William Saunders were first engaged to create a “Masterplan” for the future of the site, which subsequently obtained planning permission. In summer 2011 we completed the £1.5m first phase and the £2m second phase in summer 2013. The first phase included a new Sports Hall for future shared use with the community; new classrooms; alterations and improvements to existing circulation, toilet and changing facilities; the creation of new staff car park / visitor car park / bus parking area; and a new playground. The new buildings are designed to BB99 and to BREEAM Very Good. The project involved working in a fully operational school, and there was no loss of amenity at any time. The safety of the pupils, staff, visitors was paramount throughout and a number of programme, procurement and other decisions were made with health and safety specifically in mind.