A state-of-the-art sustainable teaching building has opened at an East Yorkshire School in time for the start of term. The new Ferriby Building at South Hunsley School in Melton, North Ferriby, cost £2.5million.
It officially opened on Tuesday, September 2. Built by Hull-based firm Helix CMS in just 38 weeks, the two-storey building is described as a “fresh take on school design”.
The building maximises natural light and energy efficiency through effective insulation, while creating an inspiring learning space for the next generation. There are also solar panels on the roof that generate electricity.
Headteacher Michaela Blackledge told Hull Live: “It has been a wonderful occasion celebrating the official opening of the Ferriby Building. I’ve been really fortunate to be involved in the process right from the start.
“We have agonised over certain decisions, but I think we all agree the attention to detail has really paid off. We’ve got a beautiful new building that will definitely inspire future generations.
“Staff know how fortunate they are to work in a building like this. Absolutely everybody is delighted.”
Ms Blackledge said pupils at the secondary school had been “involved in the whole process”, from building time capsules, site visits, and opportunities to speak with the construction team about future careers. Sixth-formers were also able to discuss career options with the lead architects.
Alessandro Caruso, of the Beverley-based Alessandro Caruso Architects, said he was inspired by the “fantastic backdrop of the landscaped area” and “views over the Estuary”. He said the design echoes materials like timber and makes the most of the abundance of natural daylight.
Take a look inside the new school building in our images below. All photographs are by Donna Clifford for Hull Daily Mail.