Work starts on Stratford-upon-Avon primary school

Construction work has kicked off on the new Shottery St Andrew’s Church of England Primary School in Stratford-upon-Avon.

The £11.3 million scheme will create a two-form entry facility for 420 primary pupils, alongside a 36-place nursery.

Johnny Kyriacou, Warwickshire County Council’s Director of Education, said: “Commencement of work on the new school is a positive step for the Shottery community. The school has been carefully planned to meet local need, support future growth and provide high-quality facilities for pupils.”

Internally, the new school will feature a dedicated hall and dining space and specialist group and intervention rooms, while externally, there will be a playing field and habitat areas, supported by external landscaping.

Mark Hudgeon, Regional Director of main contractor Speller Metcalfe, added: “We’re delighted to see work underway and it’s a pleasure to be working with Warwickshire County Council.

“We are building a high-quality school that will meet community needs for years to come.”