Bouygues UK has broken ground at Rosedale College, launching a major redevelopment intended to futureproof the institution as a hub for technology and applied learning. The ceremony was attended by the Mayor of Hillingdon, Councillor Philip Corthorne, representatives from the Department for Education (DfE), trustees of the Rosedale Hewens Academy Trust and local stakeholders, underscoring a significant investment in education infrastructure.

Delivered in partnership with the DfE, the scheme marks a major stride in sustainable campus design. The masterplan will see outdated 1960s buildings demolished and replaced with state-of-the-art teaching facilities and a standalone performing arts block. The new estate is designed to be net zero carbon in operation, aligning with national climate objectives and Bouygues UK’s low‑carbon commitments.

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Mark Cesenek, Managing Director at Bouygues UK, said: "We are excited to celebrate this groundbreaking at Rosedale College, as it will set a benchmark for sustainable education facilities and demonstrate how innovative construction can support future-ready learning. By combining high-tech STEM facilities with a net zero operational blueprint, we are creating a campus that reflects the innovation happening within its walls."

Alongside the new buildings, the project includes a full refurbishment of the existing STEM block and substantial enhancements to the college’s physical education and social facilities. Temporary classrooms will be removed, sports field provision reinstated, and new Multi-Use Games Areas (MUGAs) and social canopies installed to provide a cohesive, future-ready environment for students.

The groundbreaking signals the start of a programme scheduled for completion in 2028.