A project milestone has been reached on a new £13 million primary school in Aberdeen.

Morgan Sindall has achieved the topping out stage of the new Stoneywood Primary School development and the project is on schedule to be handed over in spring 2018.

The single-storey scheme is being built at the site of the former Bankhead Academy, which was demolished following a fire in 2012.

The project is being developed using a cross-laminated timber framework covered in a range of external finishes including glass, render and cladding. It also includes a number of sustainable features such as low energy central heating and solar UV panels. Other features include a sensory garden, an orchard with insect and bird boxes and open spaces of grass for sports and games.


So far, the Morgan Sindall team has completed the external structure and electrical works, with finishing touches being carried out to the glazing.

Stuart Parker, Managing Director of Morgan Sindall in Scotland, said: "Topping out is an important milestone in a construction project and it's great to mark the occasion. We're very pleased to be making such good progress on what is a valuable addition to the education offering in the local area, and one which breathes new life and purpose into a derelict site."

Councillor John Wheeler said: "This is a fantastic milestone for the new Stoneywood School which will be another amazing addition to capital investment in education across Aberdeen."

Image: (L to R) Councillor John Wheeler, Managing Director Construction Scotland at Morgan Sindall Stuart Parker, Stoneywood Headteacher Gael Ross (credit: Kenny Elrick).

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