Pupils at Crowdys Hill School, a Special Educational Needs school in Swindon, came back from the summer break to a new play space, Swindon Borough Council announced on Friday 11 September 2026. It was built on land at the school that had been unusable.
What is it?
An open area for primary-age pupils to use at break times and, when needed, during lessons. It has bikes and trikes and room for ball games and running around. The school had asked for it.
Who paid?
- The budget was £95,000.
- Connor Construction (South West) Ltd, which does regular highways repairs for the council, contributed more than half as part of the social value commitment in its council contract.
- Cooper Construction Oxon Ltd carried out the work on site.
- Heidelberg Materials supplied materials free of charge.
Gemma Meiklejohn, Headteacher at Crowdys Hill School, said: "We are absolutely delighted with this fantastic new play space for our pupils."
Councillor Kate Tomlinson, Cabinet Member for Children and Education, said: "This is exactly the kind of investment that can make a big difference to children's day-to-day experiences at school."
Daniel Ward, Contracts Manager at Connor Construction, said: "We're incredibly proud to have played a part in delivering this project for Crowdys Hill School."
Source: Swindon Borough Council.