South School (Upper School)

19 Horton St

Birdseye view of the KT Murphy location where South School will be constructed.

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    Concept

    Complete

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    Programming

    Complete

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    Design

    2023

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    Construction

    2025

  • Rendering of a new school building

    Opening

    2030

Architectural rendering of proposed 3-story school building with parking lots and trees bordering the perimeter

The City of Stamford and Stamford Public Schools collaborated with a consultant team at S/L/A/M Architects to prepare a grant application to the State of Connecticut which includes an architectural Feasibility Study, and a Board of Education approved an Educational Specification. Currently the site for Horton Street Upper School is occupied by K.T. Murphy Elementary School. In 2028 students enrolled at KT Murphy will become the inaugural class of the new South School (Lower School). Existing KT Murphy Elementary School will be demolished, and completion of Horton Street South School (Upper School) serving grades fifth through eighth. The Upper school is anticipating completion for occupancy school year 2030. 

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