The Charter School of East Dulwhich
East Dulwich Grove, London SE22
Project Management • Technical Advisory • Procurement • Contract Administration
Client
Southwark Borough Council (on behalf of the DfE)
Procurement
London Construction Panel • Two-Stage Design & Build
Value
• Phase 1: £25m
• Phase 2: £15m
Floor Area
9,300 m²
Project Overview
The Charter School East Dulwich is a major two-phase secondary school development on the former East Dulwich Hospital site. Phase 1 delivered a fully new-build teaching environment, while Phase 2 will refurbish the historic Chateau building once the NHS vacates.
We supported Southwark Council and the DfE through design development, procurement, planning and contract administration.
Phased Delivery & Live-Site Management
The scheme required continuous coordination with NHS redevelopment on the adjoining site, as well as Network Rail due to proximity to a live rail line. Precise phasing ensured the school opened on time, with multiple buildings handed over in a staged sequence.
Enhanced site inspections ensured quality standards were met, and we managed value-driven design changes without compromising planning approval.
Outcome
Phase 1 was delivered in November 2018, allowing the school to open to pupils in January 2019. The project set a clear foundation for Phase 2, which will deliver specialist sixth form and performance spaces.
The scheme showcases effective delivery across a complex, multi-stakeholder environment.