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05/10/2016

Maxi Construction Delivers £1.3m Primary School Extension Project

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Maxi Construction has delivered a £1.3 million primary school extension project in West Lothian.

The scheme at Blackridge Primary School was managed by the council's Construction and Design team.

Features include a new games hall complete with modern changing facilities, improved access to the school through a new main entrance way and a new reception area. In addition, internal alterations were carried out to allow disabled access between the various levels within the school.
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Speaking at an event marking the completion of works, Cllr David Dodds said: "I am delighted to officially open the new £1.3m extension to Blackridge Primary School.

"The new games hall will give a real boost to the school, increasing the amount and range of physical activity offered for Blackridge pupils."

Maxi Construction's Managing Director, John Aitchison, added: "We are proud to have delivered the extended and enhanced facilities at Blackridge Primary School, which include a new games hall with modern changing facilities, school entrance and reception area.

"This project also provided learning opportunities both for pupils, by way of a blog, and for members of our supply chain, via formal training."

(LM/CD)

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