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Ireland's original provider of modular buildings, serving the education sector for over 40 years.

Modular buildings are a perfect accommodation solution for the education sector, offering speed, flexibility and minimal disruption, due to the off-site nature of construction. Actavo Modular has a solid track record in this sector, specialising in the design, construction, installation, and maintenance of high-quality turn-key, modular buildings for schools, colleges and creches throughout Ireland and the UK.

5 Decades of Modular Excellence

From humble beginnings in the 1980s, to our present day projects nationwide for the Department of Education, Actavo Modular has unrivalled experience and longevity in the sector, with a reputation for innovation and excellence spanning five decades.

1980s

1980s

Founded in 1980 as ‘Roankabin’, manufacturing timber-framed buildings. Became Ireland’s leading supplier of offsite accommodation in several market sectors, including education.

1990s

1990s

Introduced the first steel-framed modular building system to Ireland. As an industry leader in modern MMC, we moved to our new 60,000sqf facility in Kill, with 8 acres of onsite storage.

2000s

2000s

Growth from winning competitive tenders allowed us to design and supply some of the most advanced modular educational buildings ever seen in Ireland, such as Grangegorman Educate Together School in 2005.

2010s

2010s

We continued to invest in our hire fleet, expanded our temporary offering to include innovative permanent solutions, developed a brick slip solution and concrete flooring and received ISO accrediations.

2015 - 2020

2015 - 2020

Roankabin was rebranded to Actavo Modular. In 2019 we supplied one of the first NZEB compliant buildings for St Pauls Secondary School, Monasterevin, under the new Dept of Education Volumetric Framework.

2020s

2020s

We complete projects nationwide in healthcare, commercial, recreation, site accommodation sectors. Our education projects range from single SEN classrooms to multi storey school developments.

Why choose Modular for your education facility?

Why choose Modular for your education facility?

A modular building is a prefabricated building that consists of repeated sections called modules. The modules are fabricated off-site in a Manufacturing facility achieving up to 90% completion prior to their delivery to site. Modular buildings offer a distinct range of benefits for the educational sector over traditional construction, including.                      

  • Flexibility in terms of design and mobility
  • Fast delivery and installation, as modules are manufactured off-site
  • Minimal disruption to your students, teachers, parents and the local community
  • Improved sustainability, reduced waste and NZEB compliance

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From the outset, the project faced numerous challenges, including tight deadlines and the need for high-quality interim accommodation to ensure the smooth continuation of the school's activities. However, the Actavo team displayed exceptional professionalism and ingenuity, overcoming each obstacle with innovative solutions. The temporary structures were not only functional but also maintained a high standard of comfort and safety, ensuring minimal disruption to the education process.

From the outset, the project faced numerous challenges, including tight deadlines and the need for high-quality interim accommodation to ensure the smooth continuation of the school's activities. However, the Actavo team displayed exceptional professionalism and ingenuity, overcoming each obstacle with innovative solutions. The temporary structures were not only functional but also maintained a high standard of comfort and safety, ensuring minimal disruption to the education process.

Conor Berry

Principal, Gorey ETSS

To anyone considering engaging with Actavo, I would emphasise the benefits of having a construction company that not only meets the technical requirements of your project but also understands the unique needs of your organisation. Actavo Modular excelled in both aspects, and I am confident in recommending Actavo, as their team not only possesses professional experience and expertise but are also genuinely committed to delivering exceptional results. I am confident that their services would greatly benefit any institution embarking on a similar construction project.

To anyone considering engaging with Actavo, I would emphasise the benefits of having a construction company that not only meets the technical requirements of your project but also understands the unique needs of your organisation. Actavo Modular excelled in both aspects, and I am confident in recommending Actavo, as their team not only possesses professional experience and expertise but are also genuinely committed to delivering exceptional results. I am confident that their services would greatly benefit any institution embarking on a similar construction project.

Mary McDowell

Principal, Leixlip ETNS

The facilities provided by Actavo represent a new age of modular accommodation for schools as the comforts and features of the accommodation are similar to a permanent structure. One of the many challenges for any building company working in a restricted space with 1,230 students and 125 staff is to ensure that they adhere to all health and safety standards. Actavo were exceptional in this area and were very respectful and understanding of the demands of large Community College. The new build has been seamlessly integrated into the schools existing structures.

The facilities provided by Actavo represent a new age of modular accommodation for schools as the comforts and features of the accommodation are similar to a permanent structure. One of the many challenges for any building company working in a restricted space with 1,230 students and 125 staff is to ensure that they adhere to all health and safety standards. Actavo were exceptional in this area and were very respectful and understanding of the demands of large Community College. The new build has been seamlessly integrated into the schools existing structures.

John Cronin

Principal, Castleknock Community College

Actavo demonstrated expertise and professionalism throughout the entire project. The modular building was completed to a high standard, and the professionalism of the Actavo team was evident in every aspect, from the planning stages right through to the safety demonstrations for our school staff at the end of the project. They actively engaged with our school staff, ensuring that our needs and requirements were listened to. Their approachability and willingness to address any concerns or queries created a positive and collaborative relationship.

Actavo demonstrated expertise and professionalism throughout the entire project. The modular building was completed to a high standard, and the professionalism of the Actavo team was evident in every aspect, from the planning stages right through to the safety demonstrations for our school staff at the end of the project. They actively engaged with our school staff, ensuring that our needs and requirements were listened to. Their approachability and willingness to address any concerns or queries created a positive and collaborative relationship.

Liz Kavanagh

Acting Principal, Scoil Mhuire Lahinch

We received an Actavo Modular building to cater for our newly opening autism class. From start to finish, the service from Actavo was exemplary and we are really pleased with the completed project. Our students have benefitted from a bright, spacious and modern classroom which is cleverly designed to maximise the space and storage in the room. The accompanying quiet room has become the ideal space for our students to explore a wide range of sensory and regulation tools within the safety of the extended classroom space.

We received an Actavo Modular building to cater for our newly opening autism class. From start to finish, the service from Actavo was exemplary and we are really pleased with the completed project. Our students have benefitted from a bright, spacious and modern classroom which is cleverly designed to maximise the space and storage in the room. The accompanying quiet room has become the ideal space for our students to explore a wide range of sensory and regulation tools within the safety of the extended classroom space.

Niall Bergin

Principal, Scoil Iognáid de Rís

We were very impressed with the work carried out by Actavo Modular. All the preparatory work as well as the installation was done in a live school environment during the school term, with little or no disruption to school operations.

We were very impressed with the work carried out by Actavo Modular. All the preparatory work as well as the installation was done in a live school environment during the school term, with little or no disruption to school operations.

Tony Brady

Principal, Coláiste Phádraig

Any talking points were discussed professionally and were always solution focused and dealt with in a positive manner. The site manager also communicated really well with any other workers on site. Instructions given were followed and the school never needed to explain anything to any visiting sub-contractors - a clear indicator that they had received necessary information in advance of their visit to our site. The standards that the team adhered to throughout this project are a testament to Actavo and I’d be happy to vouch for their professionalism and workmanship.

Any talking points were discussed professionally and were always solution focused and dealt with in a positive manner. The site manager also communicated really well with any other workers on site. Instructions given were followed and the school never needed to explain anything to any visiting sub-contractors - a clear indicator that they had received necessary information in advance of their visit to our site. The standards that the team adhered to throughout this project are a testament to Actavo and I’d be happy to vouch for their professionalism and workmanship.

David Quinn

Principal, Ennis ETNS

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Why choose Actavo Modular?

With more than 40 years’ experience, Actavo Modular offers deep industry knowledge and unrivalled technical expertise in off-site modular construction. We understand the importance of providing quality accommodation and a stimulating learning environment for your students. We will work with you closely to ensure that every aspect of the project meets your specific needs and fulfils your expectations. We believe our experience and track record speak volumes, but our commitment to you is a relentless focus on safety, quality, compliance, innovation and customer experience, delivered by people you can trust.

Contact us today to discuss how we can help you with your education facility needs.

Contact us today to discuss how we can help you with your education facility needs.

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