The Benefits Of Modular Classrooms

What Are Modular Classrooms?

When thinking of temporary classrooms, people often imagine the bland, draughty and damp classrooms of their own youth. Thankfully, this is no longer the case. As technology has advanced and the world becomes more sustainable, modular classrooms – specialist buildings constructed for educational settings – offer an affordable solution that even traditional builds cannot match.

As schools continue to serve more students and strive for better learning environments, modular buildings offer a versatile solution that meets these needs efficiently. From extra classrooms to enhanced amenities, these structures provide the perfect platform for expanding and improving your facilities. These low-cost, portable classrooms can be installed over school breaks to minimise noise and disruption to school life.

Our classrooms are crafted using only premium materials, offering modern aesthetics and cutting-edge features for student comfort. In this blog we’ll discuss the advantages of owning modular classrooms and the many benefits they bring.

 

Benefits Of Modular Classrooms

Affordability

Portable classrooms are much cheaper than traditional bricks and mortar buildings, even when you include customisations, amenities and finishing touches like power sockets, carpets, lights and more. They also offer an affordable and convenient solution for those in need of a quick, temporary classrooms option – though they don’t have to be temporary at all as they are incredibly durable – we often use shipping containers as classrooms – and require minimal maintenance.

Speed of Installation

For many schools, the number of students attending every year is increasing, which is a great thing. But many schools may not have access to funds to create a whole new building, and that’s where we can help you. A modular installation is the best way to get new classrooms up and running in record time, as construction takes less than half the time it takes to build from scratch.

Portability

The benefits of using converted shipping containers as classrooms is their portability, as they can be easily moved if necessary. This makes them an ideal solution as temporary learning spaces, as this ensures students have a comfortable and convenient educational environment regardless of location. With flexibility, there are also many designs available, from ready-to-use modular classrooms to bespoke builds, which are created based around your specific requirements.

Environmental Friendliness

Portable classrooms are remarkably energy-efficient buildings because they feature low impact foundations and timber is the primary material. If using converted shipping containers as classrooms, we can begin with containers that have already served a life at sea, meaning we’re not only recycling an existing asset but also bringing the price down even further for you, reducing the carbon footprint of the project and boosting your school’s green credentials.

 

Why Schools May Benefit From Utilising Modular Buildings

1. An Increase in Students

Quite a few of the schools in Britain were built a long time ago when class sizes were generally much smaller, and have had to change, squeeze and adapt their existing buildings to cope with this steady increase. Modular classrooms offer an easy to implement and remarkably affordable solution that avoids the high costs of traditional building without compromising on the advanced requirements of a modern learning environment.

2. Storage Space for Sports and Playground Equipment

Maybe you have space within your existing buildings that could be ideal for converting into classrooms, but it’s currently being used for much needed storage space for various equipment and supplies. A temporary classroom installation could instead be used as a large storage space and, as we often use shipping containers as classrooms, you know your equipment will be safe in an inherently secure, steel construction.

3. Additional Office Space

As class sizes grow and your school takes on more staff, you’ll also find yourself needing more office and admin space. The great thing about modular classrooms, and modular buildings in general, is they can be added to far easier than traditional buildings. So, add some office space to your school when needed, and then bolt on a further office expansion a little further down the line when space is again tight.

4. Safe Spaces and Quiet Zones

Not only has the general number of pupils increased, but the educational needs of the population has broadened significantly too. Portable classrooms are a great way to cater to SEN requirements, the need to provide safe spaces and quiet zones, and even for creating childcare and nursery spaces within your school. The possibilities are endless when you consider the sheer number of customisation options available to you with the modular structures.

 

Modular Classrooms with ModCon

Modular classrooms are worthy of investment as they offer so many incredible benefits. With our many years of experience in the modular construction industry, we are more than happy to answer any questions or queries you have about our temporary classrooms. Contact us today for a free quote on your next school expansion project.