Featured Project:
Crabtree School, harpenden
Client: Ivy Learning Trust
Completion: Spring 2025
Project Type: Construction of a new dual classroom block with integrated toilets, replacing an outdated modular unit.
Project Overview
Crabtree Schools’ existing dual classroom had reached the end of its life and required replacement. A stakeholder meeting identified an opportunity to improve functionality and create a new revenue stream. The new toilet block includes external access to the playground and a lockable internal door, allowing the school to rent out the field for community events and generate income for the Trust.
Project Summary
Key Features:
Timber-framed modular construction with minimal site disruption
High insulation values for year-round comfort
Air source heat pumps providing efficient heating and cooling
Mechanical ventilation delivering clean, oxygen-rich air and removing stale odours
Outcome:
The new dual classroom block at Crabtree Schools has provided modern, energy-efficient teaching spaces designed to enhance learning and wellbeing. Built on site with minimal disruption, the project delivered a flexible layout tailored to the school’s needs.
The inclusion of a separate toilet block with external access means the school can now rent out the field for community use, generating additional income for the Trust. The result is a durable, sustainable building that supports both education and the wider school community.
“We’re delighted with our new classrooms. The build was smooth from start to finish, and the team at BGR Modular Classrooms kept us informed every step of the way. The finished spaces are bright, comfortable, and built to a very high standard — a real improvement for both pupils and staff.
The thoughtful design, including the external access to the toilet block, has given us flexibility to use the space for community events, which helps the school generate much-needed income. It’s been a genuine partnership, and the results speak for themselves.”
— Miss Emma Simmons, Executive Headteacher, Crabtree Infants and Junior School
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