A mixture of refurbishment and new build, the scheme is expected to start on site in July 2011, with completion in Summer 2012.
Construction work will be undertaken by Mansell, a Balfour Beatty company.
A central element of the design is the creation of a “Heartspace” immediately inside the school entrance – an inspirational double height space that will act as the central hub for the school and provide and educational and social creative space for both the school and local community. Other new facilities include an activity studio, new science and technology labs and a music room.
Head teacher Christine Inchley said: “The school Trustees and I are really pleased with the proposals and hope that the local community will share in our excitement. The scheme will deliver better facilities for our students and it also represents a real investment in the community as a whole.
Balfour Beatty Construction Services UK Chief Executive Officer, Mike Peasland said: “We are delighted to be named as preferred bidder for the delivery of the new facilities for Stour Valley Community School. We are committed to delivering excellent design and value for the school and the local community.”
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