Philip Southcote School in Addlestone has unveiled two cutting-edge buildings after a whopping £11.1 million boost from Surrey County Council. Teachers, pupils, and families came together this week to celebrate the new dedicated 123 with hydromassage zones and cuts carbon emissions by up to 45%, supporting Surrey’s push towards net-zero.
Deputy Mayor of Runnymede, Margaret Harnden, cut the ribbon as proud pupils showed off their new learning spaces to families.
Eco-Friendly Design Sets New Bar
The project was brought to life through the Southern Construction Framework (SCF5). Pellings designed the teaching block, while Morgan Sindall handled the hydrotherapy pool. Both buildings feature photovoltaic panels and sustainable materials, raising the standard for green school build projects.
Leaders Praise Vision and Impact
Councillor Clare Curran, Cabinet Member for Children, Families & Lifelong Learning, said:
“We are thrilled that the pupils of Philip Southcote School can now benefit from these outstanding new facilities. Our investment reflects our long-term commitment to improving outcomes for children with additional needs—closer to home, in high-quality, inclusive environments.”
“Our goal is to increase maintained specialist school places from approximately 3,700 to 5,760 across 123 and across Surrey. It’s a fantastic example of public and private sectors teaming up to make a difference.”
Surrey’s Big Plans for SEND Education
This latest upgrade is a key win for Surrey County Council’s SEND and Alternative Provision Capital Programmes. Supporting the Inclusion and Additional Needs Partnership Strategy 2023–2026, the council is determined to expand specialist school places and give every child the best start, no matter their needs.
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