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Haverstock and Galliford Try Selected for Delivery of New SEND School for Havering

Haverstock and Galliford Try are proud to announce their selection by the London Borough of Havering to deliver a new Special Educational Needs and Disabilities (SEND) school at Balgores Lane. The project, commissioned with the support of the Southern Construction Framework (SCF) and Playle & Partners, represents a significant investment in the future of SEND provision in the borough.

Havering has seen one of the highest increases in pupils with SEND across the country, underscoring the urgent need for this new school to meet the growing demand for specialist education within the borough. This new school will supply 300 much-needed places for students aged 4-19, addressing critical SEND needs and providing the community with a vital resource. With Haverstock’s expertise and passion for SEND design and Galliford Try’s commitment to construction excellence, the project aims to establish a beacon of SEND provision, delivering high-quality, purpose-built facilities tailored to the needs of its students.

Collaborative Delivery The origin of this project is a testament to the London Borough of Havering’s dedication to investing in the futures of children and young people with SEND. Their commitment to working collaboratively with the wider team has ensured a shared focus on excellence in both design and construction to provide an exemplar learning environment.

Sustainability Commitment The school will be designed to achieve a BREEAM Excellent rating and operate at net zero carbon. This reflects the team’s shared dedication to sustainability and environmentally conscious design, ensuring the building meets the highest standards for energy efficiency and environmental impact.

Engaging the Community Collaboration with the Havering community is central to the project’s success. Through public consultations and ongoing stakeholder engagement, the ambition for the project is to provide not only a new school but a valuable community asset which will serve the wider borough.

This exciting project marks the beginning of a partnership dedicated to delivering an inclusion, collaboration to achieve the very best for children and young people in Havering.

Quote from Claire Barton, Partner at Haverstock

‘’We are thrilled to have been awarded the opportunity to design this new special school for the London Borough of Havering. At Haverstock, we are deeply passionate about creating spaces that transform lives and support inclusive education. This school, with its 300 places for children aged 4-19, will not only be a beacon of SEND excellence but also a vital resource for the local community, fostering collaboration and connection with other schools.”

Quote from James Wright, Senior Framework Manager at Southern Construction Framework (SCF)

We’re delighted to help facilitate the procurement for the new SEND school in Havering, which will provide essential places for students in a state-of-the-art, sustainable learning environment. We are excited to see this project come to life and serve the community.

Gavin Bridge, Managing Director for Galliford Try Building Southern commented: “Our business has a strong track record in providing high-quality special educational needs and disability spaces across London and the South East. We recognise the urgency of providing local children with the tailored education they deserve, and look forward to working with all the stakeholders involved at Balgores to create the very best facilities that help the school community deliver for the students.”

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