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MOVILLE COMMUNITY COLLEGE, CO DONEGAL PROJECT PROFILE

“Designed and constructed with a strong focus on sustainability, durability and environmental performance, the building incorporates rainwater harvesting, energy- efficient building services and robust fabric-first principles appropriate for a coastal location.” to maintain the safe operation of the existing school throughout construction. Delivering this modern learning environment with minimal disruption is an achievement the entire project team can be proud of.”

Also included are a double-height general-purpose hall with associated kitchen and stores, and staff facilities, administration areas, toilets and storage, with an enclosed first-floor link corridor connecting to the existing school. External and infrastructure works completed by Woodvale Construction covered the reconfiguring of vehicle and pedestrian access, new bus drop- off zones and circulation routes and 54 additional car parking spaces including accessible and bus spaces. External ball courts and SEN hard and soft play areas were delivered alongside extensive hard and soft landscaping across the campus, while the contractor also installed stormwater attenuation systems, a new wastewater treatment plant and water storage infrastructure, as well as diverting existing ESB services. Designed and constructed with a strong focus on sustainability, durability and environmental performance, the building incorporates rainwater harvesting, energy- efficient building services and robust fabric-first principles appropriate for a coastal location. The project was delivered through a carefully-planned phased programme, enabling the existing school to remain fully

operational throughout construction. Phase 1 was successfully completed in December 2025, delivering the new permanent school building and associated primary infrastructure. Phase 2 was completed in early 2026 and included the remaining external works, landscaping and final campus enhancements. Woodvale Construction is proud to be delivering this important education project, providing a modern, inclusive learning environment that will support pupils, staff and the Moville and wider Donegal region. Dermot Corrigan, Site Manager, says, “With more than 40 years in the industry, I’ve worked on a wide range of projects over the years, and that knowledge and experience proved invaluable throughout the build. There were challenges, but that’s part of the job. “The most rewarding part is seeing the pupils settling into their new school and making the most of the fantastic facilities. It’s a project the whole team can be proud of, knowing it will serve the school and wider Moville community for generations to come.” Brendan Conway, Project Manager, says, “The success of Moville Community College was built on meticulous planning, collaborative working and careful phasing

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