Orsett Heath School
A project by the Department for Education to deliver the new 8,610sqm secondary school, Orsett Heath Academy, part of the South-West Essex Community Education Trust in Thurrock, Essex. The school has the capacity for up to 1,200 pupils aged 11-16 in its 3-storey accommodation.
Location
Essex
Product
Timber Cladding
Species
Thermo Ayous Fire Treated
Treatments
Fire Treated
Architect
Stride Treglown
The new secondary school will showcase innovative internal design features including a double-height dining area, spaces for students to collaborate and share ideas, and a performing arts hub.
The project has been described as a “very exciting” development for children and families in Thurrock and will replace the temporary accommodation where students are currently learning with a brand new, state-of-the-art secondary school.
Why was thermally modified Ayous used?
Externally, the project includes extensive hard and soft landscaping, parking areas for cars and bicycles, outside lockers, playing fields and the installation of a Multi-Use Games Area. The durability of the timber allows it to remain attractive and damage free in such a high traffic area whilst the timber also compliments the beautiful landscaping.
