Weir officially opens new £3.7million facilities at St Joseph’s Grammar School

Date published: 21 September 2016

The project has provided a new permanent two-storey building to house PE and drama, as well as modular buildings for Science and general classrooms and toilets.

Speaking at the official opening, the Minister said:

“I have been very impressed by these excellent new facilities and I am sure that the £3.7million investment at the school will have a positive impact on pupils teachers and school staff now and for generations to come. This scheme has been delivered under the School Enhancement Programme which provides schools with much-needed new and modern facilities.

“Ongoing investment in our schools estate is essential and projects such as this will help in the drive to improve the school environment and create a better place for pupils to learn and flourish.”

Geraldine Donnelly, Principal said:

"This is a truly momentous day for the school and these new facilities represent a strong endorsement by the Department of the outstanding educational experience we have offered pupils on this site for almost 100 years. There is a long established sporting and dramatic tradition in the area and we are confident that the facilities will be enjoyed for decades to come, not only by our own pupils but also by many local and national organisations which will be made to feel very welcome here.

“We are indebted to the design team and the contractors who have delivered a first-class product and we will continue to work closely with the Minister and his department to further enhance facilities for our pupils and staff.”