Haileybury Unveils New Sci-Tech Buildings

Opening Ceremony Reveals New Science and Technology Buildings

Haileybury has officially opened its new state-of-the-art Science and Technology buildings in a special opening ceremony.

The school had made a big investment to double its science provision and provide pupils with the resources to succeed in modern careers.

Astrophysicist, Dame Jocelyn Burnell Bell, gave the opening speech to all the attendees. 

Dame Jocelyn Burnell Bell unveiling the new building

The new buildings include a new Research Centre which will lead pioneering research, new science laboratories, robotics amenities and a VR room. As well as, seminar and outdoor spaces.

Created using sustainable materials, the buildings features solar panels, green roofs, ground-source heat pumps and cross laminated timber. All of which help the school towards its goal to become net zero.

Pupils working in the new building

Martin Collier, The Master at Haileybury, said: ‘At Haileybury, we believe the future workforce and society more broadly is going to be shaped by science and the interconnecting disciplines. That is why we have commissioned these buildings to ensure our pupils not only learn science but have the opportunity to become scientists themselves.’ 

Molly, a Sixth Form pupil at Haileybury, added: ‘The SciTech centre has really helped enhance my learning as a researcher. Being able to discover things for myself by creating my own research is a very important skill and I think the new facilities support that really well.’

More about Haileybury School

Founded in 1862, Haileybury is an independent school for boys and girls aged 11-18. Based in Hertford, it accepts both day and boarding school pupils.