The state-of-the-art seven-classroom facility is being constructed at the heart of the development site by McLaughlin & Harvey through the SCAPE Scotland framework. It is anticipated to be completed by late summer 2026 and will be followed by a four-classroom extension in 2033/34 depending on roll estimates.
It will be the first new school built within the Stirling Council area to support population growth since Newton Primary School opened its doors in 1996.
The new school will be constructed alongside external sports and landscaping and be linked to active travel routes to and from Bannockburn and its surrounding areas. Planning permission for the school was granted at the Planning and Regulation Panel on the 25 February 2025.
Social Work and Education Convener, Cllr Danny Gibson said: “It’s exciting to see the work getting underway in earnest on this modern and high-quality primary school that will serve a new community as Stirling continues to grow and thrive.
“The ground being broken at the site is a significant milestone in bringing the new Corbiewood Primary to fruition and it was fantastic to join partners to celebrate this achievement.
“The construction of this new school alongside projects such as the new Callander PS highlights our commitment to investing in infrastructure to support the learning and development of our young people.”
Chris Boyle, Framework Director, McLaughlin & Harvey said: “We are delighted to participate in the groundbreaking for Corbiewood Primary. Built to exacting environmental and educational standards, this school will undoubtedly become the heart of this new development and provide a community focus and great start for the young people of Stirling.”
Children from South Stirling Gateway will be accommodated at Bannockburn Primary School while construction is underway and will initially feed into Bannockburn High School.
The developers are in the first phase of housebuilding on the site following planning permission being granted 30 April 2024 for the first 150 homes. The South Stirling Gateway Development will deliver around new 800 homes with almost 200 allocated for affordable housing. The work on the development is being led by Persimmon Homes.
Neil Parry, Persimmon Homes East Scotland Managing Director, said: “Breaking ground on Corbiewood Primary is a key milestone in the South Stirling Gateway project, which will deliver a vibrant, sustainable new community.
“Persimmon is proud to be leading the delivery of high-quality two, three and four-bedroom homes at the site, providing a range of options for local families and supporting the continued growth of Stirling. The construction of this new school ensures families moving into the area will have access to modern, local education.”
