Kier To Build Isle Of Sheppey Academy

Formerly part of the Kent Building Schools for the Future LEP1 programme, the £54m Isle of Sheppey Academy project will see construction of a facility across two sites on the east and west of the island, to serve 2,450 students. The Academy, specialising in business, enterprise and sport, will include a media suite, drama facilities, dance studios, performance studio, sports halls and outdoor sporting facilities, as well as a vocational centre.

Contracts have now been signed for Kier to deliver the £54m Isle of Sheppey Academy on behalf of Kent County Council. The academy will be built to a renewable energy strategy aimed at reducing emissions by 60% compared with 2002 building regulation standards.

Kier Group chief executive Paul Sheffield commented: As a company committed to providing first class learning establishments for the 21st century, Kier is particularly proud to be involved with the delivery of this landmark scheme. The construction team looks forward to demonstrating its ability to deliver educational facilities that enhance the learning experience and are of award-winning calibre.”

Executive head teachers Alan Klee and David Rahman commented: “We are very excited to be working with Kier to construct the new Academy buildings. The construction process will provide Academy students and staff with a unique opportunity to see the different phases of a large building project - a true learning journey for us all. Working in close collaboration with Kier we will ensure there is no disruption to learning as the iconic buildings take shape.”