Respecting Milly Dowler’s Legacy While Enhancing Safety at Heathside School

Our fire compliance project at Heathside School has now been successfully completed. Works took place over the school holidays and included the design and construction of a three-storey external escape staircase, with follow-up works completed over a series of weekends.

A key consideration throughout the project was the Milly Dowler Memorial Garden, a space of deep significance within the school that commemorates the life of former Heathside student Milly Dowler and reflects the school’s commitment to remembrance, care and community values. Milly’s garden was created in 2004 and serves as a peaceful place for students to sit and enjoy during their break and lunch times.

We recognised the importance of this area to the school community and approached all associated works with care and sensitivity. We donated new plants to help further enhance and protect this special space for future generations.
We are proud to have delivered this essential safety upgrade while maintaining the integrity of such a significant part of the school.