Mount Wise Primary School Toilet Refurbishment

Mount Wise Primary School in Plymouth provides education to children from Key Stage 1 through Key Stage 2, focusing on creating a nurturing and stimulating environment. Dedicated to providing high standards, the school ensures its facilities support both the practical and developmental needs of its students. They are a part of Learning Academies Trust (LAT), where they are able to collaborate with other LAT local schools and maintain high standards across the city.

Why a Primary School Toilet Refurbishment Was Needed

As part of their commitment to maintaining a high-quality learning environment, the school undertook a full refurbishment of their Key Stage 2 boys’ and girls’ washrooms. These areas had become outdated and worn, prompting the need for modern, functional replacements. The project was led by the Obedair Ltd team; Site Operative Lewis Smith, Minor Works Manager Tom Reilly and Quantity Surveyor Chris Watts.

The works aimed to revitalise the primary school washrooms with new toilet cubicles, Integrated Plumbing Systems (IPS), and vanity units with sanitaryware, as well as new flooring, wall finishes and upgraded lighting.

Choosing Bushboard for Primary School Toilet Cubicles

To meet the school’s specific requirements, Bushboard Washrooms were selected as the supplier for the washroom products, having previously demonstrated their reliability and high-quality product range in past projects with Obedair.

Bushboard’s Profiles toilet cubicle range was selected as the ideal solution for the project. Designed with busy school environments in mind, the cubicles feature sturdy, through-fixed individual headrails and robust aluminium pedestal feet for exceptional durability. Additionally, the inclusion of anti-finger trap hinges makes the range perfectly suited for primary school children, offering both privacy and safety. These thoughtful design features not only ensure secure and independent use but also provide peace of mind for staff and parents alike.

Efficient Installation for Primary School Washroom Refurbishment

The primary school toilet refurbishment was completed during the summer holidays to ensure minimal disruption to the school’s activities. Time constraints made efficient installation crucial, and Bushboard’s Ready Plumbed Module Duct Panels were key to achieving this.

These panels arrive pre-plumbed with sanitaryware and brassware already mounted on a galvanised steel frame, reducing onsite installation time and effort. Tom Reilly highlighted how this feature helped streamline the project, making the process significantly faster and more efficient.

Practical Washroom Design for Primary Schools

Mount Wise Primary School opted for semi-recessed wash basins, which align with the style of other washrooms across the school. These basins, aid hand washing by allowing children to be closer to the tap. The SanCeram range was chosen for its convenience of sourcing all components from a single supplier, further simplifying the project’s logistics.

The primary school toilet cubicles and panels were supplied in Silver Oak and Pastel Green Solid Grade Laminate, this means the washrooms will be able to take the high traffic the school washrooms will receive and will also take accidental splashes during use and facilitate a thorough cleaning regime.

Positive Feedback and Lasting Impact

Bushboard’s support throughout the project, from initial design consultation to after-sales service, was praised by Obedair Ltd. Chris Watts noted the seamless collaboration, sharing that Bushboard’s reliability and helpful approach made them a trusted partner for this and future projects.

The reaction from the school has been overwhelmingly positive, with staff describing the new primary school washroom facilities as “bright, crisp, and clean,” a stark improvement from the dark, outdated spaces they replaced.

Conclusion: Delivering High-Quality Primary School Toilet Refurbishment

The successful refurbishment at Mount Wise Primary School showcases Bushboard Washrooms' ability to deliver tailored, high-quality solutions that meet the unique demands of primary school toilet refurbishment projects. The project not only improved the school’s facilities but also reinforced Obedair’s confidence in Bushboard’s products and services, with further collaborations already in progress.