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Designs on education
A well-established joinery company has introduced a brand new division, specifically to cater for the needs of our country’s schools for more classroom space and resources
THE RECENT BABY boom is making schools and local authorities sit up and think about additional facilities to enable them to increase their intake to keep up with demand. With more than 90 years’ experience, Scots
TOP: double and single classrooms from Scotts of Thrapston
of Thrapston has launched a core range of single and double classrooms designed to increase classroom capacity quickly and in a hassle-free way, with bespoke buildings also available. The new range of carefully designed
structures are a far cry from the bland, inadequate demountable buildings crudely erected throughout the last few decades. “We believe that the ideal learning environment
begins with a building that inspires and motivates by its architectural form,” explained Scots of Thrapston’s business development manager, Philip Goldstone. “To achieve their full potential, pupils need to feel comfortable in their environment and be able to access educational resources effectively and safely.” Philip says that all aspects of design have
been considered in the Scots of Thrapston range, including acoustics, which research has proven to have a profound impact on both children’s learning and staff performance. All other aspects of comfort have been thought out, including light, ventilation and temperature. Philip added: “The right amount of light, both
artificial and natural, is crucial. We advise on door and window positions based on a building’s orientation – avoiding light from south-facing walls which can result in uncomfortable solar gain in summer and western aspects can lead
to unpleasant glare on winter afternoons.” Scots’ education buildings also place a
strong emphasis on space with high ceilings to provide a feeling of spaciousness, seting them apart from alternative structures. Northamptonshire-based Scots can advise
on internal furnishings, room arrangement and layouts to optimise the space, while making sure the building fits in seamlessly with its surroundings and exceeds energy efficiency targets. Additional features which can be added to the classrooms include lobbies, cloakrooms, washrooms and stores. “The beauty of Scots’ education buildings is that
they can be completely tailored to suit the proposed seting and will be designed to meet the end user’s specification precisely,” said Philip. “Whether there are special needs requirements, accessibility issues or existing structures to take into consideration, our dedicated team will work with the education provider to ensure all needs are met, resulting in a sustainable, cost-effective and maintenance-free solution.” An expert team will take on the entire project,
including design, construction and landscaping, followed by a thorough aftercare service. A finished building that will stand the test of time will be ready for use within five months of the initial enquiry. Scots of Thrapston also manufactures equestrian
buildings, pavilions and specialist timber products such as summerhouses and garages. B4E
For further information or to request a free, no-obligation consultation visit
www.scotsofthrapston.co.uk or call Philip Goldstone on 01832 732366.
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