Guidance to help local authorities improve their school estate by refurbishing existing buildings was launched today.
It highlights the benefits of school refurbishments and how councils can achieve high quality results and innovative designs in the most cost effective way.
Minister for Learning Alasdair Allan: “We want to deliver a world class education for every child in Scotland and the space in which they learn has a key role to play. This government has a strong record in improving school buildings having rebuilt or refurbished a fifth of Scotland’s school estate since 2007.
“In addition to the schools being rebuilt and refurbished through the Schools for the Future programme, local authorities are also working hard to improve their school estate.
This new guide will help them improve their existing buildings and create innovative and modern spaces for pupils and staff. It will also allow local authorities to upgrade old buildings while protecting their listed status when necessary.”
Jim MacDonald, chief executive of Architecture and Design Scotland said: "Refurbishment complements new build investment by making more of what we already have and can also strengthen the sense of place that a school brings to a community.
“Besides attracting learners of all ages, these buildings can remain a sustainable asset for the communities they serve – a vital aspect of making truly sustainable places."
Improving school buildings
3 September 2015