New special educational needs school in Lambeth nears completion
Construction work for a new high tech special educational needs school for the Livity School in Lambeth, designed by Haverstock Architects, is nearing completion.
The new school is being built in Adare Walk, Streatham, Lambeth which will replace the existing smaller site in Brixton. It has been designed to accommodate 90 children with special educational needs in the age group of two to eleven years.
The school is a purpose built, three-storey facility. It is noted for dramatic design features, and has been designed on the basis of an extensive research into pupil’s movements through the school day.
The school features an elevated walkway, which is accessible by means of a very gentle ramp, thereby visually and acoustically connecting the building. The roof of the building has a dedicated play area, which has been designed specifically for the young children.
A site visit for the school is scheduled on 28 September 2012. Construction of the school entailed an investment of £10 million ($16.22 million) and is being undertaken by Mulalley & Co. The project has been 10 years in the making and is expected to open by late 2012.
