In this section you will find current guidance on school building and design.
Buildings and design
Area guidelines for schools - BB82
Updated information on Building Bulletin 82, 'Area guidelines for schools', which has been superseded by two further publications.
General article 24 March 2011
Fire safety in new and existing schools
Information about school fire safety regulations in place for new and existing buildings.
General article 24 January 2012
Lighting design for schools - BB90
Information about Building Bulletin 90, which acts as a guide to those involved in new school buildings and refurbishments.
General article 24 March 2011
Managing asbestos
Information about managing asbestos in school buildings.
General article 07 February 2012
School grounds
Links to relevant publications providing guidance on designing effective school grounds.
General article 24 March 2011
Ventilation and indoor air quality in schools - BB101
Information about the Building Bulletin 101, introduction to the content as well as tools related to ventilation and heating.
General article 24 March 2011
