A St Albans school has unveiled ambitious plans for a new 'state-of-the-art' building on the existing site.

Nicholas Breakspear Catholic School has enlisted developers CALA Homes to rebuild the institution, citing the 'outdated' nature of many of its current facilities.

Revealing the plans, the school said that the project would deliver "sustainable-first educational space that will enable current and future generations of students to have a learning environment that meets their needs".

If given the green light, the school would remain at its current home on Colney Heath Lane.

The proposals include new and "flexible" classroom space fitted with state-of-the-art technology, a new library and updated outdoor playing fields for sport.

The school also says the project would allow them to better support children with special educational needs and allow for out-of-hours community activity.  

CALA Homes has been chosen for the project because of what the school sees as a "proven track record of delivery across Hertfordshire", pointing in particular to its work on North Herts College in 2021.

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Headteacher Declan Linnane said: “The proposals for a new school here at Nicholas Breakspear are both well-needed and very exciting.

"While we continue to deliver high-quality education for our students, the new plans will enable current and future generations of students to benefit from improved educational facilities."

"We’re particularly pleased to be working with CALA  Homes to drive forward these works as a sustainable focused developer who puts communities at the heart of their schemes.” 

An event will be held next week to get the feedback of residents, where a presentation will make the case for the plans.

A CALA spokesperson said they are keen to hear the feedback of residents and other relevant stakeholders, while also committing to honouring the school's 'legacy' with the rebuild.

The event will take place in the school's library between 5pm and 8pm on Wednesday, September 25.