At Kemp Chartered Land and Engineering Surveyors, we’re proud to play a key role in supporting educational institutions across the Southwest. From primary schools to universities, our surveys help create safe, functional, and innovative spaces for learning. Over the years, we’ve worked on a variety of projects, using our expertise to meet the unique challenges of educational settings. Additionally, all members of our team are fully DBS checked, ensuring we can work confidently in environments with children and young people.

Why Surveys in Education Matter

Schools, colleges, and universities are more than just buildings, they’re vital spaces where students learn, grow, and prepare for the future. Ensuring these environments are well-designed, structurally sound, and fit for purpose is essential.

Our surveys provide the accurate data architects, contractors, facility managers and stakeholders need to plan, execute and maintain successful projects. Whether it’s the construction of a new school or the refurbishment of a historic campus, our work ensures these spaces can continue to serve their communities for generations to come.

Tailored Services for Educational Institutions

Educational sites often require a mix of survey techniques to address their unique needs. Our services include but are not limited to:

Topographical Surveys: Mapping site features for planning and design.
Utility Surveys: Identifying underground services to prevent costly disruptions during construction.
CCTV Surveys: Inspecting drainage systems for maintenance or upgrades.
Measured Building Surveys: Using 3D point cloud technology to create detailed models of existing structures.
Setting Out: Ensuring new builds or renovations are executed with precision.
Drone Surveys: Capturing aerial views of campuses for comprehensive site analysis.
Matterport Survey: Provide web-based walk throughs for staff inductions and maintenance.

Adapting to Educational Environments

Schools and colleges have busy schedules, and minimising disruption is always a priority to us. At Kemp, we work closely with the educational settings to schedule surveys during holidays, evenings, or nights, where we can, ensuring our work doesn’t interfere with learning or day-to-day operations.

Highlights of Our Work in Education

Over the years, we’ve completed a wide range of projects for educational institutions, each requiring tailored solutions.

Primary and Secondary Schools

Roche Primary School, St Martins School, Helston School, Nancealverne, Malabar (Turner & Townsend):
A combination of topographical, utility, CCTV, and measured building surveys have supported both renovations and new developments.
Launceston School (Kier):
Setting out, utility, and CCTV surveys were key in preparing the site for its new build.
Newquay Primary School (Kier):
From topographical surveys to utility mapping, our team provided critical data for the construction of this modern facility.
Treviglas School (Kier):
Comprehensive surveys supported ongoing construction and site enhancements.
Truro School (Interserve):
Setting out was key to providing the foundations for the Sir Ben Ainslie Sports Centre.

Colleges and Universities

Penryn Campus (Explus management):
Our work at Penryn has included full-campus topographical surveys, targeted utility and roof surveys, and the use of drone flights for accurate aerial data. We have been completing work on the Penryn campus since 2002 when we worked with Sir Robert McAlpine to set out the original building and infrastructure.
Plymouth University (Direct for University):
A utility survey spanning the full campus provided essential insights for future planning.
Truro College (Midas and MBA):
From setting out new buildings in the early 2000s to roof and measured building surveys, which supported by 3D point cloud technology, helped guide targeted upgrades Kemp has worked alongside Truro College for a number of years.
Cornwall College (Camborne):
A full-site utility survey and reinforcement bar survey, conducted with handheld GPR, addressed structural and planning needs.
Bicton College:
A utility survey across the campus providing essential insights for future developments.

The Role of Technology in Education Surveys

Modern surveying techniques allow us to deliver faster, more accurate results. Drone technology provides detailed aerial images of large sites, while 3D point cloud modelling enables precise mapping of buildings and structures. Ground Penetrating Radar (GPR) adds another layer of insight, helping us locate buried utilities or structural elements with ease.

A Lasting Impact on Communities

By supporting educational projects, Kemp is helping to build a brighter future. Our surveys contribute to the creation of safe and inspiring learning environments, directly benefiting students, educators, and the wider community.

Whether we’re assisting with a new build or maintaining an established campus, we’re proud to play a part in shaping the spaces that will educate the next generation.

Inspiring the Next Generation
At Kemp, we believe that supporting education goes beyond the projects we work on; it’s about inspiring and investing in the next generation. We actively engage with schools and colleges through careers fairs, offering insight into the surveying profession and showcasing the exciting opportunities we can offer.

Our team also give talks to students, sharing their expertise and encouraging young people to explore careers in engineering and surveying. Additionally, we provide work experience placements, giving students hands-on opportunities to learn about the industry. By making these connections, we aim to make a lasting impact, not only through our projects but also by inspiring future professionals in our field.

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