Work starts on multi-million pound free school
CONLON Construction is underway with a multi-million pound project to create an independent free school in Warrington.
The project was awarded as part of the Education Funding Agency (EFA) Regional Contractors Framework and will see the Preston-based contractor build a 73,194sq ft state-of-the-art facility for the King’s Leadership Academy.
Designed by Pozzoni Architecture, the ‘finger block’ facility features a central glazed atrium to maximise natural light into the 50 classrooms.
The development, which is sited on greenfield land, also comprises a double height colonnade, feature entrance, sports hall, a multi-use games area pitch, gym and fitness studio.
The school will accommodate 840 secondary and sixth form pupils and the project is scheduled for completion in June 2016.
Conlon Construction was appointed to complete the project after the previous contractor went into administration in March 2015.
Conlon chairman Michael Conlon said: “We’re pleased that work on this project, which was sadly delayed following the unfortunate demise of the previous contractor, is now underway.
“We have substantial experience in the education sector and understand the importance of work being completed on time. We want to do our best for the people of Warrington and will deliver this project to the highest standards.”
