Education
"Modern learning environments should inspire students, build their confidence and nurture their abilities." Paul Thomas, Divisional Director, Construction
Osborne’s experience extends across the entire spectrum of 
education from Nursery and Primary Schools through Secondary Schools to Sixth Form and Further Education Colleges and Universities. In both the public and private sectors, by working closely with the client, teaching staff and project team as early as possible in the process we aim to understand the key issues and aspirations driving the project right from the start.
Collaborative Working
Our long history of collaborative working with local Education Authorities and individual Schools, Colleges and Universities has given us a valuable insight into client’s priorities when developing new teaching facilities. Partnering programmes such as those with Surrey County Council, the Isle of Wight Council and the London Borough of Redbridge have resulted in Osborne delivering more than 20 new or upgraded schools over the last three years.
The “Every Child Matters” initiative offers a unique opportunity to develop learning environments that truly reflect the educational needs and aspirations of today’s and future generations. Osborne embrace the opportunity to address the needs and sensitivities of every school and community as we work in partnership with teachers, students, parents and other stakeholders to develop sustainable education solutions.
Further and Higher Education
Osborne has an impressive list of over twenty clients for whom we have successfully completed complex and challenging contracts in recent years, often within live campus environments. One of the most significant is the recent £32m creation of a building behind a retained façade for the London School of Economics and Political Science that has significantly enhanced their ability to provide first class facilities for their students, lecturers and staff.
Our technical expertise in specialist learning environments such as laboratories, lecture theatres, sports halls, music and dance studios enables us to meet the aspirations of Universities and Colleges as they develop facilities suitable for the needs of 21st century Higher and Further Education.
My experience of working with the Osborne team was a very positive one. Everyone was very professional and efficient yet friendly and relaxed – we had a few laughs along the way. The school is stunning, built to a high specification and finish. The children, parents and staff love the space and light airy feeling of the building.
Gill Bodman, Head Teacher, Western House School, Cippenham, Slough.
For more information about our expertise in this sector click on our Education brochure or contact construction@osborne.co.uk