Education Minister visits £1.29M school extension

Education Minister John O’Dowd has visited a primary school in Carrickfergus to take a look at a £1.29M classroom extension.

The extension at Acorn Integrated Primary School, which has an enrolment of 201 pupils and 26 children in a nursery unit, has created three new classrooms and a play area for children.

Work on the extension was carried out by Newmac Contracts, Portadown and funded by the School Enhancement Programme, which provides opportunities fro schools to enhance and prolong the lifespan of the existing estate.

The Education Minister said: “I am delighted to be here today to see what a difference this project has made to the fabric of Acorn Integrated.  The new facilities have provided a real boost, which will enhance the learning environment and ensure that the school is well equipped to deliver the curriculum well into the future.

“Projects like this one have been made possible through the School Enhancement Programme, which not only benefits the classroom, but also supports the local construction industry.

“Improving the schools’ estate remains a key priority for me and I will seek additional funds to ensure that this important area of work continues to get the attention it deserves.”

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