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Education

Delivering efficient, cost-effective maintenance for schools, colleges and universities

Education

Maintaining inspiring educational spaces.

Planned Preventative Maintenance (PPM)

Ensuring educational facilities are both reliable and functional through a full lifecycle management programme of scheduled maintenance, repairs and asset care.

Statutory Compliance & Safety

Concept manages all compliance needs ensuring educational estates adhere with fire safety, asbestos control and building regulations.

Retrofitting Solutions

We deliver modernisation services to enhance the energy-efficiency of educational buildings which includes insulation upgrades and the installation of energy-saving technologies.

Mechanical & Electrical Services

We offer a range of Mechanical and Electrical (M&E) services including HVAC, lighting and electrical system upgrades, creating comfortable and efficient spaces for both students and educators.

Facilities Experts

With extensive experience across the education sector, our services are tailored to the unique needs of learning environments, to ensure optimal performance with minimal term-time disruption.

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Our Group Clients

Open University
Student Cribs
Lift Schools
Southampton Solent University
Barton Peveril Sixth Form College
Eton College
University of Sheffield
Outcomes First Group
Islington Council
University of Southampton

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News & Insights

21st May 2026

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VINCI Tranche 2 Fire Compartmentation Works

Concept has been appointed to deliver Tranche 2 Fire Compartmentation Works with VINCI across the MOD estate.

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30th April 2026

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New Concept Company Brochure

Concept’s latest brochure highlights its range of services, sector expertise, and strong client outcomes, backed by recent project work and testimonials.

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29th April 2026

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Exxon Fawley – Facility Fit-Out

Concept has been appointed to deliver the Fawley Facility Fit-Out for Exxon, supporting upgrades to the CMB workshop, Paint shop, instruments & electrical testing bay, and boiler workshop.

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24th April 2026

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Brune Medical Centre – Talking Therapies Refurbishment

Concept has been appointed to deliver the refurbishment and conversion of an existing dental facility at Brune Medical Centre into a dedicated Talking Therapies suite.

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23rd April 2026

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Celebrating Earth Day 2026

On Wednesday 22nd April, we celebrated Earth Day 2026. Themed “Our Power, Our Planet”, this offers the chance to reflect on our Net Zero efforts.

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10th April 2026

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Concept Awarded Cyber Essentials Plus Certification

Concept has achieved Cyber Essentials Plus certification, marking a key milestone in the company’s approach to cyber security and data protection.

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31st March 2026

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The Local Power Plan

Learn about the Local Power Plan (LPP) that the UK government has proposed.

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20th March 2026

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Heat Network Regulation Is Here – Is Your Organisation Ready?

Axis CLC supports housing providers with end-to-end heat network compliance, from portfolio assessment and funded surveys to grant applications, low-carbon upgrades, and ongoing monitoring.

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18th March 2026

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Axis CLC appointed Neil Watts as Managing Director of Responsive Repairs

Neil Watts has been appointed as Managing Director or Responsive Repairs. Read more about his appointment.

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18th March 2026

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Axis CLC appointed Barry Creswick as Transmission Services Divisional Director

Barry Creswick has been appointed Transmission Services Divisional Director. Read more about Barry’s appointment.

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18th March 2026

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Axis CLC appointed Helen Rayfield as Bid Director

Helen Ryafield has been appointed Bid Director to strengthen the focus on winning work. Read more about her appointment.

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18th March 2026

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Axis CLC appointed Lee McAllister as Business Improvement Director

Lee McAllister has been appointed Business Improvement Director to drive continuous improvement and performance. Read more about his appointment.

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17th March 2026

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From Law to Quantity Surveying Apprenticeship: Meet Abi Bendy

From law to studying for a quantity surveying apprenticeship. Find out about Abi’s first year apprenticeship experience at Axis CLC.

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17th March 2026

Apprentices | News

Learning, Growing, and Succeeding in an Electrical Apprenticeship

Learn from a third year Electrical Apprentice about his classroom and real on-the-job training, supported by a team that values development.

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17th March 2026

Apprentices | News

Building a Career in Quantity Surveying: Lewis Drake’s Apprenticeship Story

Apprentice Quantity Surveyor, currently completing an Axis CLC Apprenticeship through the Chartered Surveyor Degree Apprenticeship in Quantity Surveying. Read Lewis Drake’s Story.

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18th February 2026

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Concept Wins two Lots on the Hampshire Minor Works Framework 2026–2030

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12th February 2026

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Concept Awarded Best Engager Category at KBR Sustainable Supply Chain Awards 2025

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19th December 2025

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Axis CLC Acquires Concept

Axis CLC Acquires Concept

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22nd April 2025

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Concept Supports Record-Breaking Charity Bike Ride for Palace for Life

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24th October 2024

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Concept awarded a Silver Medal in recognition of our sustainability achievement.

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Other Sectors Served

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Education

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Blue Light

Utilities & Industrial

Utilities & Industrial

Heritage

Heritage

Retail & Commercial

Retail & Commercial

Hotel & Leisure

Hotel & Leisure

Social Housing

Social Housing

Our sectors

Healthcare

Healthcare

Modernising and upgrading healthcare facilities with meticulous attention to safety and infection control. Concept’s experienced teams work sensitively within operational environments, maintaining the highest standards while ensuring minimal disruption to patient care.

Our sectors

Defence

Defence

Supporting the Ministry of Defence with comprehensive property upgrades and refurbishments that improve living conditions for service personnel and their families. Concept brings specialist expertise to secure, sensitive environments where quality and compliance are paramount.

Our sectors

Education

Education

Delivering transformational refurbishment projects across schools, colleges and universities. We understand the unique demands of educational environments, working efficiently to tight schedules and budgets while minimising disruption to learning.

Our sectors

Blue Light

Blue Light

Providing secure, sensitive refurbishment services for emergency services including police, fire, and ambulance facilities. We understand operational criticality, ensuring seamless project delivery that maintains service continuity.

Our sectors

Utilities & Industrial

Utilities & Industrial

Delivering safe, reliable maintenance and repair solutions in demanding utility and industrial environments. Our specialist teams keep the nation moving with expertise in complex, challenging settings.

Our sectors

Heritage

Heritage

Specialising in the heritage sector, we deliver planned and proactive maintenance solutions designed to preserve the structural integrity, historic fabric, and long-term value of listed and historic assets.

Our sectors

Retail & Commercial

Retail & Commercial

From refurbishments to fit-outs, our retail and commercial specialists deliver high-quality offices and innovative interiors, creating inspiring, practical office buildings and shops that enhance the visitor experience.

Our sectors

Hotel & Leisure

Hotel & Leisure

With specialist expertise in the hotel and leisure sector, we deliver refurbishment and upgrade solutions designed to keep facilities operational with minimal disruption during the works.

Our sectors

Social Housing

Social Housing

Creating safe, comfortable homes for residents through expert property maintenance and refurbishment services. Concept works in partnership with housing associations, local authorities, and private landlords to deliver responsive, reliable solutions that enhance quality of life.

Healthcare

Healthcare

Modernising and upgrading healthcare facilities with meticulous attention to safety and infection control. Concept’s experienced teams work sensitively within operational environments, maintaining the highest standards while ensuring minimal disruption to patient care.

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Defence

Defence

Supporting the Ministry of Defence with comprehensive property upgrades and refurbishments that improve living conditions for service personnel and their families. Concept brings specialist expertise to secure, sensitive environments where quality and compliance are paramount.

Find out more

Education

Education

Delivering transformational refurbishment projects across schools, colleges and universities. We understand the unique demands of educational environments, working efficiently to tight schedules and budgets while minimising disruption to learning.

Find out more

Blue Light

Blue Light

Providing secure, sensitive refurbishment services for emergency services including police, fire, and ambulance facilities. We understand operational criticality, ensuring seamless project delivery that maintains service continuity.

Find out more

Utilities & Industrial

Utilities & Industrial

Delivering safe, reliable maintenance and repair solutions in demanding utility and industrial environments. Our specialist teams keep the nation moving with expertise in complex, challenging settings.

Find out more

Heritage

Heritage

Specialising in the heritage sector, we deliver planned and proactive maintenance solutions designed to preserve the structural integrity, historic fabric, and long-term value of listed and historic assets.

Find out more

Retail & Commercial

Retail & Commercial

From refurbishments to fit-outs, our retail and commercial specialists deliver high-quality offices and innovative interiors, creating inspiring, practical office buildings and shops that enhance the visitor experience.

Find out more

Hotel & Leisure

Hotel & Leisure

With specialist expertise in the hotel and leisure sector, we deliver refurbishment and upgrade solutions designed to keep facilities operational with minimal disruption during the works.

Find out more

Social Housing

Social Housing

Creating safe, comfortable homes for residents through expert property maintenance and refurbishment services. Concept works in partnership with housing associations, local authorities, and private landlords to deliver responsive, reliable solutions that enhance quality of life.

Find out more

Education FAQs

What property services does Concept deliver for educational estates and facilities?

We offer services across the full gamut of educational spaces including classrooms, student halls, dormitories, corridors, hallways, communal areas, lecture theatres, libraries, study spaces, student accommodation, cafeterias, toilets, washrooms, storage rooms, bathrooms, sports facilities, outdoor spaces and administrative offices.

  • Planned preventative maintenance (PPM) 
  • Energy efficiency and sustainability improvements 
  • Mechanical & Electrical (M&E) 
  • DDA-complaint
  • Building compliance management 
  • External works
  • Fire protection works
  • Roof repairs
  • Flooring 
  • Extensions

What types of educational institutions and facilities does Concept work with across the UK?

  • Primary schools 
  • Secondary schools 
  • Sixth form colleges 
  • Further education colleges 
  • Universities  
  • Adult education centres 
  • Boarding schools 
  • Academies  
  • Nurseries  
  • Apprenticeship Facilities 
  • Research Institutes 

What kind of maintenance and refurbishment services does Concept provide to schools and universities?

Concept provides comprehensive maintenance and enhancement services for educational institutions, encompassing planned maintenance programmes, responsive repairs and M&E solutions. Our expertise includes upgrading teaching spaces and communal areas, fitting new bathroom facilities, modernising student accommodation, reconfiguring spaces to support changing educational requirements, and redecorating to create vibrant, inspiring learning environments. Combined with statutory compliance management and energy-efficient upgrades, our work ensures educational facilities remain operational, safe and welcoming for students and staff.

What specialist services does Concept offer for educational buildings?

  • Fire alarm and safety installation 
  • Data infrastructure 
  • Building Management Systems (BMS)  
  • Intelligent lighting systems 
  • Public address systems 
  • Security and access control systems 
  • Deep cleaning services 
  • Gutter clearance 
  • Power washing 
  • Pest control 
  • Graffiti removal 

How does Concept minimise disruption to learning environments during term-time maintenance works?

Concept reduces disruption by carefully scheduling property maintenance activities around academic calendars, working within term times, holidays, and avoiding critical events. Through efficient working methods and transparent communication with facility managers, we protect the learning experience for students, pupils and teaching staff.

How do you modernise student accommodation facilities?

We modernise student accommodation by renovating living areas with contemporary fixtures and upgrading essential systems including heating, ventilation, and electrical infrastructure. Our approach includes enhancing energy performance through insulation improvements and smart control systems, reorganising layouts to maximise space and accessibility, and revitalising interiors with updated décor and long-lasting finishes. We also implement DDA compliant modifications to ensure facilities meet accessibility standards for all students.

What are the main challenges for contractors delivering educational refurbishment works?

Contractors delivering educational refurbishment must operate within constrained timeframes aligned to term schedules and holiday periods to prevent disruption. They frequently work with limited budgets whilst maintaining high-quality standards. Operatives must hold current DBS checks and comply with client-specific safeguarding and security requirements. Proper identification through branded uniforms and strict adherence to site protocols are crucial to maintain safety and professionalism within sensitive educational settings.

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