Overview
OSG is delighted to have worked with Valley Invicta Academies Trust on their ambitious programme for a 12-court sports hall on their Maidstone campus. We completed Phase 1 of the programme in 2020, providing the school with a 6 court facility, but with Valley Park School, Invicta Grammar, and School of Science and Technology now sharing the campus, it became evident that with three schools utilising the sporting facilities, 6 courts were insufficient. The extension of the existing hall enables the delivery of a comprehensive sports curriculum for all three schools.
Project Details
Project Name
- VIAT Sports Hall
Location
- Maidstone
Client
- Valley Invicta Academies Trust
Project Value
- TBC
Completion details
- Phase 1 completed 2020, Phase 2 completed June 2024
Project Team
Contractor: Abbott Construction
RIBA Stages: 0-7
project delivery
Following a successful planning consent and some challenging construction conditions, the sports hall was completed in June 2024. The extension to the existing sports hall now seamlessly integrates with the existing building, utilising light grey aluminium wall panelling on the upper level and roof, along with cream blockwork. This cohesive design approach ensures a visually harmonious addition while meeting the functional needs of the expanding campus.
expanding sporting opportunities for three schools
By providing a full-scale sports hall, the project aims to enhance sporting opportunities for students across all three schools. The new facilities now support a comprehensive sports curriculum, allowing students to participate in a wide range of athletic activities and competitions. The seamless integration of the extension ensures a unified campus experience, promoting collaboration and a sense of shared community among the schools.
client testimonial
With both our major new building projects complete and in full use by students, we'd like to say a huge thank you to OSG Architecture for their architectural vision, advice and support. The new classroom block at Invicta Grammar School and the new Sports Hall on the main VIAT campus were designed to make the most out of the space and environment, so we can continue to provide students across our schools with the best possible facilities. We are delighted with the end results and look forward to continuing to enhance our buildings and outside spaces over the coming years, to benefit not only students, staff and visitors, but also the local community.
VIAT CEO, Richard Hayden said, ‘It has been a pleasure working with OSG Architecture again on these two significant construction projects. They understand the high standards VIAT always looks to achieve and have helped us do this within our budget. Both buildings are fantastic new assets for our main campus.’
Summary
It is a pleasure to be invited to work with Valley Invicta Academies Trust once again to complete this project to expand their sporting facilities. We are proud to part of the team contributing to the enhancement of the sporting curriculum that will undoubtedly have an impact across all three schools.