Between 2001 and 2011, England experienced the fastest rise in the birth rate since the 1950s, resulting in rising demand for primary school places over the last four years.
Recently released statistics predict that an extra 900,000 new school places will be needed over the next decade, with almost 1 in 5 primary schools already operating at, or above, maximum capacity. Predicting where these baby boomers will end up starting, and completing, their education is a tough call, but those of you on the ground have probably got a good feel for what is coming your way.
Clearly, funding so far has been inadequate to provide space for the growing pupil numbers, but as the shortage exacerbates the overcrowding problem, more funds must be made available. If you are currently experiencing excess demand for places and are fortunate enough to have secured funding to extend your classroom facilities, it is worth considering a building that can enhance the educational experience of your pupils.
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