Construction of a multi-million pound school complex in one of Inverness’s most deprived areas is beginning to take shape – eight months after construction started.
Merkinch Primary’s Schools modern L-shaped education campus is the first of its kind in the Highlands having been produced with Cross Laminated Timber (CLT).
Construction on the new site commenced in February by engineers from Robertson.
The new school will comprise of 14 new classrooms and a three room nursery to coincide with their multi-use games area and four court games hall.
Councillor Janet Campbell said: “This impressive extension to the 1876 Category B listed building will facilitate many additional educational facilities that will be maximised by an already dedicated teaching staff.
“All of this will undoubtedly impact greatly on the teaching and learning experiences, inspiring pupils to further nurture their varied innate talents and enhance their educational capabilities.”
Multi-million pound Highland school beginning to take shape
