A major expansion project at Berry Hill Primary School, Mansfield, has seen the installation of a new sound studio, learning lounge, and wellbeing hub.

It is part of a scheme funded by section 106 developer contributions from two housing developments in the Lindhurst area of the town, Nottinghamshire County Council, and school resources.

Council leader Coun Sam Smith, deputy cabinet Member for Education and SEND; Coun Nigel Moxon, Coun Andre Camilleri, whose Mansfield South division includes the Berry Hill area, and the director for Education and Inclusion, Peter McConnochie, visited the school to see how the funding has been spent.

Headteacher Ben Trenowden said staff and pupils at his school are already benefitting from teaching and learning in improved facilities and thanked the council for its commitment to the project.

“We are delighted with the support we have received in being able to use this funding for something that has had such a positive and holistic impact on our children.

“Having improved facilities for music lessons, learning interventions, and wellbeing helps us provide the opportunities and support that our children here at Berry Hill deserve.”