Mellor Primary School

The links to the surrounding landscape were fundamental to the design. The school believes that learning through the outdoor environment is key to helping children build resilience, resourcefulness and an ability to work together. This philosophy is embedded in their Forest School Programme, and aims to encourage a love for the environment while developing skills and knowledge

 

Innovative sustainable construction techniques are at the heart of this structure -  straw bales in conjunction with SIP panels to the walls and roof are formed around a central timber glulam frame. The buildings walls and roof are clad in cedar. Materials were used that have A+ or A ratings under the BREEAM’s Green Guide. F.S.C timber was used for the development and insulation materials have a GWP of 5 or less.