School Scaffolding for Barton Peveril College Arts & Design Building

Following the successful completion of Phase 1 and excellent feedback from the site management team, TWK Scaffolding was proud to be awarded Phase 2 of the Barton Peveril College redevelopment project. This phase involved the construction of a brand-new School of Arts & Design building, providing modern educational facilities for future generations of students.

As specialists in school scaffolding and new build scaffolding, TWK Scaffolding was responsible for delivering a comprehensive access solution to support all stages of the construction programme.

New Build Scaffolding for Education Projects

The project required the design, supply and erection of approximately 850 linear metres of fully boarded external access scaffolding. The scaffold was erected to six working lifts and provided safe access for contractors carrying out structural works, façade installation, cladding and rendering activities.

The external scaffold was designed to adapt alongside the changing requirements of the project, ensuring continuous safe access throughout each stage of construction.

Our experienced team worked closely with the principal contractor to maintain programme deadlines while ensuring all scaffolding operations complied with current health and safety regulations.

Internal School Scaffolding Solutions

Due to the building’s high internal ceiling heights, extensive internal scaffolding was required to facilitate the construction of internal walls and associated building works.

TWK Scaffolding supplied and erected approximately 1,200 linear metres of progressive internal access scaffolding, constructed to two lifts in height. This enabled contractors to safely carry out blockwork, partitioning, mechanical and electrical installations and finishing works throughout the building.

The progressive scaffolding system allowed the access arrangements to evolve alongside the construction programme, ensuring safe and efficient working conditions at all times.

HAKI Stair Towers and Goods Hoist Access

The unique shape of the building and the sequencing of the works created complex access requirements throughout the project.

To provide safe and efficient movement between working levels, TWK Scaffolding installed three full-height HAKI stair towers. These staircase systems allowed continuous access to all scaffold lifts and significantly improved site logistics for operatives working across multiple elevations.

In addition, a 2-tonne goods-only hoist was installed to facilitate the safe transportation of materials throughout the building. Dedicated run-off platforms were provided at each level, allowing contractors to load and unload materials quickly and safely while maintaining productivity on site.

Edge Protection and Safe Working at Height

Safety remained a key priority throughout the project. TWK Scaffolding installed approximately 500 metres of edge protection across floor slabs, roof sections and other exposed working areas to protect operatives working at height.

Some elements of the works required installation from Mobile Elevating Work Platforms (MEWPs), which were operated by our IPAF-trained scaffolding team. This approach ensured safe access could be achieved in areas where conventional installation methods were not suitable.

The combination of edge protection systems, HAKI stair towers, goods hoists and access scaffolding created a safe and efficient working environment for all trades involved in the construction process.

School Scaffolding Across Hampshire, Dorset and Wiltshire

TWK Scaffolding delivers specialist school scaffolding, college scaffolding and new build scaffolding solutions throughout Hampshire, Dorset and Wiltshire.

Our services include:

• School scaffolding
• College and university scaffolding
• New build scaffolding
• HAKI stair towers
• Goods hoists
• Edge protection systems
• Internal access scaffolding
• External access scaffolding
• Temporary roof scaffolding

The Barton Peveril College School of Arts & Design project demonstrates TWK Scaffolding’s ability to deliver large-scale access solutions for complex education sector developments while maintaining the highest standards of safety, quality and programme performance.