Notable first for Broad Haven School

What was described as a “red letter day” was enjoyed by the 113-pupil Broad Haven School on Wednesday (25th November).

It has recently been extended and refurbished – at a cost of £2.2 million – under the 21st Century Schools programme – the first school in Pembrokeshire to benefit from the scheme.

The programme is a major, long-term project which sees the Welsh Government working closely with local authorities with the aim of creating a generation of 21st Century schools in Wales.

The unique collaboration with Welsh Government will see £150 million being invested in the Pembrokeshire’s secondary and primary schools over the next few years.

That not inconsiderable cost is being borne jointly between Welsh Government and Pembrokeshire County Council.

Officially opening the new build, Council Chairman Wynne Evans, said it was a “red letter day” for both the school and the Authority.

“We see it as money wisely invested to ensure that future generations can be taught in modern, state-of-the-art buildings” said Councillor Evans.

The new extension at the rear of the existing building includes new classrooms, a nursery and a new hall with a state-of-the-art kitchen.

At the opening ceremony, Acting Headteacher Gareth Lewis, thanked pupils and staff for their patience during the construction work carried out by contractors, Andrew Scott Limited.

It was also a memorable day for Chair of Governors, Elaine Hughes. It was her last engagement before stepping down after four years in office.

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School Ambassadors Katy Hill and Evan Thomas are pictured with Council Chairman Wynne Evans outside the new school. With them, from the left, is the Cabinet Member for Education, Sue Perkins; Elaine Hughes; Council, Leader Jamie Adams, Gareth Lewis and local County Councillor, Peter Morgan.