Monmouthshire County Council required a new standalone outdoor classroom facility at Kymin View School to support additional learning activities and
provide a flexible teaching environment connected to the wider school grounds. The project required a complete design, manufacture and installation solution
delivered within a live school environment while maintaining safe separation between construction activities and day-to-day school operations.
The building needed to provide a welcoming and practical space suitable for outdoor education, small group learning and enrichment activities. The design
also needed to visually complement the existing school buildings, including the use of colour-matched window frames and durable external finishes suitable for long-term educational use.
Horizontal Cedral cladding was installed on site to provide a durable, weather-resistant façade with a clean and contemporary appearance. The cladding system offers long-term performance while requiring minimal maintenance, ensuring the building remains robust and visually consistent within the school environment.
Green framed windows were specified to match the existing school buildings, helping the new classroom integrate naturally with the wider campus. This careful coordination of materials and colours ensures the structure blends sympathetically into the established school setting.
The building incorporates step-free access to support inclusive use by pupils, staff, and visitors. Level thresholds and clear access routes ensure the facility is easily accessible while supporting safe circulation within the outdoor learning area.
A brick plinth was constructed around the base of the building to complement the existing architecture and provide additional durability at ground level. This feature helps protect the external envelope from wear while visually tying the new structure into the surrounding buildings.
Custom built-in L-shaped bench seating was incorporated into the classroom layout to maximise seating capacity while maintaining clear circulation space. The seating provides a practical and space-efficient solution for group learning activities.
A compact kitchenette was included to support practical activities, refreshments, and staff use during lessons or outdoor learning sessions. The installation was carefully integrated into the overall layout without reducing usable teaching space.
A fully equipped hygiene room and accessible WCs were provided to deliver dignified, compliant facilities tailored to pupils with additional learning needs.
The internal arrangement was designed to maximise the available floor area while maintaining a clear and functional layout for teaching activities, movement, and supervision.
Large windows provide natural light and views of the surrounding outdoor environment, creating an open and welcoming learning space that encourages engagement and a strong connection with the outdoor setting.