PLANS have been approved for the build of a primary school to serve a new housing estate at South Stirling Gateway.
The school will be built at the heart of the development site, with it featuring an external sports pitch and games hall which will be available for community use out of school hours.
An initial seven classroom school is expected to be constructed by the 2026/27 academic term, followed by a four classroom extension in 2033/34 depending on roll projection estimates.
The developer, Persimmon Homes, has committed £10 million towards a new primary school and secondary school provision and more than £500,000 to support local healthcare facilities.
Detailed planning permission for South Stirling Gateway was approved in October 2023 and the build is expected to deliver around 800 energy efficient homes over several phases, with almost 200 to be allocated for affordable housing.
Stirling Council leader councillor Gerry McGarvey said, “Stirling continues to grow and flourish and we are committed to providing first class infrastructure for children’s learning and development that helps our new communities to emerge and thrive.
“This modern, high-quality school will not only meet the needs of children, but families will also benefit as it will be placed in the very centre of South Stirling Gateway, with community access to school facilities out of hours.
“We are excited to see the growth of vibrant, sustainable communities such as South Stirling Gateway and look forward to welcoming new and existing families to the Stirling area as construction continues apace.”
