The project is being built next to the current Cumbernauld Academy. The new campus will have capacity for 1250 secondary pupils and a 300-seat replacement venue for the current Cumbernauld Theatre.

Once construction work on the new development is complete the current school buildings will be demolished to make way for external sports facilities.

The build is being undertaken with development partner hub South West and North Lanarkshire Council.

The development has progressed to the weathertight stage and it’s character is becoming increasingly apparent. External features are being completed including the striking brickwork and zinc cladding, which are becoming more visible as the scaffolding is taken down.

The internal works will continue in the coming weeks shaping the inside characteristics of the facility through partitioning, decorating and services installation of the building and energy centre.

Mark Stirling, Project Manager, Morrison Construction, said: ‘‘It is exciting to see the project at
this stage. It continues to be very busy on site as significant progress continues and we look forward to delivering this project for the community.”

Michael McBrearty, Chief Executive, hub South West Scotland, added: “It’s fantastic to see this innovative and important development taking shape, and to see the interest and engagement the current Academy is experiencing throughout this construction process.

“The new Cumbernauld Academy and Community Theatre Campus will provide young people with the best possible start with the provision of excellent facilities that can also be used by the wider community when doors open next Summer.''