Over the past decade, the number of local pupils requiring special educational, health, and social care plans has risen by approximately 10 per cent each year, with numbers expected to continue increasing
A significant milestone was reached this week in the construction of the new £22 million Wembley Manor School, as teachers, councillors, and construction workers came together to celebrate the final installation of the modular units used to build the classrooms. The ultra-sustainable school, located on London Road, is set to provide an additional 150 Special Educational Needs and Disabilities (SEND) places in Brent, offering local children more educational options within the borough.
The development of Wembley Manor School is a response to the growing demand for SEND places in Brent. Over the past decade, the number of local pupils requiring special educational, health, and social care plans has risen by approximately 10 per cent each year, with numbers expected to continue increasing. A recent report by London Councils highlighted a similar trend across the capital, emphasising the need for more specialised support for families.
The new school site spans an area of 3,801 square meters over three stories and consists of 121 modular units. These units were manufactured at Reds10’s offsite facility in East Yorkshire before being shipped to London Road and installed on-site.
This week’s celebration included a tour of the newly installed ground-floor classrooms by Muhammed Butt, Leader of Brent Council; Gwen Grahl, Cabinet Member for Children, Young People, and Schools; and Teo Benea, Cabinet Member for Regeneration, Planning and Property. They were joined by ward councillors and teachers from the school, including Headteacher Louise Kimber and Deputy Headteacher Andrew Chaplin.
Gwen Grahl expressed her enthusiasm for the project, saying, “It’s fantastic to see the work that has gone into building a top-quality school that we know is going to have a huge positive impact on local children with special educational needs. I want to thank Reds10, and everyone who has come together to work on this project. We look forward to welcoming pupils through the doors in October.”
The new school site spans an area of 3,801 square meters over three stories and consists of 121 modular units. These units were manufactured at Reds10’s offsite facility in East Yorkshire before being shipped to London Road and installed on-site. The modular construction approach streamlined the building process and contributed to the school’s sustainability goals.
Jayne Jardine, CEO of The Rise Partnership Trust, shared her excitement about the new facility: “We are really looking forward to moving into our new site. Our students will benefit hugely from the educational environment, and we look forward to building strong links with the local community as we settle into our new school. It has been a pleasure to work with Reds10 and Brent Council on this exciting joint venture. This school will support Brent as it strives to offer additional specialist places for pupils from across the borough.”
Joe Shepherd, Director and Education Sector Lead for Reds10, emphasised the company’s pride in the project, saying, “Wembley Manor School will provide an incredible SEND facility for Brent, and we are extremely proud of the progress we’ve made to bring the new school to fruition. The successful installation of the modular units ahead of schedule is a testament to our team’s hard work and dedication and our commitment to delivering high-quality and sustainable educational facilities for pupils to learn and thrive.”
A key achievement of the project has been securing BREEAM certification with an impressive design score of 98.9, positioning the school on track to achieve an overall BREEAM Outstanding rating. Additionally, the project earned a perfect score of 45 out of 45 for the Considerate Constructors Scheme (CCS) and was nominated for a CCS award. These accolades highlight the project’s commitment to sustainability and responsible construction practices.
“It’s fantastic to see the work that has gone into building a top-quality school that we know is going to have a huge positive impact on local children with special educational needs. I want to thank Reds10, and everyone who has come together to work on this project. We look forward to welcoming pupils through the doors in October”
Gwen Grahl, Cabinet Member for Children, Young People, and Schools
The completion of the modular units marks a major step forward in the construction of Wembley Manor School. With the school set to open its doors in October, the local community can look forward to a state-of-the-art facility that will provide essential support and opportunities for children with special educational need
