Kier appointed to deliver new Imperial College maths school

By Danny BallPublished On: September 28th, 2026Categories: News, Top Stories

Kier has been appointed through the Department for Education’s (DfE) Construction Framework to deliver a new three-storey specialist education building for Imperial College London Mathematics School in Finchley, north London.

The project, being delivered in partnership with Imperial College London, will provide a permanent home for the school, which currently operates from temporary accommodation.

The specialist building will provide teaching, laboratory and study spaces for around 200 students aged 16 to 19.

New specialist education building for 200 students

The facility will include dedicated mathematics teaching spaces, science laboratories, lecture and assembly facilities, independent study areas and staff spaces.

It will also feature external landscaping designed to support informal learning, wellbeing and community outreach activities.

The building will be designed to support evening and weekend use, providing space for educational events, lectures and wider community programmes.

David Lee, headteacher at Imperial College London Mathematics School, said: “This permanent building will provide specialist spaces where young people can thrive.

“It will help us continue to build a strong community, bringing together students who share an enthusiasm for mathematics and science, a spirit of curiosity, and a love of thinking deeply, tackling challenging problems and exploring new ideas.”

The school officially opened in September 2023 and forms part of the DfE’s programme to develop a network of specialist maths schools across England.

Imperial’s Associate Provost for Societal Engagement, Professor Maggie Dallman, said: “The Imperial Maths School has already achieved fantastic results since opening in 2023.

“The permanent building promises to further support the continued growth and development of the school and to provide the very capable students with a truly unique learning environment.”

Low-carbon construction and biodiversity measures

The building will target net zero carbon in operation and incorporate low-carbon technologies, roof-mounted photovoltaics and a bio-solar roof.

Green roofs, green walls and enhanced landscaping will also be incorporated as part of measures designed to deliver Biodiversity Net Gain and exceed Urban Greening Factor targets.

Kier will also provide construction apprenticeships, T Level placements, work experience, careers outreach and community volunteering as part of the project.

John Bolton, regional director, public, Kier Construction London & Thames Valley, said: “We’re very proud to be trusted to deliver such an important new school building that will ensure young people of all backgrounds have the chance to succeed in careers in mathematics and science.

“We believe that education is the foundation of thriving communities and brighter futures – and we look forward to working closely with Imperial College London and Frontier Learning Trust to create a highly-sustainable learning environment which leaves a lasting legacy for the local community.”

Highway and infrastructure works included

The wider works will include improvements to surrounding highways, including upgrades to Woodhouse Road and a new primary pedestrian and vehicular entrance from Fenstanton Avenue.

New utility connections, drainage infrastructure, access improvements and associated highway works will also be delivered as part of the scheme.

The appointment follows Kier’s re-appointment to the DfE’s £15 billion 2025 Construction Framework.

The contractor’s education portfolio also includes London South East College’s new Greenwich Campus, Pinn River School for the Eden Academy Trust and Mulberry Academy London Dock, a Passivhaus comprehensive school for the London Borough of Tower Hamlets.