Schools & Education

120 kWp Primary School Solar Array

Park Lane Primary Academy — Leeds, West Yorkshire | Completed 2024

Client

Park Lane Primary Academy

Location

Leeds, West Yorkshire

System Size

120 kWp

Completed

2024

A full rooftop solar installation for a 420-pupil primary school, designed to offset 62% of daytime electricity demand and serve as an interactive STEM teaching resource through live generation dashboards in every classroom.

The Challenge

The academy had rising energy costs exceeding £45,000 annually, consuming budget that could otherwise support teaching staff. The roof was a recently repaired flat membrane and the leadership team was concerned about waterproofing integrity. The school also needed the installation completed during the summer holiday to avoid any disruption to pupils.

Our Solution

Bee Solar conducted a full structural and waterproofing assessment before designing a non-penetrating ballasted mounting system. Tier 1 all-black panels were selected for aesthetic discretion. Installation was completed over three weeks in July with zero operational impact. A classroom dashboard displays live generation, carbon savings, and weather correlation data.

Outcomes

Project Results

Annual electricity bill reduced by £28,400 (63%)

Projected payback period of 5.4 years

Carbon emissions cut by 36 tonnes CO2e per year

SEG export income of £4,800 annually from holiday generation

STEM teaching packs delivered to all key stage groups

Zero disruption to school operations

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Our Process

How It Works

From first call to switch-on, we make going solar simple, transparent, and stress-free.

Step 01

Free Site Survey

We visit your site, assess your roof, shading, and electrical infrastructure. No obligation, no pressure — just honest data.

1–2 hours

Step 02

Bespoke Design & Quote

Our engineers design a system tailored to your building, usage profile, and budget. You receive a detailed proposal with ROI projections.

3–5 days

Step 03

Professional Installation

Our MCS-certified team installs your system with minimal disruption. We handle grid connection, paperwork, and commissioning.

2–6 weeks

No obligation. We typically respond within 24 hours.

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