Work is under way to dry out a Highland school which was flooded when a water pipe burst at the end of May.
The main building Lochaber High School was left swamped and suffered extensive damage in the deluge two months into its closure.
Efforts to dry out and clean the affected areas, and to determine the full extent of the remedial work that will be required, have now commenced.
It is anticipated that the project may have to continue until December and, to ensure children can be taught to a sufficient standard next month, three temporary units are being set up.
Head teacher Scott Steele said: “Whilst the disruption could not have come at a more challenging time, I am confident with the support of colleagues from across the council that we will be operational at the start of the new session.
“Lochaber High School staff have all contributed to the preliminary work and will work in collaboration with all until the project is completed.”
Councillor John Finlayson, chairman of Highland Council’s education committee, added: “A lot of work has been done to put in place arrangements so pupils can return to their school so I would like to thank everyone involved for their excellent work.
“I am sure parents and pupils will be delighted to hear this positive news.”
