Modular for Further Education
Further Education (FE) institutions in the UK provide hands-on, practical training to students in a variety of fields.
As these institutions expand their programmes and student populations, they require buildings that are specifically designed to support their unique educational needs.
Modular construction can provide a flexible and cost-effective solution to meet this need.
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Why Elite?
Elite Systems has worked in the FE sector for decades, and we are well versed on the types and uses of FE buildings, and how they support teaching and learning.
- Accredited modular supplier
- Crown Commercial Service supplier
- Member of Modular and Portable Building Association
- Holds ISO Certifications
- 30 years experience
- Bespoke to the mm
Environmentally
focused
Lower carbon construction solution for further education
Reduced
build times
Modular for further education means far lower build times, resulting in minimal disruption and a more cost-effective solution
Factory controlled
quality
Every stage of a modular build with Elite is thoroughly checked to ensure strict quality standards are met
Types of buildings in Further Education
FE institutions require a range of buildings to support their educational programmes.
These buildings can include:
Classroom buildings
Classroom buildings are designed to provide spaces for lectures, seminars, and other types of academic presentations. They may include traditional classrooms, as well as specialised classrooms for practical training in fields such as engineering or construction.
Workshop buildings
Workshop buildings are designed to provide spaces for hands-on, practical training in a variety of fields. They may include specialised equipment and resources to support a range of practical training programmes, like apprenticeships.
Library buildings
Library buildings provide spaces for students and faculty in further education to conduct research and access academic resources. They may include traditional library spaces, as well as computer labs, study rooms, and other resources for academic research.
Administrative buildings
Administrative buildings provide spaces for the administrative and support staff. These buildings may include offices, meeting rooms, and other spaces to support administrative functions.
What can our Further Education building be used for?
FE buildings are designed to support a range of educational activities and programmes. Some of the primary uses of these buildings include:
Teaching and learning
FE buildings are designed to support teaching and learning in a variety of fields. They provide spaces for lectures, seminars, labs, and other types of academic activities.
Practical training
FE institutions focus heavily on providing practical training to students. Buildings such as workshop buildings and specialised classrooms support this type of training.
Research and development
FE institutions are often involved in academic research and development activities. Library buildings and computer labs provide spaces and resources to support these activities.
Administrative and support functions
Administrative buildings provide spaces for support functions such as finance, human resources, and facilities management.
Benefits of modular construction for Further Education
Modular construction offers a range of benefits for FE institutions.
Some of the primary benefits include:
Cost-effective
Modular construction can be a cost-effective alternative to traditional construction methods. Modular buildings can be constructed off-site, which can reduce construction time and labour costs.
Flexibility
Modular buildings can be easily reconfigured or expanded as needed, providing FE institutions with greater flexibility as their needs change.
Sustainability
Modular buildings are often built with sustainable materials and practices, which can reduce the environmental impact of construction.
Quality
Modular buildings are manufactured in a controlled environment, which can ensure a higher level of quality control and consistency in construction.
Speed
Modular buildings can be constructed more quickly than traditional buildings, which can allow FE institutions to quickly expand their facilities and accommodate growing student populations.
In conclusion, modular construction can provide a flexible and cost-effective solution to meet the building requirements of FE institutions, while also offering benefits such as cost savings, flexibility, sustainability, quality, and speed.
Case studies in further education
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Tameside Borough Council urgently needed extra classroom space at Denton Community College, approaching us for a new modular building within eight weeks. Our rapid design, manufacturing, and on-site construction ensured the completion of a six-classroom block before the new school year.
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We built a BREEAM-accredited modular 5-room complex for Ravenscliffe High School, featuring eco-friendly and special educational needs (SEN) facilities.
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We stepped in to deliver a four-classroom building for Alder Community High School after a previous supplier failed. Collaborating closely, we finalized the design with large windows and roof lights. Despite a tight timeframe, our communication and efficiency ensured timely completion.
Building modular for Further Education in the UK
We build so much more than just modular classrooms! We work with education institutions in the further education sector all over the UK. Here are just some of those locations.
- Birmingham
- Blackburn
- Bristol
- Cambridge
- Cardiff
- Coventry
- Edinburgh
- Essex
- Glasgow
- Hull
- Lancaster
- Leeds
- London
- Manchester
- Newcastle
- Nottingham
- Scotland
- Southampton
- York
- Yorkshire
This list is by no means comprehensive so, wherever you’re based, get in touch and we’ll see how we can help your institution.
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