More than £1 million of upgrades and refurbishments have given the historic buildings of King William’s College a new lease of life.
Several major projects were undertaken over the summer period, including a significant upgrade in the girls’ boarding house and much needed roof, window and external repairs.
Meanwhile a complete makeover of the fourth form year group centre, new electrically retractable seating in the main theatre space and on-going refurbishment of the art building have made for major improvements in the school environment.
The retractable seating in the main theatre space, known as ‘big school’, has enabled the school to hold large events.
These have already included a fashion show by local fashion designer Claire Christian, when the space was turned into a catwalk and dinner venue.
The refurbishment to the girl’s boarding house has given the building a new lease of life.
The fourth form year group centre, known as Stenning, has had a complete makeover and makes for a more spacious and relaxing environment for members of the fourth form during their break times.
College principal Martin Humphreys said: ‘These works, long overdue and part of a long-term commitment to substantially upgrade facilities, have made a real and immediate difference for pupils and staff at King William’s College.’