Following a competitive tender process and approval at September Council, Morrison Construction has been appointed to complete the RIBA Stage 3 and 4 design for the replacement Beeslack Community High School project.
The new school will accommodate 1200 pupils, with core facilities such as dining areas, gym halls, and social spaces designed for 1400. The project also includes a swimming pool, Additional Support Needs (ASN) provision, and community and external sports facilities.
The Severe and Complex Medical Needs (SCMN) provision, initially planned for the campus, will now be situated at a different site within Midlothian. Further details regarding this will be released later.
The anticipated completion and opening of the new school are programmed for the end of 2029. Updates will be provided as key project stages are reached.
A Proposal of Application Notice (POAN) has been submitted for the project, marking a significant step towards the submission of a full planning application for the redesigned school in January 2027.
Two public consultation events for the POAN are scheduled: one on Wednesday 21 October, from 3:30pm to 8pm at Beeslack Community High School, and another on Wednesday 11 November, from 3:30pm to 8pm at Bilston Primary School.
Representatives from Midlothian Council and the project team will be present at these events to address questions and gather feedback on the proposals.
