School output specification. Generic design brief
Document Status
Current
Supplement
Core Supplement
Abstract
Provides guidance for designing and construction of school buildings, covering key principles; buildings and grounds; fittings, furniture and equipment (FF&E); ICT design requirements; operability and maintenance.
History
Last updated: 18 December 2023. First published: 27 May 2022. Also known as Part B. Accompanied by several MS Excel spreadsheets in the form of technical annexes which cannot be delivered through the Construction Information Service.
Subjects
- Schools
- Standards
- Building types
- Legal issues and management
- Standards/glossaries/reports
- Educational facilities
Publisher History
The Department for Education was formed on 12 May 2010 and is responsible for education and children's services. It was formerly known as the Department for Children, Schools and Families.
Information
NBS
NBS has produced specification systems and information products for construction industry professionals for more than 40 years. The National Building Specification is the recognised UK national standard and is used by over 5,000 organisations. NBS is part of RIBA Enterprises Ltd.
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