WSC Dunfermline – World’s Largest Passivhaus Certified School

Project – WSC Dunfermline
Client – FES
Main Contractor – BAM Construction

BAM UK & Ireland’s Woodmill High School and St Columba’s RC High School, part of the Dunfermline Learning Campus in Fife, has officially become the largest Passivhaus-certified educational building in the world. The contractor built a Passivhaus Classic dual secondary school building in Dunfermline under one roof for Fife Council.

The school has recorded an airtightness of 0.45m3/(hr-m3)@50Pa air changes per hour, meaning less than half of the air inside the building is replaced by outside air due to leakage each hour. This improves heat retention and energy efficiency.
The project has received certification from the independent Passivhaus Institute, making it the largest certified building in the world in the school, college and university categories.

Key Components

Western Insulation delivered the full thermal insulation package, contributing to the project’s outstanding energy and performance outcomes. Our works included:

  • Thermal insulation across all key building areas
  • Integration with BAM Construction and FES throughout installation
  • Supporting Passivhaus performance requirements
  • Ensuring consistent quality and airtightness across the full specification
Our Contribution
  • Exceptional thermal performance
  • Industry-leading energy efficiency
  • Consistent delivery to Passivhaus standards
Our Say

“Western Insulation was proud to work alongside BAM Construction and FES on the world’s largest Passivhaus-certified educational building. Completing the full thermal insulation package on time and to the highest standards, we are delighted to have contributed to a project that sets a new benchmark for sustainable design and operational efficiency.”