Major milestone for new Nuneaton school with ‘IT-rich’ classrooms and gym

Construction has started on a new secondary school to provide much-needed places in Nuneaton. Work is underway to build Higham Lane North Academy on the huge Top Farm.

It will be one of several features on the sprawling site, off Higham Lane, which will also play host to 1,700 new homes. The start of construction was marked with an opening ceremony.

With site preparations complete, the lift shaft and first steels already in place, the new school is scheduled for completion in the summer of 2025. It should then open to the first Year 7 students in September 2025.

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It will be a part school of Higham Lane School, which is based nearby. Both are part of the Central England Academy Trust.

What will be at the new school?

There will be a two-storey teaching building with what have been described as ‘IT-rich’ classrooms, science laboratories, a drama studio, a music room and state-of-the-art classrooms and indoor sports.

The vast outdoor space will include a multi-purpose four-court play area and grass pitches for year-round sports, a theater/performance amphitheater, a curriculum habitat area, quiet outdoor learning areas, a garden SEND and an outdoor canopied dining area.

It is understood that the sports facilities will be open to the public outside of school hours.

Speaking after the opening, Ben Elliott, Chief Financial Officer of Central England Academy Trust, said: “This is a significant milestone in the development of Higham Lane North Academy and we are delighted to be creating a learning environment that will enable us to deliver an academic excellent. and holistic outcomes for another 900 local children.

“The state-of-the-art facilities at this brand new school will enable students to access not only the broad and balanced knowledge curriculum based on the proven Higham Lane School model, but also an innovative education that will encompass digital media, IT, engineering, theatre, music, art and ample opportunities for sports recreation and education.”

Alex Biddle, BAM Project Manager, added: “BAM has extensive experience in delivering education projects across the UK that provide sustainable learning environments, inspire students and facilitate local community engagement.

“Making a difference to the communities we work in is very important to BAM and we are delighted to be providing this first-class educational facility for the young people of Nuneaton.”

Families interested in registering an interest for a place in Year 7 from September 2025 can complete the online form via the school’s new website here

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