St Kentigern's Rebuilt for the Future | Edinburgh News

St. Kentigern’s Academy in Blackburn has officially unveiled its £35 million state-of-the-art extension, built after half the original structure collapsed due to crumbling concrete panels. The new facility includes a gym, dance studio, fitness suite, and modern classrooms — all made possible by West Lothian Council’s £20 million investment, pending the Scottish Government’s promised £15 million. Without it, local taxpayers could face a £30 million bill. Former pupil Gerry Bann helped open the doors, while students performed live as the Archbishop blessed the site. Headteacher Dr. Gerry Burns says the rebuild is already transforming education, allowing full curriculum delivery and exams on-site again — all completed on time and within budget despite massive challenges. Listen in comfort:Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN:[email protected] This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting.Report issues to [email protected]. View sources & latest updates:https://sources.thednn.ai/1ff38b39450c2811