Here are the answers to some commonly asked questions about our education buildings. If you’d like to find out more, please call us on 01 808 5055 or click here to contact us.

Do your educational buildings meet building regulations?
All Portakabin buildings we provide meet the requirements of The Building Regulations (UK), The Building Standards (Scotland) and other permanent building standards.

How many pupils can I accommodate?
We offer a range of education accommodation for any number of staff or students, from 1 to more than 1,000. Our team will be happy to advise you on the most suitable building size and layout for the number of pupils you need to accommodate.

What is the average delivery time for a school building?
Whether you choose to hire or buy, we can react quickly to the most urgent accommodation needs, installing some buildings in a matter of days. On average, delivery time will range from just a few days for a single hired building, to a few weeks for a large, multi-storey school.

Can you do the groundworks for the building?
Yes, we can complete the groundworks to provide a one-stop-shop solution for your building installation.

Do Portakabin buildings meet fire regulations?
Portakabin buildings are designed to meet Part B of The Building Regulations (UK), with half-hour fire resistance*. This can be increased to one hour, if required.

How do you deal with security in schools?
We can provide a wide range of security options for your building, from intruder alarms to CCTV. Just ask our team and we’ll be happy to help.

Do Portakabin buildings meet the requirements of the Disability Discrimination Act?
Portakabin buildings can meet the requirements of these regulations and the obligations of the DDA. However, your precise requirements will be project specific. You should seek clarification of these requirements from your local Building Control department before finalising your accommodation solution.

 * Does not apply to Portakabin Pacemaker buildings