S25: Spaces and Places - Standardising Excellence

20 Oct 2026
Build and Rebuild the Estate Stage
Build and Rebuild the Estate Stage
The Department for Education's SRP programme is transforming the design and delivery of school buildings across England. Through a suite of nationally developed design standards, technical guidance and pattern book solutions, S25 provides a consistent, evidence-based approach to creating high-quality, sustainable and inclusive learning environments. Aligned with the Education Estates Strategy's vision for a decade of national renewal, the programme helps ensure that school estates are adaptable, resilient and cost-effective, while supporting educational outcomes and community engagement. By standardising excellence, S25 enables faster delivery of better schools for future generations.
Chairperson
Andy Gates
Andy Gates, Change Lead - Department for Education
Speakers
Crawford Wright
Crawford Wright, Head of Architecture and Design: Schools and Colleges - Department for Education
Ian Naylor
Ian Naylor, Head of Technical Development, Technical Standards - Department for Education