Henry Boot Construction is one of the main contractors leading the delivery of the Great Yorkshire Build, a major pro bono transformation of Hilltop School in Rotherham – a special educational needs school supporting children with complex needs.

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The £20 million-plus project will create a modern, inclusive education facility for 96 pupils aged 11-19, specialising in supporting young people with autism. The new school, designed by HLM Architects and delivered in partnership with Sutton Council and the Greenshaw Learning Trust, will provide a nurturing environment tailored to SEND students, helping to address the growing demand for specialist school places in the borough. Construction will use Reds10’s advanced volumetric modular methods, with 85% ...