John Turner Building Edges Towards Grand Opening

After the worst winter weather in recent memory, our John Turner Building construction team could be forgiven for slipping behind schedule. However, with almost three weeks still to go until the start of term, construction has been completed and they have handed over to interior fit-out specialists bang on time to ensure the building is fully functional for staff and pupils to move in come September.

At this stage in the project, it is becoming very easy to visualise the exceptional facilities pupils will have at their disposal, in the new Music Department and Lecture Theatre on the ground floor, contemporary Thinking Space and Learning Development Department on the first floor, and bright, spacious Art Department on the second.

All flooring has now been installed, including the ‘mood carpets’ and artificial grass in the Thinking Space. Bespoke furniture and technology will soon follow, with state-of-the-art television display screens available to teachers in every classroom to facilitate fully interactive lessons.

These photographs give you a sneak preview of what to expect, with an ‘open house’ official opening on Friday 19 September. The College would like to thank all those who have generously contributed to our John Turner Fundraising Campaign, which has ensured pupils will have access to the best possible facilities and learning resources. We have now passed the 99% milestone and are just £997 short of the £100,000 target. If you would still like to donate, please visit the development page for further information.