The new 780 pupil high school in Kelso in the Scottish Borders, includes a 3G sports pitch and 2G hockey pitch, grass playing fields, 100 metre sprint track, long jump pit, netball court and eco-garden pond.
The project also includes space for an orchard and allotment, outdoor classroom, arts and craft garden. A new library and gym is also part of the facilities on offer.
New build high school
£20.2m
Scottish Borders Council
Autumn 2017
Morrison Construction
Cooper Cromar
25
New Jobs
1107
Pupil / Student Visits
272
Work Placement Days
11
Apprentice / Trainees
Scottish Property Awards 2018 - Finalist – Public Development of the Year
The new high school will transform education in Kelso and will provide much improved facilities not only for pupils but importantly for the whole community.
The previous high school had served the town well since 1939 but there is no doubt the new facility will provide additional benefits.