Fresh pictures of a new multi-million-pound school in an Aberdeen community have been unveiled.
But one local councillor has insisted the firm must “get on with” the build.
Residents of Countesswells were given a preview of what their new primary will look like and were able to comment on the design and lay-out at a recent consultation event.
It is planned to open in 2021 with provision for more than 400 pupils as well as around 60 nursery children.
The plans also include an all-weather pitch, parking area and two separate playgrounds, in addition to an outdoor classroom.
Pupils living in the development are currently being taught at the former Hazlewood School and are having to travel outwith their community for education.
Two primary schools and a new academy have been proposed within the approved masterplan for Countesswells, which will eventually comprise 3,000 homes, along with healthcare facilities, local business units, shops, neighbourhood centres and parkland.
Council education convener John Wheeler said: “Evidence shows that outdoor learning and outdoor playtime are beneficial to a child’s development.
“This belief is shared and encouraged by the developers behind Countesswells, who have shaped the town to encourage healthy outdoor lifestyles that promote the well-being of its residents.”
Karen Watt, community liaison officer at Countesswells said: “Importantly, and in line with the community ethos we have created here, the school will also cater for the wider community, with designated areas that can be accessed out of school hours.”
The project director, Martin Dalziel added: “Families and couples looking to start a family will be even more attracted to Countesswells now that they can see the state-of-the-art teaching and learning environment that will be in place for their children.
“This, in turn, will accelerate the delivery of the other community facilities.”
However, local councillor Martin Greig said the school must be built as a matter of priority to accommodate the expanding community.
He said: “The company have to get a move on, because it is unreasonable to expect a family to travel such a distance just to go to school.
“A school is the core of a community, so there must be no hold-ups with the project going forward.”
