‘Proud moment’ as Hinckley sports hall completes

Derby-based contractors G F Tomlinson have signed off on a 7,500 sq ft sports facility built on behalf of Leicestershire County Council.

The project, built at Redmoor Academy in Hinckley, includes the hall – designed for a range of indoor sports including cricket, basketball, netball, badminton and handball as well as dedicated changing rooms, a reception area, offices, four classrooms and a fitness room.

The steel frame for the largest building on the site was completed in February last year.

This new development builds upon G F Tomlinson’s previous improvement works at the school, including the delivery of a new teacher’s car park last year.

Andy Sewards, Group Chairman at G F Tomlinson, said: “The new sports hall and teaching spaces represent a major investment in the future of the school and will have a positive impact on generations of students.

“It has been a pleasure to work collaboratively with the academy and Leicestershire County Council to deliver facilities that not only enhance pupil learning but also support the wider community.”

G F Tomlinson worked alongside Surveyors 2 Education, which acted as the agent on the scheme.

Redmoor Academy Principal, Matt Nicolle, said: “Seeing this project completed is a proud moment for our school, and the new sports and teaching facilities will transform the opportunities available to our students – supporting both their academic development and physical wellbeing.

“This is a facility that truly reflects the ambitions and values of Redmoor Academy, and we are excited to see our pupils and local community make full use of it.”

Councillor Charles Pugsley, cabinet member for children and families at Leicestershire County Council, added: “This is one of our biggest investments in helping schools to expand so they can accommodate rising pupil numbers and also offer the best possible learning environment.”