Morgan Sindall has been selected to deliver a £2 million school extension and refurbishment project in Moray.

The contractor will carry out the two-phase scheme at Milne's Primary School in Fochabers. Work is scheduled for completion by the end of summer 2018.

The first phase of work will see a 6,800 sq ft extension built to the rear of the existing Category A listed structure. It will house three nursery classrooms and two primary classrooms as well as quiet time and ancillary support accommodation.

In addition, the extension will feature under-floor heating as part of an energy-efficient build and feature Larch cladding, coloured to enhance the setting of the existing historic building.


Once the extension is complete, the existing nursery will be demolished and a new play area created in its place, along with an outdoor amphitheatre.

The second phase of work involves the refurbishment of the school's 4,300 sq ft dining hall. Features include installing a new heating and electrical system, thermally-efficient cladding and double glazed windows.

Cllr Tim Eagle said: "Moray Council is committed to improving the learning environment in which our staff and children teach and learn. It is pleasing to agree a design which enhances the use of what is an iconic structure. When complete the whole school community will be learning together in a fit for purpose building."

Stuart Parker, managing director of Morgan Sindall in Scotland, added: "We're incredibly pleased to have been selected by Moray Council to deliver the works at Milnes Primary school and we're looking forward to delivering an inspiring teaching and learning environment."

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