As more schools and multi-academy trusts invest in modernising their science laboratories, D&T workshops and food technology rooms, one question consistently shapes early planning conversations: Table of Contents How does CLEAPSS impact the design, refurbishment and safe use of these spaces? What Is CLEAPSS? Why CLEAPSS Matters to UK Schools Supporting UK Health & Safety Requirements Supporting a Practical-Rich Curriculum Avoiding Expensive Design Errors CLEAPSS and Science

The Push for Sustainable Schools – How Net Zero Targets Affect Refurbishment

Multi-Academy Trusts (MATs) are expanding at pace. With government policy actively encouraging school mergers and larger trusts, MATs are inheriting complex, ageing estates, each with different layouts, standards, and priorities.

While budgets remain tight, the cost of doing nothing is rising. That’s why smart refurbishment, not just emergency repair, should be the strategy schools adopt in 2025 and beyond.

From student safety to hygiene, from gender inclusivity to accessibility, school toilets are no longer just a building regulation tick-box, they’re a wellbeing priority. The trouble is, many school washrooms haven’t changed in decades.