The works at located on levels one and two were to take the space from shell and core to a Cat A condition with exposed
MEP services. Due to the structural constraints of the building our first task was to install a grid of hangers fixed to the timber joist and hollow rib structure, this was then over clad with 2 layers of acoustic plasterboard, once tape jointed an decorated and lattice of Unistrut was applied to the underside of the ceiling giving us a grid to fix our services to.

Fully coordinated services were then installed which included four pipe fan coil units, sprinklers, FA/VA and lighting circuits, all of which was sprayed white on completion. Future use tea point connection was also installed for incoming tenants

John Keats Academy is one of the schools run by the Ark Schools Trust, they have a total of 34 schools, ranging from primary to secondary in and around the London area.

The project comprises of enabling works, class room reconfigurations and associated alterations to the mechanical, electrical and IT systems. LED lighting has been installed through the reconfigured areas.

Verity formed an IT suite for student use and upgraded the network to ensure the performance of the latest equipment. The works were completed during the summer shut down and completed a week ahead of programme.