THE countdown is underway as it's just 100 days until the high schools open on the £220 million Dunfermline Learning Campus.
Pupils will walk through the doors of St Columba's and Woodmill's new building on Wednesday August 21 and the excitement is building for the "dawn of a new era in education".
Fife Council's education spokesperson, Councillor Cara Hilton, said: "The partnership between Fife Council, Fife College and the Scottish Government underscores our shared commitment to providing high-quality education for all.
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"Together, we’re shaping the future of learning in Dunfermline and beyond.
"We're proud to be part of this milestone moment in Dunfermline's educational journey.
"As the 100-day countdown to the opening of the two schools begins, we’re eagerly awaiting the dawn of a new era in education.”
The campus at Halbeath will be shared by the two high schools and Fife College, the latter's campus is due to open next year.
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The contractor for the St Columba's and Woodmill phases of the project, BAM Construction, started on site in September 2021 with pupils helping to break ground on the official start the following February.
Among the highlights will be the pioneering 'Learning Lab,' which features a media studio, recording booths, performance analysis and creative project spaces.
Beyond the classroom, the schools’ offer a wealth of outdoor facilities, including community spaces, sports halls, fitness suites and a variety of pitches and courts.
Fife College principal Jim Metcalfe said: "We're so pleased for the students of St Columba's and Woodmill to be to moving into their wonderful new facilities so soon.
“The new innovation hub in particular is a fantastic resource for pupils in West Fife and I can't wait to see it in action as part of the partnership between the college and Fife Council to support students into work and future opportunities.”
There's up-to-date information on the new campus at fife.gov.uk/dlc and fife.ac.uk/new-campus
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