Schools shape all of our lives. As architects, we look to push the boundaries of design and provide the best learning environments for the development of students – both intellectually and emotionally.
We create flexible and varied learning environments, with social spaces for pupils to share, observe and copy others’ behaviour to support their growth. Our imaginative spaces provide a sense of belonging, ensuring students feel safe and at home. At the same time, they enable teachers to adapt and respond to individual needs.
By connecting our indoor spaces with the outside world, we bring learning outdoors – exposing students to nature and taking them away from technology for different educational experiences.
Our drive for improving schools and further education colleges led us to embark on our latest research project, which explores the impact of the physical environment on pupil and staff wellbeing. The findings from this study inform and guide our education projects.
Insights | 29th January 2026
Will Allen is a project director within our schools team. As policy increasingly positions SEND provision as an integral part of mainstream education, Will highlights the crucial role of design and spatial planning in creating SEND ready schools that are genuinely inclusive. He believes that if inclusion is to move beyond policy ambition, design must be part of the conversation. Government data shows that the number of pupils in England identified with special educational […]
News | 30th May 2025
We are proud to have secured planning permission for the regeneration of Kneller Hall—a multi-phased masterplan that reimagines this historically rich site as the new home of Radnor House School, part of the Dukes Education family. The development will create modern teaching spaces and high-quality sports facilities for both pupils and the wider community. At […]
News | 14th April 2025
We’re kicking off the week with news that Shireland CBSO Academy and Bloxham Grove Academy have been shortlisted for Education Property Awards 2025. The Education Property Awards recognise innovative projects, organisations and individuals in the education property space. The winners will be announced on 20th May at a UKREiiF fringe event. The full list of […]
— Chair
Craig Cullimore
— Chief Executive
Stephen Miles
