THE BRIEF

Location: Nottingham

Sector: Education

Client: Private Client

Service provided: Professional Services: Valuation, Agency & Development: Sale

Challenge: When a 30,000 sq ft former school site in Nottingham went into administration, Innes England were initially appointed to provide an accurate market valuation and were subsequently instructed to dispose of the site. The property’s specialist educational use meant it required a targeted marketing approach to reach the most relevant operators and investors. The client needed clear, evidence-based advice and a well-structured sales strategy to achieve best value within a competitive, but niche market.

The Solution

Innes England delivered a two-stage solution combining professional valuation expertise with targeted agency marketing:

• Valuation Insight: The Professional Services team carried out a full valuation to establish market value providing administrators with the assurance needed to proceed confidently.
• Collaborative Approach: The property was launched to market with a focus on specialist education and care providers.
• Targeted Marketing: Drawing on in-depth knowledge of the education sector, the team identified active SEN (Special Educational Needs) operators and quickly generated interest.

The Results

• Swift Completion: The property sold unconditionally within a short timeframe to a national SEN operator.
• Strong Market Demand: Reflected sustained investor and operator confidence in the education and care property market.
• Joined-Up Delivery: The collaboration between Professional Services and Agency teams ensured a seamless transition from valuation to sale, achieving the best outcome for the client.

conclusion

Through clear communication, accurate valuation advice and targeted marketing, Innes England delivered a swift and successful outcome for the client. The project demonstrates the team’s ability to respond effectively to new sector opportunities with professionalism and precision.

Sam Hall, Associate Director Agency & Development:

“Our collaborative approach made a real difference here. By combining valuation insight with targeted marketing, we were able to reach the right audience quickly and secure a strong result for the client.”