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Department for Education primary school
Purpose-built, sustainable one-building design
Learning environment for 470 pupils
Phased delivery on a live school site
Following a review of current and future educational needs, Hill West Primary School in north Sutton Coldfield was identified for redevelopment as a new Department for Education school. A competitive DfE procurement process led to Tilbury Douglas Construction, working with Associated Architects, being appointed to deliver a purpose-built primary school and associated site works. The project will provide a modern learning environment for approximately 470 pupils, from nursery through to Year 6, within a single, cohesive building.
The new two-storey school has been designed as a one-building solution, improving circulation, accessibility and day-to-day operation for pupils and staff. Sustainability and technology are central to the design approach, supporting contemporary teaching methods while reducing environmental impact. The project aims to create a school that fosters pride, respect and a strong sense of ownership, leaving a lasting legacy for the community and supporting Hill West in becoming the first-choice primary school in the area.
The development will be delivered in carefully planned phases, allowing the existing school to remain operational throughout construction. While the site appears generous, retained playing fields and sports facilities significantly limit buildable areas. Additional constraints include challenging level changes, areas of flood risk, a single point of access, restricted parking and servicing, and the complexities of working within a live school environment. The building has been strategically positioned to minimise groundworks and support an efficient construction programme.
