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“Over the last 9 years, S2e have done an outstanding job in securing us CIF funding to really transform our school. We could not have done this without their expertise and support over the years. They are a true partner dedicated to our success story.”
S2e’s expertise and dedication in constructing our new STEM building were outstanding. Their ability to navigate challenges and deliver a top-quality educational facility reflects their commitment to excellence. We are immensely grateful for their contribution.
“The addition of this versatile and exciting facility to Martin High School has created greater opportunities to enhance health and well being for pupils and staff. It has also created a fantastic facility for the community, serving as a dedicated venue to optimise the sports offerings for individuals of all ages in the locality.
“Surveyors to Education (S2e) are nothing short of amazing! They are very supportive; they communicate consistently well and remove a lot of the stress of managing a big project. They have been both the designer and the school’s representative through the process and they really want to ensure we understand what is going on at each step of the process.”
Last year brought some promise for the education estate, with the Department for Education acknowledging that elements of the system could be improved and committing to longer-term funding certainty. Yet for those responsible for managing school and college estates, little has fundamentally changed in practice. Looking ahead, 2026 could be the year in which discussion begins to translate into action.
As we approach the end of 2025, we take a moment to reflect on the key announcements and changes that have, or will, affect the education estate.
Autumn Budget 2025: Few surprises for schools, but SEND reform, early years, and long-term capital investment remain priorities. We await the upcoming Schools White Paper and the DfE estate strategy for further clarity on the direction for schools and the implementation of the Infrastructure Strategy for the education estate
The Condition Improvement Fund (CIF) has been confirmed for another year, providing eligible academies, colleges and voluntary-aided schools the opportunity to secure capital funding to keep their buildings safe and in good working order.
