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Lancot Challenger Academy

Sector

Education

Value

£340,000

Location

Dunstable

Contractor

R1 Construction

The Project

RAM Building Consultancy was brought in to help a primary school that was struggling to keep up with the demand for teaching space due to an increase in pupil numbers. The school also needed additional office space for staff to work in a quiet and functional environment.


The Challenges

With teaching facilities not expanding at the same rate as student enrollment, the school faced a significant challenge in accommodating both students and staff. The lack of adequate classroom and office space was becoming a barrier to the school's ability to function efficiently and comfortably.


The Solution

RAM conducted a feasibility study and developed budget plans in collaboration with the academy trust to ensure they could maximize their space within the available budget. We also completed initial designs for two additional classrooms, along with toilet facilities and a new office space. The scheme was tendered through RAM’s approved supply chain to ensure high-quality execution within the project's constraints.


The Results

Once planning approval was obtained, the contract was awarded to R1 Construction, based on both cost and quality. The project began within four weeks of approval and was completed within an eight-week timeframe, just in time for the start of the 2020 September school term. The school now has the necessary space to accommodate its growing number of students and provide staff with a quiet and functional office area.

Services used:

Project Management

RAM’s Project Management service ensured the smooth delivery of the project, from the initial tendering process to completion. By leveraging our approved supply chain, we secured a reliable contractor, and through careful coordination, we ensured the project remained on schedule and was completed within the 8-week deadline, all while meeting quality standards.


Project Management
Feasibility Studies

The Feasibility Studies service played a key role in shaping the project from the start. RAM worked closely with the academy trust to conduct a detailed analysis of space requirements and budget constraints. By providing a clear plan that aligned the trust's financial goals with the school’s spatial needs, RAM helped ensure that the project met both operational and budgetary objectives, providing a sustainable solution for the school’s growth.


Feasibility Studies

Let's Work Together to Design the Perfect Space

If you’d like further information or to discuss our Project Management, Feasibility Studies, or other services, please get in touch and one of our team will be happy to help.