Morgan Sindall Construction鈥檚 Wales business has commenced works on the new Clydach additional learning needs (ALN) school in Clydach Vale, designed to achieve net zero carbon in operation.
The school will cater for up to 176 pupils aged from three through to 19, providing ALN facilities in the English language rather than Welsh.
The 拢37m school is being built for Rhondda Cynon Taf County Borough Council, which selected Morgan Sindall through Sewscap 3 framework.
Set across a two-storey building, the project includes the construction of 23 classroom spaces, a wellbeing centre, canteen, various multi-use spaces and supporting areas across the two floors, and a hydrotherapy pool on the ground floor. Externally, plans include a secure roof terrace at the building鈥檚 southern side, with outdoor learning and play areas positioned around the school.
There will also be a 79-space car park with EV charging points, a drop-off/pick-up area, and covered bike racks. The entire school site will be enclosed by a secure boundary fencing.
The school is designed to achieve net zero emissions in operation, thanks to the building design and solar panels on the roof.
Completion is expected by autumn 2026,
Rob Williams, area director for Morgan Sindall in Wales, said: 鈥淚t鈥檚 an absolute pleasure to begin the construction of this brand new, state-of-the-art school in partnership with Rhondda Cynon Taf County Borough Council. Our work will support the next generation of learners with ALN with specialised high quality educational facilities such as the hydrotherapy pool and wellbeing centre. We very much look forward to progressing works on site and engaging with the wider Clydach Vale community.鈥�
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