Edge Grove School Aldenham, Hertfordshire A new multi-function Lower School Building for Edge Grove School, a mixed prep and pre-prep independent school: The Apthorp Building replaces classroom blocks with 6 new high-quality classrooms for two year-groups, and provides new multi-purpose hall and assembly space, library area, offices, washrooms and ancillary functions. Scheme Overview The new building is a sensitive contemporary design, which sits at the heart of the prep school’s campus, whilst at the same time being a discreet new addition in the school’s landscape, and the setting of the 18th Century Grade II Listed main building. A gently-tilted roof subtly lifts the eye to focus upon the historic Listed building. The design is a sustainable concept which provides excellent natural light and ventilation, eliminating the need for mechanical ventilation and cooling, and with lowered heating costs. The new building forms the start of an ongoing Masterplan and programme of enhancements to the 80 year old school’s campus, and is one of a series of recent commissions for independent schools undertaken by Lyons+Sleeman+Hoare.