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Kingsland Primary School

Clovis Canopies went to the top of the class after completing a challenging canopy installation at Kingsland School in Wakefield in time for the new term.

Clovis was tasked with manufacturing a custom-built Keston Lean-to canopy to provide Kingsland’s pupils with a much-needed covered outdoor learning area/playground.

Installation was booked for the October half term in order to ensure lessons would not be disrupted.

Clovis’ installation team’s expertise was fully examined on site.

Faced with the problem of minimal site access to the working area, the team was forced to call in a 100-tonne crane to winch the canopy framework over the main school building and into place.

And with the canopy sitting over a newly-built elevated platform, which was not able to take the loading of a Mobile Elevating Work Platform (MEWP) to construct the roof, podium quick steps were the only choice available to the installation team.

This added additional time to an already tight install programme as the steps had to be constantly moved to gain safe access.

The complex nature of the site operation required the assistance of the main contractor and that little bit extra from the Clovis site team but thanks to their experience and some unplanned weekend working, the canopy was up and in place in time for the first lesson on Monday morning.

Mike Philpott, Contract Manager at Clovis Canopies, said: “We were delighted to have completed this project on time, effectively completing a 10-day installation programme in just seven days.

“We were more than happy to go the extra mile for the school, ensuring that the pupils, who have severe and profound and multiple learning difficulties, could enjoy their new covered learning area without delay.”

Sector School Canopies

Canopy Use School Playground Shelters

Design Keston Lean-to

Specification

Shape: Mono-pitched Lean-to
Support: Building Supported Cantilever
Cladding Type: Polycarbonate
Location: West Yorkshire

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Why Clovis Canopies?

British made

Made to measure

Up to 25 year framework guarantee & 50 year structural design life

All year round use

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Frequently Asked Questions

Will I require planning permission?

We always advise that you call your local planning authority as there are no hard and fast rules. They will advise on whether you require planning permission for your proposed canopy. Although it differs from region to region canopies under 30m2 may not require permission but this can be affected by situations such as proximity to neighbours, listed building status, conservation areas etc. so it always best to check. We are happy to provide free of charge, scaled drawings etc. of the proposed canopy structure to assist your application should you require.

Will our concerns over children and staff safety be addressed prior to installation?

We have been working within schools for many years. All contractors are Clovis approved and CRB checked. Full risk assessments are carried out prior to starting installation taking into consideration your requirements and safety fencing is erected wherever needed at no additional charge.

What guarantees are offered?

Subject to appropriate cleaning and maintenance we offer the following guarantees:-

Framework – 25 years against failure within design, wind and snow loadings
Polycarbonate – 10 years against discolouration from sunlight
Fabric Cladding – 10 years against degradation / failure from sunlight

We aim for 100% satisfaction 100% of the time.

What further peace of mind can you give us before we place an order?

We are a sound, family run company with a high credit rating, which has been manufacturing and installing modular steel buildings for over 45 years. A great deal of our work comes from repeat business and recommendations from existing customers (references available on request). We aim for 100% satisfaction 100% of the time. As well as being CHAS (Contractors Health and Safety Scheme) accredited, Construction Line registered we are a approved contractor to many Local Authorities and large building contractors. You will be allocated a dedicated Contract Manager who can be contacted to answer any questions that you may have at any point in the process.

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I am writing to say how pleased we are with the new canopies which you recently installed at our school. The whole process, from initial visit to completion, was carried out most professionally with minimal disruption to school life. The installation team were courteous and helpful and took great care to ensure that the site was left clear and tidy. We are all delighted with our new facility, which is a massive improvement on what we had before. Thank you once again.

J Jarvis, Headteacher, Boughton Monchelsea Primary

Clovis provides an excellent design service offering 2D and 3D drawing of the proposed canopies and quotation stage if required. This can be especially helpful to illustrate the proposed canopy to the client or Local planning Authority. Clovis will also visit the site if the host building has a complication or the canopy has an unusual configuration. When an order has been placed, service continues to be timely and flexible and the end product has always been delivered and installed on programme and to a very high standard. I have worked with Clovis Canopies for several years and have always found their response to be prompt, helpful an knowledgeable. We test the market value for every canopy that we procure and have found Clovis to be good value. I am often asked to pass on Clovis’s contact details to those who have seen the canopies.

Gawain Ferguson,

Extremely happy with the aesthetically pleasing design, build quality and courteous, cheerful workmen who erected the canopy. The children are proud of their new outdoor learning area and the staff keen to develop the Early Years Curriculum. A pleasure doing business with you and your team.

S M Greenaway - Headteacher, Mereworth Primary

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