School Estate Management

Fortrose Academy

Fortrose Academy

The Council approved £24M of capital funding in March 2025 for Fortrose Academy as part of the Highland Investment Plan.

An extension block at Fortrose Academy was constructed around 20 years ago, but the remainder of the buildings are in poor condition. Initial briefing work is currently underway, and the scope of the project comprises the demolition/rebuilding or refurbishment of these buildings in a phased manner along with a new synthetic sports pitch. The facilities at the adjacent Black Isle Leisure Centre, operated by High Life Highland, will also be reviewed as part of this project.

All new school buildings will be designed as Community Points of Delivery (PODs) capable of including community facilities, Council services or other partners as required.

A Stakeholder Group comprising Ward Members, Academy staff, parents and pupils, Community Council and other local representatives will be established with the initial meeting taking place early in 2026.