A Carlton primary school has benefited from a major £946,000 investment as part of a wider programme of improvements being carried out across Nottinghamshire schools this summer.
Standhill Infant School has received a brand-new boiler system along with an energy-efficient air source heat pump, upgraded heating systems, new ceilings and modern lighting ahead of the new academic year.
The work forms part of Nottinghamshire County Council’s School Building Improvement Programme, which has seen more than £15 million invested in projects at 25 schools during the summer holidays.
County councillors visited the Carlton school during the break to see the improvements taking shape before pupils return to classrooms this week.
Councillor James Walker-Gurley, Cabinet Member for Economic Development and Asset Management, said: “It’s fantastic to see how our investment is taking shape to help benefit this school.
“This work, as well as the dozens of other projects happening over the summer, is also supporting a wide range of local SMEs through our supply chain. This helps us to keep money within the local economy and support family-run businesses across Nottinghamshire.”
Among the firms involved in the project is Arnold Electrical, a family-run company which has been serving Nottinghamshire since 1994.
Partner Paul Goulding said the company was proud to be helping improve facilities for local children.
“At Arnold Electrical, we’re incredibly proud to be involved in this project and it’s particularly rewarding to contribute to projects that directly benefit local schools and the wider community,” he said.
“This contract has provided valuable work for our team and allows us to continue investing in our skilled workforce while supporting the next generation through improved educational facilities.
“Seeing our work make a tangible difference to the environment where children learn and develop is something we take great pride in.”
The Standhill scheme was designed, delivered and cost-managed by Arc Partnership, a joint venture between Nottinghamshire County Council and SCAPE.
Across Nottinghamshire, improvement works worth more than £15 million have been taking place at 25 schools over the summer break as part of ongoing efforts to improve learning environments for pupils and staff.
