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Work starts on Burton upon Trent primary school

Forming part of a 2,200-home residential scheme, Clegg Construction has started work on the Drakelow Primary School.

Developed by Countryside Partnerships, the scheme is located on the former Drakelow power station site in Burton upon Trent.

The 420-pupil primary school, being built on Marley Way, has been designed to be flexible in use and meet a range of requirements. Both the indoor and outdoor areas will maximise the learning experience, with classrooms flowing onto outdoor teaching spaces to allow for integration of inside and outside teaching.

New sports facilities, including a 3G pitch, will be included, as well as a habitat area to provide forest school experiences.

The scheme, which is due for completion by the end of 2025, will also feature a 26-place nursery and a 45-space staff car park.

Clegg Construction Managing Director, Michael Sims, said: “We are very pleased to have started on site to deliver this new primary school in South Derbyshire, which will serve the community currently being developed on the site of the former power station.”

Countryside Partnerships Operations Director, Michael Moore, said: “The new building will be a valuable addition to the Drakelow development, providing a modern, sustainable and attractive environment in which students can learn and thrive.”

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