(UK) Telford: New $16M SPED school for 60 students opens

Oct 13, 2026, Shropshire Live: New £12m specialist education building opens in Telford

Current and former chief executives of the Learning Community Trust, Paul Roberts and Gill Eatough MBE, cut a ribbon to formally open the new building on the Hortonwood campus.

The 1,533 sq. metre building, delivered by GMI Construction Group, an independent UK contractor operating across the Midlands and the North of England, provides 60 places for SEND students.

Built next to the existing Queensway North site, it enables the academy to unite its provision on a single campus, creating a more unified learning environment. . . .

Paul Jones, chief operating officer at LCT, said: “It’s wonderful to see this fantastic new facility officially open and brought to life by students and staff. . . .

Councillor Shirley Reynolds, Telford & Wrekin Council’s cabinet member for children and young people, said: “This investment is a fantastic step forward for education in our area. By expanding Wheat Leasows, we will not only enhance the educational environment but also ensure that our children receive the best support possible. We are committed to investing in our future generations.” . . .