A modular learning complex is being installed at St Peter’s Church of England Junior School in Ruddington after structural defects forced the permanent closure of the main building in December, prompting an accelerated response from the local authority and its construction partner.

The temporary facility is being built on land adjacent to the existing site and is designed to accommodate the school’s full roll of around 350 pupils. Works began at the start of the year and are running daily, with completion scheduled for the Easter break to enable pupils to return for the summer term.

Modular build speeds up response

Delivery is being managed on behalf of Rushcliffe Borough Council by Arc Partnership, the council’s design and construction partner. The pace of installation reflects a shift in how local authorities respond to sudden asset failures in ageing education estates, using off-site construction and existing framework relationships to restore operational capacity within weeks.

Wayne Bexton, Director of Economy, Environment and Assets at Nottinghamshire County Council commented on how pleased he is with the progress made so far, helped by how closely council teams have been working with the school. He said, “We are working to a fast turn-around as we have prioritised resources. We know how important it is for the school and community to have this temporary new home and we want to do everything we can to make sure they get the environment they deserve.”

Since the closure, pupils have been accommodated across several nearby schools and facilities, including James Peacock Infant School, Cotgrave Candleby Lane School, Jesse Gray Primary School, and Millside Spencer Academy, supported by a dedicated bus service for pupils travelling outside Ruddington.

The long-term plan is to demolish the existing stru

Modular build restores school capacity after structural failurecture and build a new school. The council is continuing discussions with the Department for Education to secure urgent capital funding, with backing from the local Member of Parliament.

Source: https://www.eastmidlandsbusinesslink.co.uk/mag/featured/modular-build-restores-school-capacity-after-structural-failure/

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