en.Wedoany.com Reported - UK industrialized building company Reds10 has recently been appointed by the Department for Education to advance the school building project at Hinckley School in Leicestershire, constructing a new STEAM teaching facility. With a total investment of £22.5 million, the project will replace four existing teaching buildings in two phases, creating a three-story, 103-module facility covering 3,610 square meters.
The facility will provide specialist and general teaching spaces including science laboratories, IT suites, engineering workshops, classrooms, and food technology kitchens. The project adopts Reds10's volumetric modular construction method, with approximately 87% of building components prefabricated at its manufacturing facility in Driffield, East Yorkshire. Factory production is scheduled to start later in 2026, with modules set to be transported to the site for installation from June 2027, and the facility officially opening in 2028. This school building model can reduce disruption to school operations.
In terms of sustainability design, the new building aims to achieve operational net-zero carbon emissions, featuring a bio-solar green roof equipped with photovoltaic panels to offset energy consumption. External works include hard and soft landscaping, creating outdoor social and learning spaces for students.
The school building project is being delivered in partnership with Hinckley and Bosworth Borough Council, Hinckley School, Gleeds, Sense of Space, and The Futures Trust.
Richard Abrams, Reds10's Framework Delivery Director, said: "Being appointed by the Department for Education to deliver this STEAM building is a significant milestone for Reds10, cementing our track record of delivering the highest quality education projects across the UK. We look forward to collaborating with all partners to create a building that reflects the school's ambitions, inspires students, and supports innovative teaching for decades to come."
Kate Grunewald, Head of Hinckley School, said: "This investment marks a transformational point in our school's building journey. Our new building will provide inspirational spaces that embody our 'students first' ethos and support our ambition to offer exceptional opportunities for every learner. We are delighted to work with our partners to turn this vision into reality, creating an environment where students can thrive for many years to come."
A Department for Education spokesperson said: "The new STEAM facility at Hinckley School will provide modern, high-quality spaces including science laboratories, IT suites, engineering workshops, classrooms, and food technology kitchens, supporting excellent teaching and inspiring students for years to come. We are pleased to work with Reds10 to deliver a building that reflects our commitment to world-class education and sustainable design."
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