Dumfries Primary Schools, Galloway

Innovative lighting scheme in three primary schools to create a stimulating and energy efficient environment

An inspirational lighting scheme used throughout three new primary schools to create a stimulating and energy efficient for pupils and staff alike.
Dumfries and Galloway Council invested a total of £16.1m on the development of Cargenbridge, Lincluden and Troqueer Primary Schools.
The lighting schemes for the three primary schools used Concord’s Kometa 600 recessed modular luminaries in conjunction with the Ovation 65 suspended system to complement the architecture of the suspended and slanted ceilings of the classrooms. Both luminaires are fitted with DSI dimmable sensors, which work together with the natural daylight in the classroom to provide a consistent level of light as well as saving energy.
Throughout the circulation areas, LED 100 TE downlights with integrated emergency lighting function are used in conjuction with Slot bi-directional luminaires and Continuum to provide a functional, yet aesthetically pleasing environment for students and teachers alike.
Each school received a grant from the Energy Saving Trust, which partly funded their renewable energy and the results are truly impressive: all three schools were awarded Energy Performance Certificates ratings of ‘A’ and were given a ‘Very Good’ BREAAM assessments.