Milestone Reached at ASN Learning Hub

Work to double the capacity of a state-of-the-art learning facility for Stirling’s young people with additional support needs has reached a key milestone. 

Bluebell House, situated on the grounds of Bannockburn High School, currently offers bespoke accommodation for up to 24 pupils and is fitted with classrooms, nurture nooks, a sensory room and a GP room in addition to facilities for staff and administration.

The facility opened its doors to pupils in August 2025 in time for the beginning of the school term. The extension of the building will bring the capacity of Bluebell House up to 48 pupils.

This month, the timber frame of the extension was completed, a positive indicator that the building project is on schedule, with the building currently estimated to open to staff and additional pupils in August 2026.

Social Work and Education Convener, Cllr Bob Buchanan said: “I’m delighted to see the pace of progress on the extension to Bluebell House which is already proving to be an excellent facility for young people with additional support needs. 

“Doubling the capacity of this learning hub will help respond to the needs of pupils and their families. It reaffirms Stirling Council’s commitment to investing and enhancing our education estate and ensuring the best outcomes for our children and young people. 

“I’m excited to see the work continuing on the extension of Bluebell House and can’t wait to see it welcome more young people upon its completion.”

Work began on the extension to Bluebell House in September 2025 with the second phase of the project costing an estimated £4.3 million funded by the Education core capital programme, bringing the total project investment for the facility to £9.4 million.

The Design and Build contract for Bluebell House is being delivered by Hub East Central Scotland Ltd. and Ogilvie Construction are the main contractors for the project.

Grier Edmead, Operations Director, Ogilvie Construction, said: “The site team have made excellent progress since work started on site last year and will now move on to external envelope work and internal fit out as they work towards completion this summer.”

Brian Craig, Chief Executive, Hub East Central Scotland said: “It’s great to see the delivery of this second phase of Bluebell House progressing so well. There has been a strong collaborative approach with partners throughout this project and we look forward to delivering a high quality bespoke space that will benefit learners with special needs across the area.”