EBOOK: The benefits of modular versus traditional buildings for academies

Download our eBook guide on “the benefits for academies of modular versus traditional building

The innovative technologies now used to create modular buildings have transformed the options for school leaders needing to meet a growing demand for classroom spaces, as well as improving or replacing dilapidated buildings that are not conducive to teaching and learning. High quality, energy efficient, quick to install and cheap to run, they can offer your pupils a brighter future.

In this Ebook guide, we discuss the opportunities that modular buildings can offer a school or academy, providing impressive fit-for-purpose space for optimum learning along with savings in cost, energy and CO2 emissions.

The ebook explores:

  • What are modular buildings - temporary or permanent structures constructed using pre-fabricated units called modules. We look at the different design and finishes that modern day modular buildings offer.

  • Dispelling popular myths regarding modular building, such as the look of them and their use as just temporary buildings

  • The benefits of modular;

    • Flexibility of design, finish and use - Modular buildings can be expanded, reduced, reconfigured or moved!

    • Speed of construction - Teachers and students can be using their new modular building within weeks.

    • Cost effectiveness - Modular buildings are cost effective not just in terms of their build, but also when it comes to running costs, energy efficiency and low maintenance.

    • Environmental impact -Fewer emissions, less disruption and increased safety.

    • Energy efficiency - Modular buildings are constructed with the latest smart energy-management technologies to reduce costs and carbon footprint.

  • How to fund your modular building project. There are numerous funding sources and grants made available in England for academies, MATs and schools to access.

At Surveyors to Education we can support you in obtaining the funding you need, choosing the right design, and project managing construction and assembly. We will partner with a manufacturer to deliver the best modular building for your needs, and we are proud to offer the most cost efficient, most environmentally friendly modular options on the market.

We hope you find it useful, however if you need any further support please do not hesitate to contact us on 01530 877 969 or email on enquire@s2e.org.uk.