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Education & Sports Facilities

BKRN delivered a new sportshall, changing facilities, and upgraded classrooms at St Jarlath’s School, Tuam, while the school remained fully operational.

Location

St Jarlath’s Sportshall, Tuam, Co. Galway

Sector

Education

Client

Department of Education

Highlights

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A selection of images showing the completed sportshall, classrooms, and associated facilities

Delivering a State-of-the-Art Sportshall Within a Live School Environment

The St Jarlath’s Sportshall project involved the construction of a modern sportshall, changing rooms, and new classrooms within a fully operational school campus. The works included integrating new classrooms into an existing older building and upgrading them to meet modern educational standards, all while maintaining day-to-day school operations.

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What This Client Say

Client feedback highlighting minimal disruption, strong communication, and safe delivery within an active school environment

Our Services

Coordinated Construction Within a Live Educational Environment

A carefully planned construction strategy was implemented, with works sequenced to minimise disruption and the most disruptive activities scheduled outside school hours where possible. Continuous coordination with school staff ensured lessons and routines were maintained throughout the build.

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The Challenge

The project was delivered on a restricted site with a single shared entrance used by students, staff, and construction traffic. Managing noise, dust, vibration, and site logistics while the school remained fully operational throughout the academic year presented significant challenges.

The Solution

A detailed traffic and access management plan allowed safe sharing of the school entrance. Noise, dust, and vibration were actively controlled using hoarding, barriers, and monitoring. Regular engagement with school staff enabled potential disruptions to be identified and addressed in advance.

Key Stats

Project completed ahead of schedule, allowing early access for teachers before the school term

Operational Continuity

School remained fully operational throughout construction with minimal disruption

Stakeholder Engagement

Continuous engagement with school staff ensured smooth coordination and issue prevention

Site Management

Safe access maintained for students, staff, and visitors despite restricted site conditions

Noise & Dust Control

Effective noise, dust, and vibration controls maintained acceptable limits throughout

Construction Quality

High-quality delivery of sportshall, changing rooms, and upgraded classrooms

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Integration

New classrooms successfully integrated with the existing building

Safety

Rigorous safety management protected students, staff, and neighbouring properties

Completion Statement

Project delivered efficiently while maintaining safety, programme control, and educational continuity

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