Dundee education chief Stewart Hunter believes the city’s new-look multi-million-pound Harris Academy will prove to be a top class institution for years to come.
Speaking on the day the school opened its doors to pupils for the first time, the council’s convener of children and families services said he believes the facility will be enjoyed by generations of pupils.
The £31 million complex opened to fourth, fifth and sixth year pupils, with S1 to S3 students joining them after the summer break.
The council hosted a public tour of the new building last month and Councillor Hunter insists the feedback he has received from pupils and parents has all been extremely positive.
Mr Hunter revealed: “I’m absolutely delighted to see the kids going in for their first day.
“The feedback I have had from parents and pupils has all been very positive.
“I’ve been blown away myself by the building and a huge thank you has to go to the contractors who have put in a power of work.
“I’m now looking forward to the whole school opening.”
Mr Hunter continued: “We’re left with a fantastic school that generations of pupils will be able to enjoy.
“Thank you to everyone who has worked so hard.
“We’re seeing the fruits of our labour now.”
A 3D printer, 25m swimming pool and recording studio are just some of the new features that were unveiled to senior pupils .
Other new features in the school include a large games hall, dance studio and science hub.
Harris Academy pupils and staff have been moved to the former Rockwell High School during construction.
Speaking previously, head teacher Barry Millar said his staff were looking forward to returning to the school’s rightful home.
He said: “I’m really happy. It’s a building that has very much been designed with open space in mind. There’s a lot of flexible space.
“There is a lot of training for the staff to get to grips with the new equipment.
“They’re looking forward to getting back to Harris’s home.”
