Award success for Leeds Sixth Form College’s new campus building

Leeds Sixth Form College’s new building has scooped a national award for its innovative modular construction. 

The new campus building, called C Block, was named ‘Project of the Year for Education’ for modular building specialists McAvoy at the ‘Modern Methods of Construction’ awards in May.

Modular construction involves constructing buildings off-site, in individual building units – that are put together on site for efficient installation. 

The new three storey block, which opened in September 2025 at our Park Lane campus, is home to the School of Applied Science and School of Sport Science and Exercise. The building has created facilities for over 250 students including laboratories, a fitness studio and large theatre space.

The theatre is a welcome addition, and has been used for our new ‘Ask the Expert’ series -welcoming local employers, universities and apprenticeship providers to deliver interactive sessions to our students. 

Made in Belfast- for Leeds Sixth Form College

The new C Block building first started construction in September 2024 where it was made at McAvoy’s headquarters in Belfast and then put together on-site at Park Lane campus.  

In December 2024, eight learners from Leeds City College and Leeds Sixth Form College flew to Belfast to view the headquarters of McAvoy where they had the opportunity to see the modules – building units – that were being made for the new block at Park Lane campus. 

One student who attended said: “The trip showed me the wide range of careers available in construction and even inspired me to explore a new hobby, like mini crafts. It has made me seriously consider a future career in project management.”

The Modern Methods of Construction (MMC) awards brings the industry together to celebrate the most forward-thinking, impactful projects over the past year and spotlight the people and organisations pushing construction into the future. 

McAvoy were praised at the MMC awards for the “first class engagement and involvement from young people and the local community” in the project. 

Phil Mark, Principal at Leeds Sixth Form College, said: “Since the new building opened, we have been able to offer our students and visitors a modern and professional learning environment. 

“Whether they are preparing for university, entering employment, or beginning an apprenticeship, the space has helped us create a calm and focused place for students to learn and work.”