CASE STUDY

Re-developing EDUCATION listed NEED SOLUTION The was founded in August 2012 by Theodore The Inspiration Trust, with the support of Willmott Dixon, identified Agnew; it is a federation of age 3-19 academies and free schools two key city centre buildings which could be transformed into across East Anglia and they are committed to delivering the very suitable educational facilities to meet Ofsted standards. Buildings best educational experience for the young people of . The Old Fire Station was successfully renovated and refurbished

into the new Sir Isaac Newton Sixth Form Centre. The trust identified a high level skill shortage in both county and A Case Study of Sir Isaac Newton Sixth Form country. They aim to encourage a closer engagement between was developed from a building which had Centre and Jane Austen College universities, business and education. The trust want to offer high previously been a shoe factory and a call centre. The bespoke quality, academic opportunities for maths and science to students design renovated the building whilst retaining the historical over 16 across and Norfolk; with a city base choice character; modern technology was incorporated into the design to for education. ensure the building could deliver exceptional educational facilities.

CHALLENGE “Students are proud of the history and 1. To identify existing city centre accommodation that heritage of both buildings and respect satisfied Ofsted regulations, standards and expectations. them. The open spaces in Sir Isaac Newton 2. To improve the education standards and academic opportunities across Norwich and Norfolk, with a particular allow for flexible learning. The sixth form focus on Maths and Sciences. areas have a very university feel to them. 3. Parental demand for school places is increasing At Jane Austen we can do PE in the external space and we did not envisage this.” 4. To incorporate the interesting and historic features of the existing buildings. Claire Heald, Principal. 5. To turn a fire station and a shoe factory into modern future “What we have achieved is amazing.” proof, inspiring educational facilities. “We are fortunate to have such an inspiring and beautiful building for our school, with Jim Andrews, Chief Operating Officer, 6. Stringent planning issues resolved. Bournemouth University. such a rich history. Renovated to a bespoke design, our building and location offers the “Incredibly proud of what we have achieved.” best facilities for young people.” Stuart Laird, Director of Estates, Claire Heald, Principal. Bournemouth University.

RE-DEVELOPING LISTED BUILDINGS CASE STUDY | 01 OUTCOMES TIME • Sir Isaac Newton Sixth Form Centre was the first Free School Through the use of The Scape National Major Works opened by the Inspiration Trust chain of academies to be rated Framework, the key milestones were: ‘good’ across the board by Ofsted inspectors. Dec 2012: Willmott Dixon commissioned for • The completed Sir Isaac Newton building has been short listed preconstruction activities for Sir Isaac for RICS East of Awards due to its innovative design Newton Free School, Project Order signed. and focus on conservation. • Sir Isaac Newton Sixth Form Centre has been appointed as Aug 2013: Temporary school formed in four weeks the lead school for Norfolk and Suffolk Maths hub; they will in nearby office block. work closely with Kesgrave High School, leading positive Sept 2013: First cohort of students start at Sir Isaac change in the teaching of Maths from primary to Post 16 Newton Free School in a temporary building. through to university. Dec 2013: Willmott Dixon appointed to complete • Successful completion of Sir Isaac Newton Sixth Form Centre construction works for Sir Isaac Newton saw repeat business with the client; Willmott Dixon secured Free School, contract signed. and completed the Jane Austen College. Apr 2014: Successful completion of Sir Isaac Newton Free School, handover to PERFORMANCE The Inspiration Trust. • 513 school / college / university students visited site May 2014: Willmott Dixon commissioned for • 80.97% of labour within 40 miles preconstruction activities for Jane Austen College, Project Order signed. • 92.40% of waste diverted from landfill June 2014: Willmott Dixon, enabling construction works • 639 short courses delivered started on site for Jane Austen College. Aug 2014: Willmott Dixon appointed to complete construction works for Jane Austen College, DELIVERED BY contract signed. Sept 2014: First cohort of students start education at Jane Austen. Mar 2015: Successful completion of Jane Austen College, handover to The Inspiration Trust.

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