Next year will see The Whitehaven Academy reaching fresh heights – as the school’s new build rises from the ground. Work on the multi-million pound project is well under way with much of the steel structure for the 6,720 sq metre facility now in place, including the academy’s sports hall. After delays caused by coronavirus complications, 2021 is set to be an exciting year as students and staff get a front row seat to see building progress. The new academy will include 21 classrooms, seven science labs, two art studios with views across to the Lakeland fells and three design and technology rooms. It will make the best use of natural light and feature bright internal walkways.