Schools come to us for everything from a few days of weather safe exam cover to multi month solutions during refurbishment and expansion. We deliver dependable temporary space that keeps your school operating smoothly while improvement works are underway. Delivery setup maintenance and removal are planned to avoid disruption to teaching and school life.
Temporary Structures for Schools
We provide reliable adaptable space solutions for schools including temporary classrooms dining halls exam venues and cover for activities and events. Our clearspan structures can remain on site for days months or longer with full compliance and a controlled installation plan that works around your school timetable.
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Unmatched Experience
40+ years in the events industry - we've been creating magical events since the 1980s. Our expertise spans generations of festive trends, ensuring we know what works and what doesn't.
Proven Reliability
1,500+ events delivered annually - that's more than 4 events every single day. This volume gives us unparalleled buying power, venue relationships, and operational efficiency that smaller competitors simply can't match.
In-House Capabilities
Everything under one roof - unlike agencies that outsource, we own our marquees, furniture, AV equipment, and work directly with our catering partners. This means better coordination, lower costs, and guaranteed quality.
What We Support
We provide temporary classrooms additional dining capacity and dedicated areas for examinations whenever schools need extra space. Our structures also support performances assemblies sports cover and parent events including open days. Every solution is designed to work with the space you have available and the activities you need to deliver.
Designed for Education Settings
We design each structure to offer comfort and practicality for students and staff. Heating lighting flooring accessibility ramps clear sightlines and fresh air flow all help create a welcoming environment that supports learning and wellbeing. Safety is always prioritised and we supply full documentation and installation planning at every stage. All equipment is maintained to a high standard and our experienced team works with care and awareness on active school sites. The structures can be scaled to suit small groups right up to entire year groups and can be reconfigured if needs change over time.
Trusted by Companies Across the UK
With over 40 years of experience and managing 1,500+ events annually, there's a reason we're trusted by leading companies across London and the Home Counties.
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What We Provide
We supply clearspan structures that create practical learning environments along with heating ventilation power and lighting including emergency lighting where required. Flooring staging and internal partitions help organise the space and we can include furniture equipment and catering support areas. Entrances remain secure approachable and accessible for all users. Everything is planned delivered and collected by one trusted supplier so schools have a single point of contact from start to finish.
Contact
Speak to Our Team Today!
The Lambing Shed, Raans Road, HP6 6JP
info@wacarrandson.co.uk
Our Process
We begin with a conversation to confirm your requirements timelines and any on site restrictions. A site visit then allows us to create a clear layout and fully considered plan that supports safe movement and practical use. Our team then delivers installs and supports the structure for the agreed duration before returning to remove it once no longer required.
Ready When You Need Us
Schools choose to work with us because we provide reliable cover on time with consistent communication and practical solutions that keep teaching and community life moving forward. We understand the pressures on education spaces and we are ready to help when capacity changes unexpectedly.
FAQs for Marquee Structures for Schools
How can schools use marquees?
Schools use marquees for a wide range of purposes, including:
Temporary classrooms or learning spaces
Dining halls or canteens
Examination halls
Sports and PE areas
Assemblies and performances
Open days or special events
Covered outdoor areas or walkways
What are marquee structures for schools?
Marquee structures are high-quality temporary buildings made from durable frames and weatherproof PVC or fabric covers. They provide fast, flexible, and cost-effective extra space for schools — perfect for classrooms, dining areas, exams, sports, or events.
Are marquee structures safe for school use?
Yes. All our marquees are engineered to meet strict safety and structural standards. They are wind- and weather-tested, fire-retardant, and installed by qualified professionals to ensure student and staff safety.
Can marquees be used all year round?
Absolutely. Our marquees can be equipped with heating, insulation, lighting, and flooring to create comfortable, weatherproof environments suitable for year-round use.
How long does installation take?
Most marquee installations are completed within a few days. We work around school timetables to minimize disruption to teaching and daily operations.
Do we need planning permission for a marquee?
It depends on the size, duration, and location. For short-term use (under 28 days), planning permission may not be required. For longer installations, we can assist with planning applications and compliance with local regulations.
Can marquees be customized to fit our school’s needs?
Yes. We offer fully customizable marquee solutions — including size, layout, flooring, windows, doors, lighting, heating, branding, and accessibility features.
Are marquees weatherproof and insulated?
Yes. Our marquees are designed to withstand UK weather conditions. Optional insulation, heating, and hard flooring make them suitable for comfortable use in all seasons.
How long can we keep the marquee on-site?
You can hire a marquee for as short or as long as you need — from a few weeks to several months or even longer-term arrangements. Flexible hire contracts are available.
What happens when we no longer need the marquee?
We handle the full dismantling and removal process quickly and efficiently, leaving your site clean and undamaged.