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Who we are..

James Strawhorn MRICS & Registered Valuer

Professional Experience

Specialist in School Premises Valuation

With almost 20 years of experience as a chartered surveyor, I specialise in the valuation of educational properties, focusing on the needs of Academy Trusts. I offer expert advice on RICS Red Book-compliant valuations for statutory financial reporting, ensuring accurate and reliable asset assessments for schools and trusts.

Senior Valuation Consultant | Hull City Council (2023 – Present)

Role delivering Red Book-compliant asset valuations across the authority’s property portfolio. Supporting financial reporting under CIPFA and local authority audit frameworks. Advising on valuation methodology and estate strategy.

Senior Project Consultant | NPS Humber Ltd (2009 – 2023)

I led comprehensive asset valuation programmes for Local Authorities and Academy Trusts, advising on school property valuations for financial reporting under IFRS, CIPFA, SORP 2019 and FRS102 standards. I gained invaluable experience in the nuances of property valuation within the educational sector.

Chartered Surveyor | Ryden LLP (2007 – 2009)

I carried out Red Book valuations for a range of purposes, including financial accounting, secured lending, and investment analysis. I valued educational properties as part of large portfolio assessments, along with commercial and industrial properties.

Graduate Surveyor | Sanderson Weatherall (2003 – 2006)

Gained early professional experience in property valuation and landlord & tenant work. Supported valuation reporting for secured lending and financial statements. Successfully achieved Chartered Surveyor (MRICS) status in 2006.

Why Choose us?

Alongside founding Strawhorn Surveyors, I currently work as a Senior Valuation Consultant for a local authority, delivering Red Book-compliant asset valuations for financial reporting and estate management. This ongoing public sector role ensures I remain actively engaged with valuation standards, audit requirements and the evolving needs of local government and education sector valuations.

My work with Strawhorn Surveyors focuses on supporting Academy Trusts and schools with specialist DRC valuation advice, drawing on my two decades of professional experience working for private sector, public sector and Academy Trust clients.

I’m committed to clear, compliant and dependable valuation reporting that helps schools and Trusts plan for the future with confidence.

  • RICS Red Book Compliance:
    Our valuations meet the highest professional standards and are fully compliant with the RICS Red Book, FRS 102, and SORP 2019.
  • Specialist Knowledge:
    We have extensive experience working with educational buildings and understand the unique requirements of schools and academies.
  • Tailored Solutions:
    We take the time to understand your school’s needs and provide a DRC valuation that reflects your property’s true value, taking into account pupil numbers and building condition.
  • Transparent & Reliable:
    Our clients appreciate our straightforward, no-nonsense approach. We provide clear, understandable reports that can be used for financial planning and audits.
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