Whyteleafe Primary School
Project Overview
This scheme resolved recurring flood incidents disrupting school operations. PVR delivered a climate-resilient SuDS solution combining rain gardens, underground attenuation, and nature-based educational features.
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Synergy (for Surrey County Council / DfE / Whyteleafe Primary School)
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Principal Contractor – SuDS, Hard & Soft Landscaping
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Education / Flood Resilience
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£776,787
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January 2025 – June 2025
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~3,000 sqm
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Whyteleafe Primary School, Whyteleafe Hill, Whyteleafe, CR3 0AA
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Operational primary school site
Scope of Works
Four rain gardens intercepting surface water
Large underground soakaway
Permeable surfacing and hard landscape upgrades
Resilient planting, wildflower turf, sensory planting and dipping pond
Highlights & Key Benefits
Eliminated surface flooding impacting school operations
Outdoor learning and biodiversity benefits
Low-maintenance planting and drainage
Climate resilience aligned with DfE and Surrey CC objectives
Project Delivery Challenges & Solutions
Half-term installation window: Double-shift working enabled delivery of large underground structures
Live school environment: Safe segregation and efficient phasing
Community Engagement
Engagement with school leadership and DfE
Student climate education workshops
Post-completion educational and maintenance packs
