Whitecraig Primary School has been nominated in the ‘Education Building or Project’ category alongside four other projects. The building opened to pupils in January and draws on the village’s mining heritage with a modern twist through charcoal grey brick reminiscent of coal and industrial-inspired copper coloured cladding. Calm colours and textures within provide a soothing environment for learning while light-filled spaces and ample use of glass offers views throughout the school and outside.

Cabinet member for Education and Children’s and Family Services Councillor Fiona Dugdale said: “Having visited I know how special the new Whitecraig Primary School is, so I am delighted that it is being recognised by the Scottish Design Awards.

“The building was designed by our council’s in-house architect team following extensive consultation with school staff, education teams and, crucially, children and families. Their feedback since it opened has been overwhelmingly positive and it is already making a huge difference to day-to-day teaching and learning. To be nominated for this award is the icing on the cake!”

Whitecraig Primary School received funding from phase one of the Scottish Government’s Learning Estate Investment Programme and contributions from housing developers working locally.

The Scottish Design Awards take place on 24 June at the Double Tree Hotel in Glasgow.