The Stour Academy Trust is a dynamic and forward-thinking Multi Academy Trust based in Kent, operating a number of primary schools across the region. The Trust is committed to delivering high-quality education and ensuring that all learning environments are safe, sustainable, and fit for the future.

Project Summary

GenOne has been a trusted strategic partner to The Stour Academy Trust, providing ongoing property consultancy and project delivery support across multiple schools. Our work with the Trust demonstrates the value of a long-term, collaborative approach to estates and facilities management.

Key Outcomes & Achievements

• Capital Improvements and Successful CIF Projects

GenOne has successfully supported The Stour Academy Trust in the development and submission of several Condition Improvement Fund (CIF) bids. These successful bids have resulted in the delivery of critical infrastructure improvements, including:

• Replacement of ageing boiler systems
• Installation of modern fire alarm systems
• General internal and external refurbishments to enhance the learning environment across multiple school sites

Schools Rebuilding Programme (SRP) — New School Building Funding

A major success of our partnership was supporting the Trust in securing funding through the Schools Rebuilding Programme, which will deliver a completely new school building. This transformational project will create a modern, high-quality facility to serve the school community for decades to come.

Condition Surveys & Funding Support

We have undertaken detailed condition surveys across the Trust’s estate, providing clear evidence to support both current and future funding applications. Our reports have helped shape the Trust’s estate strategy and inform maintenance planning, ensuring investment is targeted where it delivers the greatest impact.

Service Contract Re-procurement — Significant Savings Achieved

GenOne also provided expert support on the re-procurement of several large-scale service contracts across the Trust. This exercise has secured enhanced service delivery terms while generating savings of over £100,000 across the life of the contracts — releasing funds that can now be redirected into front-line education provision.

Summary

Our relationship with The Stour Academy Trust demonstrates GenOne’s ability to add strategic value across the full property lifecycle — from funding, compliance, and delivery, through to procurement and ongoing estates management. We are proud to continue supporting the Trust’s mission to provide first-class learning environments for all pupils.