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Galliford Try Brentwood School Expansion Trafford Council
“Working closely with the school during pre-construction, we embedded their vision into the design.”
Managing Director, Galliford Try North West
Galliford Try has completed the £6.4m expansion of Brentwood School in Sale, delivering 80 new pupil places for young people with SEND and creating a new 1,109 sqm teaching block that brings the school’s total footprint to 4,923 sqm.
Procured via the Procure Partnerships Framework
On behalf of framework users by Trafford Council, the expansion addressed the rising demand for SEND school places across the area. Brentwood School caters to students aged 11–19 with severe learning difficulties, autism, and complex medical needs, and is co-located with Brentwood Community College, which provides further education for students aged 19–23.
Originally opened in 2016, the school had been experiencing a sustained rise in student numbers, making the expansion a critical investment for the community.
Community and training at the heart of the build
The project delivered significant community value beyond the building itself. A partnership with Trafford College saw over 40 T-Level students gain hands-on construction experience during the build, strengthening ties between the school, college, and the local community.
Weekly site visits for pupils, school assemblies, and the brick-laying event all helped ensure that Brentwood School’s students felt ownership over a building designed and built for them.
80 new places for SEND pupils in Trafford
Procured through the Procure Partnerships North West Framework, Galliford Try’s expansion of Brentwood School has delivered a lasting legacy for SEND education in Trafford, giving more young people the specialist space and support they need.
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“The expansion of the school has supported more SEND students and their families, providing them with the resources and space they need to thrive. The two-stage procurement process allowed Galliford Try to work closely with the council, ensuring that the design truly reflects their vision. This collaborative approach is evident in the strong relationship developed with the school, helping the construction phase feel more like a joint effort than a disruption.”
Jess Jones
Account Manager
“We are delighted to have led the Brentwood School extension, ensuring it meets evolving educational needs and growing pupil numbers. This project showcases the value of early contractor engagement and collaboration. Working closely with the school during pre-construction, we embedded their vision into the design. Their exceptional engagement made it a pleasure to bring this vision to life. Beyond construction, we remain committed to creating employment and training opportunities, leaving a lasting legacy for the school and community.”
Darren Parker,
Managing Director, Galliford Try North West
“It is a priority of the Council to work with our partners to support our children and young people who have Special Educational Needs and Disabilities. This is a great example of us doing that. Our pupils and school staff are now learning in a brilliant environment and the extension has enabled the school to meet the growing demand for places.”
Cllr Tom Ross
Leader of Trafford Council