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Assess your estate and make a successful CIF bid
Assess your estate and make a successful CIF bid

Condition Improvement Fund (CIF) funding is intended to keep school and college buildings safe and in good working order, addressing the priorities of poor condition, structural safety, fire doors and alarms, boilers and electrics, roof coverings and windows, and emergency asbestos removal.

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Adam Richards26 January 2022Surveyors to Education
Rethinking the development of capital funding
Rethinking the development of capital funding

At the recent ISBL National Conference, Surveyors to Education Directors, Martin Hier and Roy Pett joined up with Chris Everard, Operations and Finance Director of The Wensum Trust to lead an interactive workshop titled, ‘Rethinking & challenging the development of capital funding.’

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Adam Richards9 December 2021Surveyors to EducationISBL
Tips for a good CIF application
Tips for a good CIF application

The Condition Improvement Fund (CIF) can provide game-changing funds to improve the condition of school and academy buildings – but only around a third of applications are accepted each year. So how can you make sure you submit a high-quality bid and increase your chances of success?

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Adam Richards9 November 2021Surveyors to Education
 What's new for CIF 2022-23
What's new for CIF 2022-23

The latest guidance has been published for academies wanting to apply for government funds to improve their buildings, and there are a few changes from last year.

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Adam Richards1 November 2021Surveyors to Education
Rethinking the academy and MAT estate
Rethinking the academy and MAT estate

We are delighted to confirm that S2e will be chairing a workshop at the forthcoming ISBL National Conference.

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Adam Richards15 October 2021Surveyors to EducationISBL
Public Sector Decarbonisation Scheme - Phase 3 date
Public Sector Decarbonisation Scheme - Phase 3 date

Phase 3 of the Public Sector Decarbonisation Scheme (PSDS), has been launched, with the announcement that the application portal will open at 2pm on Wednesday 6th October 2021.

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Adam Richards22 September 2021Surveyors to EducationDecarbonisation, Low Carbon Skills Fund
Applications for Phase 2 of the Low Carbon Skills Fund open to academies on 13 September
Applications for Phase 2 of the Low Carbon Skills Fund open to academies on 13 September

The application window for academies and maintained schools to apply for Phase 2 of the Low Carbon Skills Fund will open at 2pm on Monday 13 September 2021.

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Adam Richards9 September 2021Surveyors to EducationDecarbonisation, Low Carbon Skills Fund
Consultation launched for the School Rebuilding Programme
Consultation launched for the School Rebuilding Programme

The Department for Education (DfE) has launched a consultation inviting views on its approach to prioritising schools for future places in the School Rebuilding Programme.

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Adam Richards8 September 2021Surveyors to EducationDfE, School Rebuilding Programme
EBOOK: Construction projects – effective project management
EBOOK: Construction projects – effective project management

We have written an ebook to provide a brief guide on project managing construction work for your school, academy or MAT. This is the second part of our ebook guide, focusing on construction projects.

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Adam Richards1 September 2021Surveyors to EducationFunding, Ebook, Project Management
EBOOK: Academy construction projects – your legal duties
EBOOK: Academy construction projects – your legal duties

In this first part of our two part ebook series, focusing on construction projects, we look at the steps you need to take to comply with statutory requirements before embarking on any academy or MAT building project.

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Adam Richards22 August 2021Surveyors to EducationFunding, Ebook, CDM Regulations
Another successful CIF round for Surveyors to Education
Another successful CIF round for Surveyors to Education

We are delighted to announce that S2e have again secured over £20m of CIF funding for our academy and MAT clients. If you are an Academy Trust who has been unsuccessful with CIF in the 2021-22 round, and/or are considering a CIF application for next year, we would be pleased to offer you a free assessment of your requirements.

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Adam Richards7 July 2021Surveyors to EducationCondition Improvement Fund, Condition Surveys, DfE
Your academy construction project checklist
Your academy construction project checklist
Adam Richards29 June 2021Surveyors to Education
Starting an academy construction project? Don't ignore CDM
Starting an academy construction project? Don't ignore CDM

Regulations around Health & Safety on construction sites make things more complicated than they can first appear. And whether you are having maintenance or new building work carried out, you will have legal duties under the Construction (Design and Management) Regulations 2015 (CDM 2015) and all other associated Regulations.

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Adam Richards13 June 2021Surveyors to EducationFunding, Health and Safety, CDM Regulations
EBOOK: How academies can fund expansion through Section 106 grants
EBOOK: How academies can fund expansion through Section 106 grants

We have written an ebook to provide a brief guide to the opportunities that S106 funding can offer your academy or MAT when a new housing development means you need to expand.

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Adam Richards25 May 2021Surveyors to EducationFunding, Ebook, Section 106
20% boost to school and academy maintenance fund
20% boost to school and academy maintenance fund

Every school and academy in England can claim a share of almost £1.8 billion this year to help keep their school buildings in the best possible condition, the Government has announced.

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Adam Richards7 May 2021Surveyors to EducationSurveying, Property Maintenance, Funding
Phase 2 of £75m Decarbonisation Fund opens on 7 April
Phase 2 of £75m Decarbonisation Fund opens on 7 April

Multi-Academy Trusts (MATs), academies and schools planning to swap their old fossil-fuel heating system for an eco-friendly alternative can apply for a share of a £75m government decarbonisation fund. Find out how Surveyors to Education (S2e) can help.

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Adam Richards14 April 2021Surveyors to EducationSurveying, Roofing, Property Maintenance, RAAC, Decarbonisation
What is the problem with Reinforced Autoclaved Aerated Concrete (RAAC) in School Buildings?
What is the problem with Reinforced Autoclaved Aerated Concrete (RAAC) in School Buildings?

Does your school have RAAC in the roof, walls or floors? You may want to check your premises for RAAC yourself or engage appropriately qualified experts to carry out what can be a difficult task. Find out how Surveyors to Education (S2e) can help.

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Adam Richards8 April 2021Surveyors to EducationSurveying, Roofing, Property Maintenance, RAAC
Can academies benefit from 3D modelling?
Can academies benefit from 3D modelling?

Interactive 3D modelling has been described as the future of building surveying for academies and MATs. Computer technology that brings flat 2D ideas to life, it enables 3D visualisation of your academy or MAT estate, inside and out.

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Adam Richards24 March 2021Surveyors to EducationPremises Strategy, Surveying
EBOOK: What is a condition survey and why is it important?
EBOOK: What is a condition survey and why is it important?

We have written this ebook to provide a brief guide on school and academy condition surveys, why they are needed, and how they are essential if you want to secure funding for maintenance.

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Adam Richards18 March 2021Surveyors to EducationFunding, Ebook, Condition Surveys
MAT and academy re-brokering explained
MAT and academy re-brokering explained

MAT or academy re-brokering can land you with unexpected liabilities. The academy or trust that is now your responsibility may require hefty maintenance or capital investment.

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Adam Richards16 February 2021Surveyors to EducationRebrokering, Condition Surveys
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Beauchamp College: STEM Building Project
Beauchamp College: STEM Building Project

S2e’s expertise and dedication in constructing our new STEM building were outstanding. Their ability to navigate challenges and deliver a top-quality educational facility reflects their commitment to excellence. We are immensely grateful for their contribution.

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The Martin High School : Multipurpose Sports Centre
The Martin High School : Multipurpose Sports Centre

“The addition of this versatile and exciting facility to Martin High School has created greater opportunities to enhance health and well being for pupils and staff. It has also created a fantastic facility for the community, serving as a dedicated venue to optimise the sports offerings for individuals of all ages in the locality.

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Welland Park Academy Community College:  Sports Facility
Welland Park Academy Community College: Sports Facility

“Surveyors to Education (S2e) are nothing short of amazing! They are very supportive; they communicate consistently well and remove a lot of the stress of managing a big project. They have been both the designer and the school’s representative through the process and they really want to ensure we understand what is going on at each step of the process.”

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Humphrey Perkins School: English and Maths Modular Teaching Block
Humphrey Perkins School: English and Maths Modular Teaching Block

“Together, we have overseen the replacement of a dilapidated temporary mobile with a state-of-the-art two-storey bespoke English and maths block which has enabled us to bring our departments together and create some fantastic spaces for our students to thrive”

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Simon Cole sports centre: delivering a sustainable school sports hall project at Manor High School
Jul 14, 2025
Sports Hall
Simon Cole sports centre: delivering a sustainable school sports hall project at Manor High School
Jul 14, 2025
Sports Hall

S2e was appointed to deliver the Simon Cole Sports Centre — a £4.1 million sports hall and classroom project at Manor High School. Designed to support a 200-student intake increase and enable full GCSE PE curriculum delivery, the facility also incorporates Net Zero technologies and provides lasting value to the wider community through out-of-hours use.

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Jul 14, 2025
Sports Hall
Shape the Future of Education: Join the S2E Team!
Jun 6, 2025
Education and Estates Strategy, Condition Improvement Fund
Shape the Future of Education: Join the S2E Team!
Jun 6, 2025
Education and Estates Strategy, Condition Improvement Fund

We are growing and thrilled to announce several exciting new vacancies to join our multidisciplinary team of architects, building surveyors, engineers, health & safety specialists, and operations professionals. If you're looking to contribute to impactful projects and develop your career within a supportive and forward-thinking environment, we want to hear from you!

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Jun 6, 2025
Education and Estates Strategy, Condition Improvement Fund
2025-2026 Condition Improvement Fund (CIF) outcome
Jun 4, 2025
Education and Estates Strategy, Condition Improvement Fund
2025-2026 Condition Improvement Fund (CIF) outcome
Jun 4, 2025
Education and Estates Strategy, Condition Improvement Fund

Last week the Department for Education (DfE) announced the Condition Improvement Fund (CIF) outcomes for 2025-26, allocating £470 million for 789 projects across 656 eligible institutions. Despite a 5% increase in funding, this year’s results mark another record low in successful projects and schools, both down approximately 10% compared to last year.

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Jun 4, 2025
Education and Estates Strategy, Condition Improvement Fund
The Cancellation of the Low Carbon Skills Fund and the Decarbonisation of the Education Estate
May 23, 2025
Education and Estates Strategy, Energy, Decarbonisation
The Cancellation of the Low Carbon Skills Fund and the Decarbonisation of the Education Estate
May 23, 2025
Education and Estates Strategy, Energy, Decarbonisation

The Department for Energy Security and Net Zero (DESNZ) has recently announced the cancellation of the Low Carbon Skills Fund (LCSF), which previously provided grants to help public sector organisations access expert advice and develop heat decarbonisation plans for their estates. This year, the government concluded that the fund is no longer necessary, pointing to the availability of alternative sources of support, including Local Net Zero Hubs.

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May 23, 2025
Education and Estates Strategy, Energy, Decarbonisation

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Construction Project ManagementArchitectural DesignPrincipal Designer & CDMPlanning ApplicationsFeasibility StudiesMechanical & Electrical DrawingsStructural EngineeringContractor SelectionConstruction Cost Planning

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Funding & Bid Writing IntroductionCondition Improvement Fund (CIF)School Condition Allocation (SCA) PrioritisationPost-16 Capital FundingPublic Sector Decarbonisation FundLow Carbon Skills FundEV Charger Grants

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