S2e designed and project managed the upgrade of the perimeter fencing and entrance gates at Fressingfield C of E Primary School, funded through a successful Condition Improvement Fund bid. The project replaced the school’s existing perimeter with 1.8m high twin mesh fencing and introduced automated access gates.
Read MoreS2e worked alongside Bedford Modern School as multidisciplinary consultant, lead designer and technical coordinator on a RAAC remediation and estate modernisation programme. The project addressed RAAC across parts of the school’s roof, with re-roofing, fire compartmentation upgrades, M&E improvements and asbestos removal all delivered while keeping the school fully operational.
Read MoreThis case study outlines how S2e delivered a £2.98m modular vocational teaching block for St Philip’s School, replacing end-of-life temporary accommodation with a permanent, SEND-focused facility designed for industry-standard learning, sustainability, and long-term estate strategy.
Read More“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.”
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.
Read More“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.
Read MoreS2e 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.”
Read More“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”
Read More“Our thanks go out to S2e, who have worked with Martin High School leadership to create this space for our learners. They ensured this build was not only delivered on time, but also went from concept to reality."
Read More“ With Leicestershire Country Council facing a huge demand for provisions to help support learners with social, emotional and mental health needs, we [Lionheart Educational Trust] called in S2e to support the delivery of a bespoke and purpose-built facility to help meet the needs of some of the county’s most vulnerable young people.”
Read More“A busy and much-extended secondary, we wanted two dedicated classrooms away from the school environment for young people aged 11 to 16 with social, emotional and mental health (SEMH) difficulties. S2e worked with us to build exactly what we needed.”
Read More“When we needed to add two new classrooms to our Victorian building so our pupils could learn in the best possible environment, S2e solved our access challenges with a brilliant answer – installing a timber-frame building without any major disruption.”
Read More“When a condition survey showed severe deterioration of brickwork at our Grade II Listed school was a danger to our 180 pupils and members of the public, S2e had the answer – handcrafted replacements and exceptional attention to detail.”
Read More“When our local authority asked us to provide 150 extra pupil places we saw the opportunity for a game-changing expansion that would improve the quality of learning for all our 1,000+ pupils. S2e suggested we opt for a modular building that could be completed to a high standard – and quickly delivered.”
Read More“When we needed to replace our inefficient, expensive and fossil-fuel guzzling coal fired boiler, S2e knew what to do. Through Public Sector Decarbonisation Scheme Funding, they installed super-efficient air-source heat pumps to set us on our path towards carbon zero.”
Read More“When we needed four new science labs for our expanding roll of 1,300 students, S2e had the answer – a speedy, eco-friendly modular build."
Read More“S2e provide excellent service. They are always available, communications are unfailingly smooth and we have complete trust in their expertise as they manage the considerable challenges that can arise with our MAT of 32 schools."
Read More“We are extremely pleased we had S2e on board to deliver these difficult projects on time and within budget. There was minimal disruption and they showed the high standards and attention to detail they are so widely renowned for."
Read More“A truly collaborative partnership with S2e has delivered a state-of the-art kitchen with minimal fuss and disruption in record time.”
Read More“S2e embraced the challenge of transforming a once unused courtyard into a multi-purpose music and fitness space.”
Read MoreThe Condition Improvement Fund (CIF) 2027-28 round is now open, with applications closing at 12 noon on 15 December 2026. This year’s guidance introduces changes to assessment weightings, makes costed options appraisals mandatory for every application and reinforces the need for compliant procurement and robust supporting evidence.
S2e will be attending several key events across the education sector this autumn, including the Suffolk Design Festival, the SAPCA National Play Conference, the CST National Conference and Education Estates® 2026. Here's where to find us and what we'll be discussing.
The DfE recently held a webinar on the school estate management standards annual return, covering its purpose, how the results will be used and what responsible bodies should be doing now to prepare. With the return opening on 22 September 2026, here are the key takeaways ahead of submission.
The DfE has updated its guidance on the School Estate Management Standards Annual Return, publishing the questions Responsible Bodies will be asked and confirming how the process will work. With the first return opening in the third week of September 2026 and a DfE webinar on 9 September, here is what the updated guidance confirms and what organisations should be doing now.
