ABSTRACT
A building project, however large or small, can accelerate the normal pace of change. It is an opportunity to question the usual way of doing things and to take control of shaping the environment and its relationship to learning. The impetus for change to the physical environment can come from many sources – some are imposed from outside and some come from within the school community. The masterplan needs to consider all of the educational aspects of school experience and how they could be positively affected by change. The person with the job of leading change will need to make sure that everyone else, including all staff and governors, understands what is happening and the expected result. It is helpful if the explanation of the change can take the form of a compelling vision in which everyone can see his or her place in the brighter future.
