Northern Ireland Education Minister, Paul Givan, has officially opened a new £7.3m arts development at Phoenix Integrated Primary School in Cookstown.

The project, funded through the Fresh Start Programme and supported by the UK Government, will provide a new seven class-base school and a single nursery unit.

Speaking at the event, Givan said: “I welcome the opportunity to be here and celebrate the official opening of these magnificent new facilities.

“The investment of over £7.3m will help to improve the school experience for pupils, staff, and the wider Phoenix Integrated Primary School community now, and for years to come.

“The opening of any new school building is something to be celebrated and these new facilities can only inspire children from the Cookstown area and beyond.”

Construction on the site began in January 2023. The building was delivered by Ganson and designed by RPP Architects.