As we end the first week in August, significant progress has been made across the Harrison site as part of our ongoing transformation into a unified, coeducational campus.

The following updates reflect the latest developments and improvements aligned with our strategic vision.

Classroom Refurbishment

• A number of classrooms on the Harrison site have now been fitted with newer furniture, repurposed from the Girls’ School, supporting our commitment to sustainability.
• A number of classrooms remain in the process of redecoration and furniture installation, with completion expected before the start of term.

Library Enhancements

• A new, dedicated quiet study area has been created specifically for Sixth Form pupils, enhancing academic support and independent learning.

Dining Room Improvements

• The dining room is currently undergoing redecoration.
• New access doors are being installed at the entrance to improve flow and accessibility.

Welfare Facilities

• Additional girls’ toilets have been completed across the site.
• New staff and pupil toilets have been installed in newly developed areas, improving overall welfare provision.

Signage and Wayfinding

• New external signage has been ordered to reflect the updated School identity.
• With the creation of the new coeducational school, all buildings are being re-named and some departments are moving to new locations.
• Internal signage, including classroom identifiers, is also being updated to support navigation and departmental clarity.

Staff Facilities

• A new staff resource room has been created to provide quiet working areas and space for lesson preparation.
• A dedicated ICT support office has been established, complete with new storage facilities.

Security and Access

• Several external doors have been replaced to enable improved access control and site security.

PE and Sports Facilities

• New PE classrooms and offices have been developed in the area previously occupied by Junior Boys’, enhancing sports education provision.

Wellbeing Garden

• The wellbeing garden is underway and will serve as a quiet, reflective space for pupils and staff.
• Features include seating, benches, raised flower beds, a paved area, and the planting site for the Mulberry tree, which has already borne fruit this year.

ICT Suites

• Two new ICT suites are nearing completion:
  • All data cabling and electrical work is finished.
  • Decoration and carpeting are in progress.
  • Ergonomic desks and chairs will be installed shortly.
  • These suites will accommodate 55 computers.

Mulberry House

• The transformation of Milton House into Mulberry House, our new Wellbeing Centre, is well underway:
  • Electrical work and installation of new internal doors are complete.
  • Decoration is nearly finished, with carpeting scheduled in the coming weeks.
  • The building includes a new staircase, lighting throughout, a kitchen, and staff and pupil toilets.
  • Mulberry House will house the Nurses, Heads and Assistant Heads of Division, SEN teams, and SEN classrooms.

Sustainability Efforts

• In line with our commitment to environmental responsibility, 10.4 tonnes of metal have been recycled so far this summer.

Work continues as we prepare for September to get everything ready for the arrival of your sons and daughters.