Gleeds supported the Department for Education (DfE) in delivering a transformative educational development on the site of the former Rugeley Power Station. As lead technical advisor and cost advisor, Gleeds helped overcome environmental, infrastructure and programme challenges to develop a new 1,442-place all-through school for the John Taylor Multi-Academy Trust. The project will open in phases, welcoming its first students in September 2025, with final completion in 2026.
The Rugeley John Taylor School project involves the construction of a new three-storey, 1,442-place all-through school. The facility encompasses nursery, primary, secondary and sixth form provision for the John Taylor Multi-Academy Trust. Situated on the site of the former Rugeley Power Station, the scheme forms a key part of the area’s regeneration, transforming a once industrial landscape into a hub for learning and community growth. The project represents a cornerstone of the DfE’s investment in sustainable, future-ready educational environments.
As lead technical advisor and cost advisor, Gleeds utilised the expertise of our project management and cost management teams in Nottingham. The role covered the full project lifecycle, from feasibility, tendering and procurement, to design development and construction. We also managed the wider technical advisory team, ensuring effective coordination between multiple stakeholders including the DfE, the Trust, BAM and Engie.
