How Fabox Can Support Schools During the RAAC Removal Programme

The BBC has reported that the UK government has pledged to remove all reinforced autoclaved aerated concrete (RAAC) from affected schools in England by 2029. With 237 schools identified and counties like Essex among the hardest hit, the scale of the challenge is clear. Many schools are still teaching in temporary or disrupted spaces while structural issues are assessed and repaired.

RAAC was widely used post-war as a cheaper alternative to traditional concrete. Its structural deterioration has now led to closures, partial shutdowns and emergency measures across the country. The pledge to remove RAAC is welcome, but schools need safe, high-quality space immediately. Waiting four years is not an option for pupils who deserve stable learning environments today.

At Fabox, we have a practical, scalable and future-proof solution.

Rapid and Reliable Classroom Space When Schools Need It Most

Our modular units are built for fast deployment. Up to eight Fabox units can be transported on a single truck and installed using a crane within a day. This makes them ideal for schools managing closed corridors, unsafe blocks or reduced classroom capacity.

We help educational sites stay fully operational by providing:

• Additional classroom space
• Temporary staff rooms
• Replacement dining areas
• Multi-room teaching hubs

Schools can continue teaching on site while major RAAC works take place, reducing disruption for pupils, teachers and families.

Safe, Modern and Inspiring Learning Environments

Fabox units are not basic cabins. They are insulated, durable and designed with comfort in mind. Each structure can be customised to create calm and contemporary learning spaces, including:

• Wood cladding for a warm, natural exterior
• Seamless glass walls for light-filled classrooms
• Vinyl, carpet or hardwood floors
• Tensed ceilings and LED lighting
• Heating and cooling systems for year-round comfort
• Full branding and exterior graphics if required

Because our units can join together or be arranged in clusters, schools can create single-storey modular campuses that feel welcoming, safe and modern.

Supporting the Long-Term Rebuild Effort

The RAAC issue will not be resolved overnight. Inspections, rebuilds and maintenance backlogs will take years to work through. As experts noted in the BBC report, underinvestment in school maintenance has accelerated the deterioration of buildings. With multiple sites needing structural attention, schools will need high-quality temporary space throughout this period.

Fabox gives them the flexibility to adapt as their situation evolves. Our units can be:

• Rented for short-term needs
• Leased for multi-year projects
• Purchased for permanent expansion
• Relocated or reconfigured as requirements change

Once RAAC repairs are complete, Fabox structures can be repurposed as SEN spaces, after-school hubs, community rooms or additional teaching capacity.

This means no wasted resources and no single-use temporary buildings.

A Smarter Approach for Schools Facing RAAC Disruption

The government’s pledge is a vital step towards safer educational environments. But while structural repairs progress, pupils must continue learning in spaces that feel safe, comfortable and modern. Fabox provides exactly that.

We are ready to support councils, academy trusts and schools with modular solutions that are fast to deploy and built to last.

If your school or trust is planning RAAC works and needs temporary or long-term space, our team can help you design and deliver tailored modular classrooms that keep education moving forward.

Every child deserves a safe and inspiring place to learn. Fabox can help make that happen – today, not years from now.