Deputy First Minister John Swinney has officially opened the new Queen Margaret Academy.
Pupils, parents and teachers were among the VIP guests who came together to celebrate the official opening of Ayr's new Queen Margaret Academy on Thursday.
A range of musical entertainment was provided and Mr Swinney, who is also the Cabinet Secretary for Education and Skills, said: “It was tremendous to join pupils, teachers and parents to celebrate the history and future of a school that has grown at the heart of its community for over 150 years.
“My thanks to South Ayrshire Council for its ongoing investment to build and refurbish schools, which we support through Scotland’s Schools for the Future and the £1billion Learning Estate Investment Programme. The impressive new facilities Queen Margaret Academy boasts will serve pupils, teachers, and the surrounding community for years to come.”
Construction of the £25million school began beside the old school in November 2017 and pupils stepped foot into the new building in October 2019.
The new school is designed around a naturally lit central atrium with modern, well-equipped classrooms.
Pupils, teachers and parents were heavily involved in the consultation process for the design of the new building, which can hold 800 pupils.
It boasts interactive learning environments, a large games hall, a gym, two all-weather pitches, a fitness suite and a host of other exciting facilities.
The school was built by Kier Construction and delivered by South Ayrshire Council in partnership with hub South West.
