Anyone passing by the former Harford Primary School recently will have noticed a significant increase in activity on-site. The Programme Management Office (PMO) is pleased to share a closer look at these developments as essential enabling works conclude, paving the way for the school’s transformation into a vibrant, age-specific learning environment.
This foundational phase prepares the site for future redesign works that will convert the existing Harford School into a positive, tailored learning space specifically designed for Key Stage 1 (KS1) and the Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS).
Key Achievements to Date:
- Internal and External Strip-Out: Teams successfully cleared the building’s interior, removing legacy wiring, wall and floor coverings, skirting, plumbing, and old toilet systems. Demonstrating a strong commitment to sustainability, 70% of these materials have been recycled.
- Southern Area Excavation: Extensive earthworks were completed in the southern area to develop an accessible EYFS playground. The new design directly connects internal learning spaces to dedicated outdoor play areas while flooding the rear of the school with natural light.
- Utility Diversions: Private sewer lines were completely redirected outside of the school grounds to secure and modernize the site’s utility infrastructure.
The PMO extends its thanks to Clint Contractors and CSH for their hard work on-site, which has ensured the area is safe, cleared, and fully prepared for the next phase.
The project has now officially entered the procurement and tendering stage for the main contractor. Further updates will be shared once the contract is awarded.
This project forms part of the UK Government (UKG) funded Economic Development Investment Programme (EDIP).
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Some of the works to date include removal of legacy wiring, wall and floor coverings and skirting
Extensive earthworks completed in the southern area to develop an accessible EYFS playground.
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