HBG was appointed to design and construct a modern infant reception block, providing a high-quality learning environment tailored to the needs of young pupils. The facility includes spacious classrooms, dedicated internal play areas, office space, and essential toilet facilities to support staff and students.
The building features a robust steel frame with non-load-bearing masonry walling, finished with a durable render for a sleek, modern aesthetic. A single-ply roofing system ensures long-term weather protection, while a high-specification powder-coated glazing and door package enhances natural light throughout the space. A standout feature of the design is the large bi-fold door set, seamlessly connecting the internal play areas to the outdoor soft play zone, promoting interactive and flexible learning.
Externally, the project incorporated a purpose-built soft play area, creating a safe and stimulating outdoor space for young children to explore and develop key skills. The combination of thoughtful design, high-quality materials, and expert craftsmanship ensures a welcoming, functional, and engaging environment for early-years education.
St James CEVA Primary School, Northampton
Client – Diocese of Peterborough
Architect – Peter Smith Associates
Structural Engineers – Jenks
Services Consultants – Herrmann Associates
Quantity Surveyor – YMD Boon
Value – £265,000
Duration – 18 weeks
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Hbg is proud to have delivered a high-quality infant reception block for the Diocese of Peterborough, creating an engaging and functional space for early-years education. Our expertise in steel frame construction and specialist finishes ensured a seamless build, while the integration of large bi-fold doors and a soft play area enhances indoor-outdoor learning.
Public Building Construction Across Northamptonshire & Surrounding Counties
HBG is a trusted main contractor delivering high-quality public buildings, including schools, community centres, and healthcare facilities, across Northamptonshire and the surrounding counties of Buckinghamshire, Bedfordshire, Cambridgeshire, Oxfordshire, Warwickshire, and Leicestershire. A building contractor with extensive experience in education, healthcare, and community-focused projects, we provide tailored construction solutions that enhance local infrastructure. Operating within a 100-mile radius of Northampton, we serve key locations such as Milton Keynes, Cambridge, Leicester, Coventry, Oxford, and Bedford, ensuring excellence in public sector construction.
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