Reputable, Independent Co-Education for Students 11-18 Yrs.
Project Overview
King Edward VI School was originally opened in 1554, after William Capon left money in his will, to educate the poor in Southampton. It is now a leading Independent Day School in Hampshire, with a reputation for outstanding academic results.
As experienced manufacturers of quality wooden school lockers, and a ‘Gold Preferred Supplier’ for the ISA (Independent Schools Association,) Crown Sports Lockers were elated to have been selected to design, manufacture and install new wooden school lockers for King Edward’s students.
Winning the Contract
Sam Palmer, a Director and Co-owner of Crown Sports Lockers stated “King Edward VI School found us through an online search. The initial telephone enquiry led to us arranging a site meeting to discuss their requirements, and review the areas where the wooden school lockers were to be situated. The first draft of layouts were drawn up, and the quotation finalised. However, the initial plans were revised, and changed earlier this year to concentrate on a different area of the school. We amended the details, eventually commencing manufacturing and installing the lockers in summer 2023 as requested.”
Durable, Strong Wooden School Lockers
Crown Sports Lockers have been in business for over 30 years, and are experienced in providing more than simply sports lockers. Having designed, manufactured and installed superior wooden lockers for many prestigious independent schools in the UK, they are highly sought after to provide classroom lockers, cloakroom lockers, gym changing rooms, primary school lockers, academy/secondary school lockers and college/university lockers within the independent school sector. Design and manufacturing takes place in their factory in Devon, allowing them to monitor quality control at all times, and their installation team are skilled and knowledgeable. Wood is responsibly sourced, and they are accredited with the ‘Made in Britain’ standard.
The Installation at King Edward VI School
The installation process was undertaken by a team of Crown Sports Lockers’ competent fitters, taking all of the client’s requirements into consideration. Sam confirmed “We were commissioned to provide 204 holdall lockers, each with an internal shelf for student’s ring binders. For each bank of 6 holdall lockers, we supplied a hockey stick unit in a matching finish. Locker interiors and décor panels were in a plain black finish, with contrasting oak-effect doors, finished with plywood effect edges.
Lockers were fitted with padlock attachments and red & white discs with white text. Locker doors were fitted using a bolt-through hinge system for added peace of mind.
Whilst our contract for the lockers was arranged directly with the client, we worked alongside the locally appointed main contractor, SM5 developments, who were tasked with carrying out a larger refurbishment project of the school facilities during the same summer period.
Client Testimonial
Crown Sports Lockers have provided a professional service, with accurate site assessments, concept drawings and final proofs. The initial enquiries were dealt with efficiently and despite our protracted procurement process, they remained focused on the project throughout. Sam and his team accommodated our requests, until our ideal bespoke lockers were installed over the summer. We are delighted with the finished results and look forward to working with them in the near future.”
Julia Canty – Head of Administration, King Edward VI School
About King Edward VI School
King Edward VI School is the main site, teaching students from 11yrs to 18yrs old, incorporating a Sixth Form Centre. However, they also have a preparatory school, ‘Stroud School’ situated in Romsey – a stunning rural location. Facilities are vast, and include a large 2-floor library; a 300-seater auditorium with a state-of-the-art sound system and lighting; 92 classrooms; a wellbeing centre; a study centre on Dartmoor; and an extensive array of sports facilities including being home to local cricket clubs and Hampshire Hockey qualifying tournaments etc.
In their educational quality inspection, the school achieved the highest possible ‘excellent’ rating for both pupil achievement and personal development.
Concluding Words from Crown Sports Lockers
“Having worked on a number of prestigious education projects, we were delighted to be awarded the contract for King Edward VI School, Southampton, allowing us to add another education sector installation to our Portfolio in the South of England.
The manufacturing and installation was on schedule and budget, and our clients are delighted with the end result – so much so, that we have already been invited back to tender for the next phase of works due later this year.”
Sam Palmer – Director and Co-owner, Crown Sports Lockers