Vertical extension to create additional internal space for specialist educational needs, including SEN classrooms and resource spaces.
The scheme enclosed an existing second‑floor balcony with a new roof and façade to create specialist accommodation for the school’s Speech and Language Resource Provision. It delivered two 48 sqm SEN classrooms, a flexible teaching/library space, a 40 sqm group room, and a 29.7 sqm subdividable resource space.
The vertical extension required complex logistics, including perimeter scaffolding, a roof hoist, and a counter‑weight system. Additional challenges included upgrading non‑compliant ventilation with fire dampers and coordinating works within a live school environment. By re‑sequencing activities and maximising the summer holiday period, the completion date was maintained.
The clad façade, extended roof and large windows created a bright, compliant facility supporting up to 24 children in a calm, flexible setting tailored to specialist needs.
I found the company to be very proactive, and having the completion of the project, at high standard and withing the agreed timeframe, as their priority. This allowed a smooth process to be implemented where all parties were actively working to resolve problems rather than creating tensions and playing the not so unusual blame game that sometimes afflicts some projects. I found the people on site very respectful and approachable which always makes the working environment much more relaxed hence productive. I would definitely recommend Borras for future jobs.
Luca Dettori, Architect at Ingleton Wood
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