Ysgol Gymraeg Tredegar, Blaenau Gwent

Sector: Education – Welsh Medium Primary School
Services: Full Electrical Installation

About this Project

Project Overview

Ysgol Gymraeg Tredegar is a new 210-place Welsh medium ‘seedling’ primary school with co-located childcare facilities, delivered as part of Blaenau Gwent County Borough Council’s strategic commitment to expanding Welsh language education across the county borough. With demand for Welsh medium education continuing to grow, the new school provides modern, flexible and inclusive learning environments for pupils and staff, while supporting the long-term objectives of the Council’s Welsh in Education Strategic Plan.

Our Role

Evans Electrical Limited was appointed to deliver the complete electrical installation for the new-build school, from incoming power infrastructure through to specialist education, security, renewable energy and audiovisual systems. Our scope of works covered design development, installation, testing, commissioning, BIM coordination and post-completion support.

Working closely with the wider project team, we ensured that all systems were delivered safely, compliantly and in line with the Council’s sustainability and operational requirements, while minimising disruption and supporting a smooth transition into occupation.

Scope of Works

Electrical Infrastructure & Power

New main LV panel board
TPN distribution boards and sub-main cabling
Primary containment systems
Small power and fixed power installations
Electrical supplies for mechanical plant
Earthing and bonding
Lightning protection system

Lighting Systems

Internal general lighting and lighting control systems
Emergency lighting throughout
External lighting
LED tape lighting to the main bronze entrance feature
Stage and feature lighting to the main hall

Life Safety & Security Systems

Fire alarm and class change system
Public address system
Intruder alarm system
CCTV system
Disabled WC alarm system
Door intercom system
Induction loop systems

ICT, AV & Multimedia

Data and voice installation
Multimedia display cable infrastructure (9 no. AV outlets)
Main hall sound system
Main hall large screen projection system
Stage lighting power supplies and AV systems
Full stage lighting installation, including lanterns, IWBs and control

Sustainability & Future Mobility

Photovoltaic installation – 146.8kWp system
EV charging infrastructure:
- 1 no. 50kW charger
- 3 no. 22kW chargers

External & Specialist Systems

Vehicle barrier power supply
Hand dryers

Project Delivery & Handover

Testing and commissioning of all systems
Operation and Maintenance manuals
Preparation of working drawings
Record drawings, including Revit ‘as installed’ model and BIM protocol
As-built drawings and documentation
12 months planned maintenance, including:
- External lighting summer/winter timeclock reset
- Fire alarm testing
- Intruder alarm servicing
- PV system inspection

Sustainability & Performance

Sustainability was a key driver for the project. The 146.8kWp photovoltaic system significantly reduces the school’s operational carbon footprint and energy costs, while the provision of EV charging infrastructure supports the Council’s wider decarbonisation and active travel ambitions.

High-efficiency LED lighting, intelligent controls and robust electrical infrastructure were specified to ensure long-term reliability, low maintenance requirements and adaptability for future educational needs.

Outcome

Ysgol Gymraeg Tredegar has been delivered as a modern, safe and inspiring learning environment that supports the growth of Welsh medium education in Blaenau Gwent. The completed electrical and technology systems provide staff and pupils with reliable, future-ready facilities, while aligning with the Council’s sustainability, accessibility and digital ambitions.

Evans Electrical Limited is proud to have supported Blaenau Gwent County Borough Council in delivering this important education project for the local community.