Education

With a deep understanding of the opportunities and challenges shaping the education sector, our multidisciplinary team delivers tailored property solutions aligned to the unique needs and objectives of your institution.

From state funded facilities to private and grammar schools, as well as nurseries, higher education institutions and universities, our trusted advisers provide industry leading services in every field. Whether you are looking to release value from surplus property or acquire or develop a new educational facility, we will advise you on the best approach and methods to do so.

Whatever your objectives, our experts will build the right team to deliver the best outcomes. From feasibility and design, through to project delivery, our specialists provide informed, practical advice that ensures projects are delivered efficiently and with long-term value in mind.

Our specialty in providing funding support means we will guide you with confidence through the funding application process. We will ensure that your CIF bid or sustainability grant application is delivered on time and positioned for success. Alongside our funding expertise, we provide a full suite of property consultancy services, from condition surveys and estate planning to ongoing asset management.

Alongside the education focused property services we provide, we also specialise in the growing purpose-built student accommodation (PBSA) market. Our experienced consultants provide strategic development advice and expert support throughout the entire process, helping clients unlock value and achieve their investment objectives in the education sector.

Our Services include:

• Building Surveying
• Planning Applications
• Appeals
• Project & Cost Management
• Disposals & Acquisitions
• Valuation
• Charities Act Compliance

We understand the unique challenges of working within occupied educational facilities. Drawing on extensive experience delivering projects on live education sites, our team carefully plans and manages every stage of the process to minimise disruption, maintain a safe learning environment and keep your institution operating effectively.

Through proactive communication and meticulous project management, we ensure that all works are completed efficiently, while the ongoing day to day of your institution remains running smoothly. Whether this means coordinating works around the school calendar, or delivering within tight holiday-period programmes, we ensure projects are completed with minimal impact or disruption.

Delivering spaces that promote engagement, wellbeing, and outstanding educational outcomes for pupils, staff, at the wider community they sit within, is our highest priority. Our expertise means that you are in safe hands with our award nominated education team.

Recognising that no two educational institutions are the same, our first step is always to gain a thorough understanding of your specific needs and aspirations. Shaping every stage around your precise requirements, we combine expert property consultancy with a personal approach, delivering a level of service and attention to detail that sets us apart.

Our proactive and client-focused approach, coupled with industry-leading technical expertise, ensures we anticipate challenges, identify opportunities, and deliver outcomes that exceed expectations at every stage. This is demonstrated by our proven track record of success and the lasting partnerships we have built across education industry. By always striving to innovate and improve, we continue to build upon our specialist knowledge and experience, ensuring Rapleys remains the partner of choice across the education sector, whatever your property needs.