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St John's CofE Primary School, Blackpool - Aedas
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St John’s Primary School is an innovative three storey new build school situated in the heart of Blackpool town centre. This unique £3.9m project designed by Aedas was commissioned by Blackburn Diocese with funding from the Department for Children, Schools and Families through the Targeted Capital Fund.
The 1,500m² scheme includes a 16 place early years unit, facilities for community use and a 1FE primary school each accessed via separate entries. It’s unusual height and design works with the tight urban context maximising both space and light whilst providing a secure and safe environment for staff and pupils to enjoy.
The 1,500m² scheme includes a 16 place early years unit, facilities for community use and a 1FE primary school each accessed via separate entries. It’s unusual height and design works with the tight urban context maximising both space and light whilst providing a secure and safe environment for staff and pupils to enjoy.
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- OverviewSt John’s Primary School is an innovative three storey newbuild school situated in the heart of Blackpool town centre. This unique £3.9m project designed by Aedas was commissioned by the School Governors through Blackburn Diocese with funding from the Department for Children, Schools and Families via the Targeted Capital Fund.
The 1,500m² scheme includes a 16 place early years unit, facilities for community use and a 1FE primary school each accessed via separate entries. It’s unusual height and design works with the tight urban context maximising both space and light whilst providing a secure and safe environment for staff and pupils to enjoy.Awards2011 Civic Trust Awards - CommendationManchester Society of Architects Design Awards 2010- Overall Winner + Community winner.Shortlisted for British Council for School Environments (BCSE) 2010 - Inspiring Design
Blackpool Civic Trust - Best New Building 2009Manchester Society of Architects Design Awards 2008 - Best Unbuilt Community Building.All photographs copyright to Daniel Hopkinson Architectural Photography. http://www.danielhopkinson.com/ 
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