Morgan Sindall Construction has officially opened the new £1m nursery extension for Ullapool Primary School in Ross and Cromatry, Scottish Highlands
The nursery extension accommodates two new state-of-the-art classrooms for children aged three to four. One will be for English medium teaching, with 15 nursery places, and the other for Gaelic medium education with a capacity of 13.
Three new secure play areas have been built externally, with one adjoining each classroom.
There is also an additional shared play-park. A canopy will provide cover in inclement weather, whilst outdoor lighting has also been installed. Additional school facilities include a new reception area, a work area for staff, a staff room and an ASN (Additional Support Needs) room.
Funding
The scheme has been funded by a combination of the Highland Council’s capital programme and the Scottish Government’s Early Learning and Childcare (ELC) provision, which aims to increase the funding entitlement for Scottish nursery-school children by August 2020.
A facility to support the whole school community
Ian MacDonald, special works manager at Morgan Sindall Construction, said: “We are delighted to celebrate the official opening of the new extension with the Highland Council, teaching staff and pupils. The project is a great example of our ability to deliver additional teaching capacity, efficiently and sustainably.”
Chairman of the Highland Council Education Committee, Councillor John Finlayson, said: “I am delighted at the opening of this fantastic facility that will support the whole school community in so many different ways.
“I am sure everyone in Ullapool and the surrounding area will also be happy to see the completion of this exciting project and everyone involved should be congratulated on reaching the completion stage.”
