Existing buildings and construct a state-of-the-art facility designed for 1,200 pupils. This exciting project, part of the government’s £2 billion School Rebuilding Programme, prioritises both educational excellence and environmental sustainability, aiming for net zero carbon operation.

Building for the Future: A Collaborative Effort

Sefton Council is poised to approve the project at its upcoming planning committee meeting. The team assembled for this transformative project represents a diverse range of expertise. Keir Construction will act as the main contractor, bringing their construction prowess to life. The architectural vision is entrusted to Pozzoni Architecture, whose designs will undoubtedly create an inspiring learning environment.

More Than Classrooms: A Hub for Activity

The new Deyes High School won’t simply boast modern classrooms. Plans include dedicated indoor and outdoor sports facilities, catering to the diverse athletic interests of students. A partially covered, six-court multi-use games area promises to provide a flexible space for year-round physical activity, fostering a healthy school culture.

A Phased Approach: Ensuring Continuity

The School Rebuilding Programme prioritises minimal disruption to education. Therefore, the existing school will remain operational until the new facility is complete. This necessitates a phased approach to construction. The new building will be erected on the current playing fields, allowing continued use of the existing buildings for classes. Once the new school is ready, staff and students can seamlessly transition, paving the way for the demolition of the old buildings and the creation of brand new playing fields.

Expertise at Every Step: A Team Approach

At Smith & Love Planning Consultants, we are proud to be part of this transformative project, acting as the planning consultants. A skilled team of professionals is collaborating to ensure the project’s success. Ridge will manage the civil and structural engineering aspects, while DEP takes the lead on landscape architecture. More information about Dayes High can be found here

Rounding out the team are a host of specialists:

• Mechanical and Electrical Engineer: TACE
• Fire Expert: Orion
• Acoustic Consultant: MZA Acoustics
• Highways Consultant: Flinders Chase
• ICT Consultant: Kier DaBS
• FF&E Consultant: Pinnacle
• Catering Consultant: Airdale Catering
• Air Quality Assessor: Miller Goodall
• Arboricultural Consultant: Tree Solutions

Taking Action: Be Part of the Storey

For further information on this exciting project, you can reference application number DC/2022/00375 with Sefton Council.

Building a Brighter Tomorrow: Partner with Us

At Smith & Love Planning Consultants, we are passionate about shaping sustainable and inspiring educational environments. Our team offers a wealth of experience in navigating the complexities of school building projects. Whether you’re a governing body seeking to modernise your school facilities or an architect with a vision for educational excellence, we can help you navigate the planning process and turn your vision into reality.

If you are interested in contacting us about your future development please head to our ‘Contact Us‘ page to see how you can get in touch via email, online form or through a call.