Surveyors to Education has been featured in the latest edition of the Institute of School Business Leadership’s (ISBL) The Voice magazine. The article, titled “What Next for the School Estate?”, discusses the current challenges in managing school estates and offers insights into what may lie ahead.
Read MoreDiscover how S2e helped Welland Park Academy build a state-of-the-art sports hall on a reduced budget, benefiting students and the local community with modern sports facilities and flood prevention measures.
Read MoreRob joined S2e in January 2024, drawn particularly by the work the company does with estate strategy planning and government funding streams for educational facilities.
Read MoreEnsuring the safety and health of staff, pupils, and visitors is essential for any school or academy. Trustees and leaders have a legal duty of care and must follow approved codes of practice and guidance to manage their systems and estates effectively.
Read MoreThe education landscape has changed dramatically since Labour were last in power. As they take office for the first time in fourteen years, we’re all wondering what this will really mean for schools and academies.
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As we enter the final week of the general election, we have summarised the Conservative and Labour manifestos, focusing on education and implications for the school estate.
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The team at Surveyors to Education will be exhibiting at The National Schools and Academies Leaders Show and Exhibition at the University of Derby on 20 June 2024, from 9:00 AM to 4:00 PM.
Read MorePhil joined S2e in January 2024 after working in various Health and Safety roles, most recently for a builder’s merchant managing the health and safety of their minor refurbishments to larger new build sites. Previously to a career in Health and Safety, Phil was responsible for shipping all manner of goods all over the world, including for London 2012.
Read MoreWe are delighted to share with you S2e’s inaugural Condition Improvement Fund Insights for CIF outcomes in 2024/25. This report examines the latest (2024/25) CIF outcome against historical results, to provide analysis on long-term trends and implications for CIF-eligible institutions.
Read MoreEarlier this month we were back at The Schools & Academies Show where we ran an exciting competition in partnership with British Youth Music Theatre (BYMT). To celebrate BYMT’s 20th season, we offered attendees the opportunity to win a ‘Discover Music Theatre’ workshop for their school or multi-academy trust.
Read MoreLast month the Department for Education released a new piece of guidance to help school building owners and maintenance staff identify building systems and prioritise maintenance and repair of their school estate.
Read MoreWe are returning to The Schools & Academies Show on May 1, 2024, at Excel London. As usual, our team will be on hand to discuss all your estate needs and we are also thrilled to announce that we will be running a competition in collaboration with the British Youth Music Theatre.
Read MoreBen joined S2e just before Christmas in 2023 and has found himself learning from the best. He revels in the variety of work his role holds in store, and says seeing pupils and teachers enjoying their new surroundings after an S2e project is one of the most rewarding parts of the job.
Read MoreFire risk assessments are an essential tool in ensuring the safety and well-being of both students and staff in educational settings. By thoroughly examining potential sources of ignition and fuel within the school premises, including kitchens, science labs, and less monitored areas like toilets and changing rooms, these assessments aim to mitigate the risks of fire.
Read MoreThe Department for Education (DfE) has recently announced the allocations for the Condition Improvement Fund (CIF) for 2024-25. For schools, multi-academy trusts (MATs) and colleges facing disappointment in this cycle, there will be an option to appeal against the decision
Read MoreWe're pleased to announce our participation at The Trust Network’s National School Estates Conference on 27th March 2024, held at Ormiston Shelfield Community Academy.
Read MoreAt Surveyors to Education (S2e), we understand our responsibility towards the environment and are committed to helping schools and educational institutions on their journey towards sustainability and achieving Net Zero emissions. This commitment is not only about aiding schools and Trusts in reducing their carbon footprint, but also assessing our own impact as a company.
Read MoreThe latest Spring Budget shows a relatively unchanged financial landscape with little change to public spending levels. Despite the spotlight on safety concerns surrounding the school estate, following school closures over Reinforced Autoclaved Aerated Concrete (RAAC), budget documents reveal a reduction in this year’s capital spending.
Read MoreFor projects funded with SCA, starting the tendering process early in the year can be highly advantageous. Early planning allows capital projects - such as repairs, refurbishments, expansions, and infrastructural improvements - to coincide with the summer break reducing interference with the school's daily operations.
Read MoreThis week the government announced new grants to help schools, colleges, nurseries, and academies to increase availability of EV charging facilities. The scheme, funded by the Department for Transport (DfT) and part of the Workplace Charging Scheme, will provide up to 75% of the cost to buy and install chargepoints. State-funded education institutions will be able to claim up to £2,500 per socket, up from £350 previously available, for up to 40 chargepoints.
Read MoreS2e’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.”
“Together, we have overseen the replacement of a dilapidated temporary mobile with a state-of-the-art two-storey bespoke English and maths block which has enabled us to bring our departments together and create some fantastic spaces for our students to thrive”
Last week the Department for Education (DfE) announced the Condition Improvement Fund (CIF) outcomes for 2025-26, allocating £470 million for 789 projects across 656 eligible institutions. Despite a 5% increase in funding, this year’s results mark another record low in successful projects and schools, both down approximately 10% compared to last year.
The Department for Energy Security and Net Zero (DESNZ) has recently announced the cancellation of the Low Carbon Skills Fund (LCSF), which previously provided grants to help public sector organisations access expert advice and develop heat decarbonisation plans for their estates. This year, the government concluded that the fund is no longer necessary, pointing to the availability of alternative sources of support, including Local Net Zero Hubs.
We’re excited to announce that S2e will be exhibiting at the Schools & Academies Show (SAAS) London 2025, at ExCeL London on Thursday 15 May 2025! Visit S2e at stand D10 for a chance to win a free Thermography survey.
We are shining a light on Will Turton, BSc (Hons) MRICS, Associate Surveyor, a vital member of the S2e team who has been with the company since its early stages. His journey is a testament to dedication, hard work, and a genuine passion for building surveying and the education sector. We recently had the opportunity to chat with Will about his experiences and insights.
