashcombe Primary School, following the identification of significant structural and condition issues within existing school buildings. The project involved the demolition of outdated accommodation and the construction of a new teaching block, providing modern, safe and fit-for-purpose learning environments for pupils and staff.
The Challenge
Condition surveys identified that parts of the existing school estate were no longer suitable for continued use, presenting risks to both safety and ongoing operation.
Key challenges included:
- Buildings that had reached the end of their serviceable life
- The need to replace teaching spaces without disrupting school operations
- Securing funding to enable delivery of the project
- Coordinating works within a live school environment
Our Approach
Hookway Partnership LLP provided full professional services across the project lifecycle, including:
- Initial condition surveys and feasibility development
- Support in securing funding through Urgent Capital Support
- Design coordination and technical specification
- Procurement and tender management
- Contract administration and site oversight
Scope of Works
The project delivered a new teaching block to replace outdated accommodation, including:
- Demolition and removal of existing structures
- Construction of new classroom facilities
- Associated external and service works
- Integration with the existing school environment
Project Outcome
The completed scheme has provided Ashcombe Primary School with modern, safe and high-quality teaching accommodation, supporting both current and future needs. By replacing life-expired buildings, the project has:
- Improved safety and compliance across the school estate
- Enhanced the quality of learning environments
- Secured long-term sustainability of the facilities
Hookway Partnership LLP successfully guided the project from initial condition concerns through to delivery, helping the school achieve a practical and future-focused solution.
