Metal Technology supplied its Passive House-certified architectural glazing systems for Caledonia High School in Rosyth, working with trusted fabricator NetZero Facades to support the delivery of a high-performance, energy-efficient learning environment.

Designed by AHR and delivered by BAM Construction in partnership with Fife Council and hub East Central Scotland, the £88 million development replaces Inverkeithing High School, providing modern educational facilities for up to 1,735 pupils across three floors. The school officially opened in August 2026.

Targeting Passivhaus Classic certification, the building has been designed around a fabric-first approach to energy efficiency, with a focus on airtightness, thermal performance and occupant comfort. The project achieved an impressive airtightness result of 0.3 air changes per hour (ACH), exceeding the Passivhaus requirement of 0.6 ACH. The school is expected to use around 75% less energy than a standard UK new-build school.

Metal Technology’s Passive House-certified glazing systems contribute to the building envelope, helping balance demanding energy-performance requirements with the architectural vision for contemporary, light-filled learning spaces. System 5-45Hi+ Windows, System 17Hi+ Curtain Walling and System 5-35DHi+ Doors were installed by NetZero Facades. The project demonstrates the importance of collaboration between the systems supplier, fabricator and wider design and construction team in delivering high-performance buildings.

With flexible teaching areas, inclusive support facilities and modern indoor and outdoor spaces, Caledonia High School provides a future-focused environment designed to support pupil wellbeing, collaboration and learning.

The project further strengthens Metal Technology’s portfolio of high-performance education buildings across Scotland and the UK, demonstrating how its Passive House-certified glazing solutions support ambitious sustainability goals in large-scale public-sector developments.