Nova Primary Academy, part of Peterborough Keys Academies Trust (PKAT), hosted the deputy mayor of Peterborough, Cllr Judy Fox, to show her the progress of the school’s new building project.

She said: “I am excited to see the plans for the beginning of an innovative and fresh vision for Nova Primary.

“This, I understand, is the first significant development of the school site in over 20 years.

“From the plans I have seen, the new building which includes a modern welcome and administration area will be a substantial improvement and I am delighted to be invited along to see its progress.”

The estimated £500,000 building job will seek to enhance the external look of the school by creating a new welcome entrance, including an extension of existing front elevation. The school’s main reception area and entrance will double in size.

The school’s front and side elevations will be overclad in natural timber.

Dr Ian Young, CEO of Peterborough Keys Academies Trust, said: “This is a much-needed building investment project for a school that needs a fresh look and a space which can be better used by all that visit or work within the building.

“Essential building work will be done to create a new welcome entrance fit for the school’s recent re-branding to NOVA.

“Central administration will have increased space to meet the school’s growth in pupils.

“The whole welcome area has been sympathetically constructed to make it more spacious and modern.”

The works started during the October half term and are planned for completion in the early part of 2024.