Construction of the STEAM vertical extension and reconfiguration to the existing Hastings building as part of the school’s ‘Ex-Humilibus’ masterplan:

Phase 1A STEAM
New three storey extension and construction of a new third floor over the existing Science Building to provide Art and Design Technology rooms alongside the existing teaching labs.
Partial reconfiguration & refurbishment of existing rooms at ground floor with external landscaping
2no. temporary offices for use by the school

Phase 1B Hastings
Internal reconfiguration and refurbishment of existing Hastings building to convert the teaching block into a new kitchen and dining hall including some structural services and below ground drainage alterations.

Following the success of both phases and another GDST project at Bromley high School, Neilcott negotiated directly with the Trust to undertake Phase 2 of the development at Wimbledon High to deliver a new £7m Sixth Form Centre.

The Phase 1A new build extension is constructed using a steel frame with a SFS, insulated cavity, brick/blockwork and partial cladded outer envelope. Internal floors were formed using profile decking, concrete with a screed topping. 

Access within the building is via a stairmaster permanent formwork concrete staircase and internal lift to all floors. A secondary external steel staircase has been installed to provide alternative means of escape.
The roof is primarily constructed using metsec joists, OSB decking and a warm roof covering.