At FMS UK Group, we work closely with educational establishments across the UK to deliver planned improvement projects that not only enhance learning environments but also reduce future maintenance issues, improve compliance, and create more efficient buildings for staff and students alike.

Why Summer is the Ideal Time for School Improvements

The six-week summer break provides schools with the flexibility to carry out larger-scale works without disrupting teaching, examinations, or student activities.

Whether it’s a single classroom refresh or a major building refurbishment, completing works during the holiday period ensures projects can be delivered safely, efficiently, and with minimal impact on day-to-day operations.

It also allows schools to start the new academic year with facilities that are safer, more modern, and better equipped to support learning.

Moving Beyond Reactive Repairs

One of the biggest challenges facing schools is the cost and disruption associated with reactive maintenance.

Leaking roofs, deteriorating classrooms, ageing heating systems, damaged flooring, failing lighting, and worn washroom facilities often result in ongoing repair costs and operational headaches throughout the year.

Rather than continually fixing the same problems, summer renovation projects provide an opportunity to address root causes and implement long-term solutions.

By investing in strategic upgrades, schools can significantly reduce:

• Emergency maintenance call-outs
• Ongoing repair costs
• Health and safety risks
• Energy consumption
• Operational disruption during term time

Creating Better Learning Environments

The condition of a school’s environment plays a significant role in student wellbeing, staff satisfaction, and overall performance.

Modern, well-maintained facilities help create spaces where students can focus, teachers can teach effectively, and visitors gain confidence in the school’s standards.

Typical summer renovation projects include:

Classroom Refurbishments

• New flooring and decoration
• Improved storage solutions
• Modern lighting upgrades
• Acoustic improvements
• Technology integration

Washroom Upgrades

• New sanitaryware and IPS systems
• Improved accessibility
• Enhanced hygiene standards
• Water-efficient fixtures

Staff and Administration Areas

• Office refurbishments
• Meeting spaces
• Welfare facilities
• Reception upgrades

Building Fabric Improvements

• Roofing repairs and replacements
• Window and door upgrades
• External repairs
• Structural remedial works

Improving Compliance and Safety

Educational buildings are subject to strict compliance requirements, and summer provides an excellent opportunity to address any concerns before students return.

Projects often include:

• Fire door upgrades
• Emergency lighting improvements
• Electrical remedial works
• Accessibility enhancements
• Roofing and structural repairs
• Security and access control upgrades

These improvements help ensure facilities remain compliant, safe, and fit for purpose throughout the academic year.

A Turnkey Solution from Start to Finish

At FMS UK Group, we understand that school leadership teams and site managers already have enough to manage.

That’s why we provide a complete turnkey solution, overseeing every stage of the project from initial surveys and planning through to delivery and final handover.

Our services include:

• Site assessments and surveys
• Design and planning
• Project management
• Multi-trade installation teams
• Compliance management
• Quality assurance and final sign-off

By bringing everything together under one roof, we remove the complexity of managing multiple contractors and ensure projects are delivered on time, on budget, and to the highest standards.

Supporting Schools for the Long Term

School renovations aren’t simply about making buildings look better. They are about creating environments that work more efficiently, require less ongoing maintenance, and provide a better experience for students, staff, and visitors.

Through careful planning and investment during holiday periods, schools can reduce future maintenance burdens, improve compliance, and create facilities that support education for years to come.

Planning Summer Works?

If you’re considering renovation, refurbishment, compliance, or maintenance works during the next school holiday period, speak to the team at FMS UK Group.

Our experience across the education sector enables us to deliver practical, cost-effective solutions that keep schools safe, compliant, and performing at their best.

Our brief was to assess the site, provide a safe and compliant remedial solution, and carry out specialist works that ensured the structural integrity, weather resistance, and long-term performance of the building. All work needed to be completed safely, efficiently, and with minimum disruption to the academy’s day-to-day activities. Compliance with relevant building regulations was also a key requirement throughout the project.

WORKS DONE

To execute the project successfully, FMS UK Group provided a full turnkey solution, covering all aspects from assessment and planning to installation and reinstatement:

• Conducted a full assessment of the site to understand the structural condition and project scope
• Carefully dismantled an existing ground-level canopy to allow scaffolding access
• Removed playground astro-turf to create a suitable location for a site office and material storage
• Erected full scaffolding with protective roof covers to ensure work could continue in wet weather
• Stripped and removed damaged roofline tiles
• Dismantled all three affected parapets and removed corroded lintels
• Installed new structural steel lintels faced with a lime render facings to maintain aesthetics
• Replaced rotten timber joists with treated timber for long-term durability
• Designed and built three new hip roofs with high-quality brickwork in keeping with the original design behind the parapets
• Installed new breathable roofing membrane and batons to ensure longevity and resistance to moisture
• Fitted reclaimed roof tiles and specialised hip tiles for a seamless match with existing architecture
• Conducted final safety and quality checks to ensure compliance with building regulations
• Dismantled and re-erected scaffolding for phase two works
• Installed a new canopy cover to provide safe outside playing space
• Reinstated the playground area including re-laying of astro-turf and repositioning of playground equipment
• Relocated site office to allow continued site access during future phases

RESULTS
The completion of Phase One at Hearsall Academy marked a significant milestone in safeguarding the structural integrity and usability of the site. The newly rebuilt gable ends and roofs now offer reliable weather protection, enhanced safety, and improved performance. By using reclaimed tiles and specialist finishing details, we preserved the visual appearance and heritage of the building while introducing modern, robust materials.

Internally, we carried out plasterboarding, plasterwork and electrical repairs to reinstate areas impacted by water damage. This turnkey approach allowed FMS UK Group to provide a seamless transition from problem to solution, delivering high-quality results on time, within budget, and fully compliant with building regulations.

Phase Two works are now underway as we continue to support the Academy with best-in-class property solutions. This project highlights FMS UK Group’s ability to plan, manage, and execute complex property improvement projects with precision, care, and an unwavering commitment to quality and compliance.

Need a specialist team for your next facilities or property maintenance project?

Contact FMS UK Group today and discover how our experience and excellence can deliver real value to your organisation.

Results & Benefits

• Significantly improved lighting levels throughout the warehouse, creating a brighter, safer and more productive working environment.
• Substantial energy cost savings, thanks to reduced wattage per unit and long-lasting LED technology.
• Lower maintenance requirements, eliminating the frequent replacement of traditional bulbs.
• Full compliance with relevant lighting and workplace health & safety regulations.
• Delivered as a complete turnkey solution – from planning to testing.

Why FMS UK Group?

At FMS UK Group, we understand the operational demands of warehousing and logistics environments. Our team delivered this project on time, safely, and with zero disruption to Tosca’s daily activities.

Whether you’re looking to improve lighting, reduce energy costs or meet regulatory standards, we provide tailored facilities management solutions that make your business run better—now and into the future.