Meopham School
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Client: KIER CONSTRUCTION
Nature of Business: SECONDARY SCHOOL REDEVELOPMENT
Category: EDUCATION
Full school reconstruction, including BIM, Revit and Thermal modelling.
Meopham School
Full school reconstruction, including BIM, Revit and Thermal modelling
Meopham School, located in Kent, is a secondary school serving approximately 950 students across a wide range of abilities. The school is non-selective, focusing on delivering both pastoral and academic progress through a traditional curriculum, with a strong emphasis on core subjects such as English, Mathematics, and Science.
Project Overview
The Meopham School project involved a complete reconstruction of the school to create a modern, state-of-the-art educational facility.
The design team at Walker Mower was engaged to deliver a comprehensive range of services, guiding the project from its initial concept through to its final construction.
This complex redevelopment required meticulous attention to detail to ensure that all services were designed and installed efficiently and in strict accordance with the relevant building standards for educational facilities.
Our Involvement
Walker Mower provided extensive BIM (Building Information Modelling) services throughout the project, including detailed modelling of the school's courtyard and halls.
We also carried out in-depth thermal modelling and daylight calculations, enabling us to present accurate assessments of lighting levels across the entire development. Our team was responsible for delivering full mechanical, electrical, and public health designs, as well as drainage solutions, all of which were integral to the success of the project.
The reconstruction of Meopham School was completed in just over a year, and the results have been highly praised by all parties involved. The school continues to look and function as it did upon completion, with plans for further expansion on its expansive site to accommodate more students in the future.
Project Highlights
BIM Modelling: Comprehensive 3D modelling using Revit, ensuring accuracy and efficiency throughout the design and construction process.
Full Mechanical Design: Tailored solutions to meet the specific needs of the school’s infrastructure.
Full Electrical Design: Energy-efficient electrical systems designed for optimal performance.
Public Health and Drainage Design: Safe and effective systems to support the school’s operational needs.
Thermal Modelling: Detailed analysis to ensure comfortable indoor environments.
Daylighting Calculations: Optimised natural light to enhance the learning environment.
Achievements
The successful completion of Meopham School’s reconstruction is a testament to Walker Mower's expertise in educational facility design. The school was rated "Outstanding" by Ofsted in February 2019, reflecting the high standards achieved in both its educational delivery and physical environment.
Additionally, students from Meopham School were honoured to participate in the "guard of honour" for athletes at the opening ceremony of the London 2012 Olympics, showcasing artistic creations made to celebrate the event.
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