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John O'Gaunt School in Hungerford selected for government rebuilding programme
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John O'Gaunt School in Hungerford, Berkshire, is set to be completely rebuilt by 2030 after being chosen for a government school rebuilding programme. Initially bidding to replace a sports hall and one block, surveys revealed the entire 1960s complex needed replacement due to issues including old buildings, collapsed drains, and managed asbestos.
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- John O'Gaunt School in Hungerford has been selected for a government school rebuilding programme.
- The buildings, which date back to 1962-1963, are expected to be entirely replaced by 2030.
- Initial bids were made to replace just a sports hall and one block, but site surveys revealed the whole complex needed replacement.
- Surveys highlighted issues common in buildings of that age, such as collapsed drains and the presence of managed asbestos.
- Construction work to replace the school buildings is anticipated to begin in spring 2028.