George T. Nasuti Elementary School

Table of Contents

• About George T. Nasuti Elementary
• Upcoming Events
• Significant Milestones:
• 6/11/26 Topping-Off Ceremony
• Project Updates
• Renderings
• Meet The Team

About George T. Nasuti Elementary

The Woonsocket Education Department, in collaboration with the Rhode Island Department of Education is proud to advance a design-build project that will bring a new elementary school to Barry Field at 44 Smithfield Road in Woonsocket, Rhode Island. This thoughtfully planned 133,000-square-foot facility will occupy approximately half of the Barry Field site, balancing educational needs with preservation of community open space. Designed as a welcoming hub for students, families, and the broader Woonsocket community, the new school will support high-quality learning while also providing shared spaces for gatherings, performances, and events. The building program includes modern academic classrooms, staff and administrative areas, a music room, a media center, a medical suite, and student support spaces. Community-oriented features such as a cafeteria with an integrated stage and a full gymnasium will offer flexible spaces that can serve both school and neighborhood activities. A complete kitchen and back-of-house operations will support daily use and special events alike. Sustainability and student wellness are central to the project’s vision. The school will be designed in accordance with NE-CHPS Version 4.0 standards, promoting energy efficiency, healthy indoor environments, and long-term operational savings that benefit the entire community. Additionally, Woonsocket’s commitment to creating a safe, inspiring, and enduring learning environment—one that strengthens neighborhood connections and supports generations of students and families to come.

Project Highlights

• Project Type: Design-Build
• Construction Budget: $80,791,559
• Grade Levels: Pre-Kindergarten through 4th Grade
• Building Size: Approx. 133,000 ft²
• Location: Barry Field, 44 Smithfield Road, Woonsocket, RI
• Overall Project Schedule: May 23, 2024 - August 28, 2027
• Current Phase: Construction

The Woonsocket Education Department, in collaboration with the Rhode Island Department of Education, and Downes Construction Company (acting as the Owner's Project Manager), has established the Woonsocket Capital Planning Team. This dedicated team convenes weekly on Mondays at 9:15 AM to comprehensively review and discuss every facet of the ongoing project. Their agenda covers a wide array of critical topics, including the project schedule, requests for proposals, requests for information, budget considerations, documentation requirements, and much more, ensuring thorough oversight and strategic planning at every stage. Below is a list of the team members who are integral to this collaborative effort.