Education

Masterminding a new building project is an exciting yet demandingprospect. Especially so when you are in the building services sector.

Specialising in the design, installation and maintenance of building services solutions, SES has established a strongreputation as one of the leading, independent building services companies in the UK.

Operating throughout an integrated network of local offices across the country, but utilising the strengths of a nationalbusiness, SES works on projects for both the public and private sectors offering clients a true national capability withthe added value of local presence.

As part of being a national solutions provider, we also operate a module manufacturing facility called PRISM(Prefabricated Integrated Services Modules) and a facilities management company called Shepherd FM,making our service truly ‘cradle-to-grave’.

Big BusinessSES is part of Shepherd Group, one of Europe's largest privately owned businesses. The Group's operations innational and international markets include substantial companies in Construction and Engineering, Manufacturingand Property Development.

The ultimate solutions provider

Education has never been more visible an issue than it is today. Currently more and more people are staying on at school postGCSE, and the Government’s target of 50% of school leavers to go on to further education, has resulted in the continuingneed for better facilities.

Along with all stakeholders in this sector, it is our aim to create inspirational learning environments, which not only makestudents want to learn, but also produces an environment where teachers are proud to teach.

We aim to:/ Work collaboratively with our customers to achieve mutual benefits/ Develop a culture of openness, trust and communication/ Ensure minimal disruption to curriculum delivery during the building phase/ Incorporate construction and M&E activities into curriculum delivery through demonstrations, site visits,

coursework opportunities and where appropriate, work placements/ Consult with stakeholders during all stages of the programme/ Care for the environment and the local community

Lifelong learning is a realityWe are excited about the difference we can make to the lives ofyoung people, and others working and living in the local community.

Henley Business School | University of Reading

Employing theexperts“Within the Education Sector, a number of complex procurementroutes, coupled with the need for a supply chain that truly understandsthe transformational education requirements, highlighted the necessityfor expertise in this sector. This includes being able to inform, guideand shape the culture of our business as well as supporting ourchannels in meeting their own objectives.

“Our team of education specialists ensures a single source of information,knowledge and experience. Not only for our customers, but also forour employees, supply chain and consultants working on educationprojects throughout the UK.

“The education of our children couldn’t be more important than it is today.We have seen how the world’s financial climate can change in a matter ofdays, having an immediate effect on the employment market. We shouldtherefore encourage our children to get the education that they deserveand become prepared for the world of employment.”

Mike Smith | Head of Sectors | SES

A thinking business“We strongly believe that collaborative partnerships provide thebest value for money and deliver tangible benefits and superbresults for all involved.

“Our key strengths include our skill at partnering with clients, consortiamembers, advisors and supply chain. We continue to build solidrelationships with all stakeholders and focus on projects wherewe can succeed by adding value, in all aspects of the lifelong learning process.

“Adding value and delivering for our customers is an intrinsic part of ourrelationship activities and responsibilities. We are a ‘thinking business’ -that’s what our customers expect, that’s what they need and that’swhat we deliver.”

David Mason | Business Director | SES

New investment, new ways of working,new demands on everyone’s time. Andmost of all, a requirement for new andrefurbished facilities.

Putting together a team to deliver a newbuild or refurbishment project successfully isyet another challenge, and one which youcannot afford to get wrong. And whom youselect as a building services provider is oneof the key elements in the whole process.

You need people who understand yourneeds. Who understand that budgetsmust be adhered to. That quality mustbe guaranteed.

You need people who have done thisbefore. Who understand. Who will befocussed on just one thing - your needs.

Our experience of working in this sectortypifies our strategy of specialising in chosenmarkets where we have developed a firstclass reputation for delivering qualityproducts and services to a select range ofclients. Our track record speaks for itself.

Working in theEducation Sectoris a challenging,rewarding andinspiring area inwhich to operate,providingever-increasingopportunitiesto be innovative.

Primary and early years

We’re giving children thebest possible start

Enabling children to reach their full potential beginsin earnest at Key Stage 1, and the DCSF goal is toprovide ‘excellence and enjoyment for every child’.

If you improve school buildings and do away withthe ‘mend and make do’ culture, teachers canconcentrate on their pupils instead of dealingwith problems concerning the building itself.

"Working on a project in the Education Sectoris always a great pleasure - as it is thesepremises that can help shape the futureof today's children. Harrowgate Hill is partof a very special group of schools and theentire project team were delighted whenit was handed over to the client earlyand on budget!"

Dan Chappel | Project Manager | SES

Darlington Education Village

Secondary schools and academiesWe are committed to reducing carbon emissions andmaking the most of sustainable features to help protectthe environment. Notably, we are able to study energyusage, use rainwater for flushing toilets, use alternativesources of energy, as well as using recycled materialsfor construction.

At SES we consider the design of buildings in theongoing drive to improve the services for teachers andpupils alike. Wider corridors, toilet blocks near toclassrooms (possibly unisex) and staff roomsstrategically located to allow for passive supervision,along with the reduction in bullying are just a few ofthe ‘thinking’ processes we go through.

SES has been involved in BSF from its infancy,delivering one of the first schools within the BSFpathfinder. This early learning has provided an excellentplatform for delivering future schemes.

Here you will find a combination of sustainable energysystems designed to suit each individual project. Thisallows us to develop BREEAM excellent rated schoolswhilst reducing carbon emissions by up to 60%.

Working closely with the whole design team is essentialin order to achieve the aspirations of the programme,whilst still achieving BB101 strict requirements.

Design for fire strategy, acoustics, security access andlighting all play a major part in the successful delivery ofeducation facilities, especially when consideringextended community use.

BSF is more than just a building programme; its aim isto create learning environments that inspire all youngpeople to unlock hidden talents and reach their fullpotential, and to provide teachers with 21st centuryplaces of work, providing access to facilities that canalso be used by all members of the local community.

“Tong High School provides its pupils withoutstanding facilities and opportunities tolearn. SES has been integral in building theinfrastructure of what is truly a significantachievement for the BSF scheme.”

John Petrie | Assistant Head Teacherand BSF Lead | Tong High School

Tong High School | Bradford

Big Wood High School | Nottingham BSF Temple Moor High School | Leeds BSF

Christ’s College | Guildford

Stockley Academy | Middlesex

All images | Pond Meadow School | Guildford

“Darlington Education Village was the first of its kind ever to be built in England,bringing primary, secondary and special needs onto one campus.

SES was part of the project team, working with Kajima, responsible for alldomestic services. Now the school has been operational for a few years we

are able to fully appreciate the contributions that SES made.”Dame Dela Smith | Executive Director | Darlington Education Village

Special educational needs

At SES we are sympathetic to, and experienced in, special educationalneeds, whether it be in mainstream or S.E.N. facilities

Environmental services areparticularly important whenconsidering the comfort andwellbeing of children in everyfacility:

Acoustics: the transfer of noisebetween classrooms as well asexternal noise and reverberationwithin rooms can have an effect onchildren with sensory impairmentsor autism.

Lighting and Daylight:requirements could include lightinglevels that enhance sight and are

free of shadow and reflections, asthey can change the mood of aspace through dimming whilstremaining flicker free.

Heating Systems: care andattention must be paid whenplanning the heating in all schools,with particular emphasis in S.E.N.For example, under-floor heating is agood provider of ambient heating,but is not practical if air changesoccur due to frequently openingdoors. It can also provide excessiveheat for large matted areas wherechildren are sitting for long periods.

Temperature requirements alsochange for differing disabilitiesand S.E.N.

Ventilation: we appreciate thatventilation should be considered atthe same time as acoustics andheating. For example, some systemscould be particularly distracting forcertain pupils and it may be arequirement to use low noisesystems.

University of Warwick

Aces Building | Sheffield Hallam University

Learning Resource Centre | University of Sheffield

Teesside University

New College Durham

Devonshire Building | University of Newcastle

CollegesParticipation in education and training at age 16plus isdramatically increasing and with this brings the need to providehigher standards and greater choice of 6th form colleges.Many of the goals and aspirations of secondary schools aremirrored in colleges. These include good lighting, ventilation andthe use of sustainable technologies to achieve BREEAM excellent.

Further and Higher Education

UniversitiesHigher education in this country continues to be recognisedthroughout the world for the quality of its teaching and research.Growth in student numbers, employer links and wideningparticipation are key challenges for the sector and it is essentialthat it continues to invest in quality to underpin its research base.

Devonshire Building

“It has been a pleasure for me to work on such aproject with such a committed team where theemphasis was on the projects and in satisfyingthe needs of the University.”

Nick PurdieProject Development OfficerUniversity of Newcastle

University of Reading

“SES is proud to be involved in what was the firstBusiness School in the UK, and is still a leadinginternational institution, ranked among the top 200universities in the world.

“This fast tracked project was handed over to theclient at the end of March 2009. This was a majorachievement for us, in terms of supply chainmanagement, as it involved co-ordinating more than100 nationwide suppliers to deliver products to sitewithin very tight timescales. We’re extremelypleased with the end result.”

Robert DohertyDivisional Director | SES

Our commitment to the world we live inSustainability to us is about using business growth to improveenvironments and communities now and for future generations.By engaging with customers, end-users and local communities, wecreate shared understanding of the needs and impacts of our projects,together with a view of what is technically possible and affordable.We understand that there needs to be an appropriate balance betweenour core financial objectives, increasing our alignment with keystakeholder groups and fulfilling the range of responsibilities tosociety and the communities in which we operate.

Corporate social responsibility

Our approach is simpleWe develop and inspire our people to meet thefuture demands of the business. We seek tominimise our impact on the environment byreducing our carbon footprint and minimisingwaste. We support communities through providingopportunities for employment, working withschools, voluntary organisations and local charities.We provide leadership and raise awareness ofthese issues with all of our stakeholders.

Integrated responsibilityAs an industry we are facing many challenges - theintroduction of new legislation, tough new regulations onsustainable building plus a shortage of skilled people. To trulymake a difference and accelerate progress in this area, webelieve in working in partnership with our customers, suppliersand industry peers. We feel a strong sense of responsibility tothe communities we serve and we’re determined to play ourpart in making them sustainable places to live and work,now and in the future.

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