Education Minister Paul Givan has officially opened the new £56m St Ronan’s College, Lurgan.
The new build project comprises a 1,750 pupil post-primary school to facilitate the amalgamation of three post-primary schools in the Lurgan area.
Speaking at the opening ceremony Paul Givan said: “This is a great day for everyone at St Ronan’s College and the wider community.
“It represents a significant investment of over £56m. That is an investment which not only gives us this superb building, but one that helps to give current and future pupils the best possible start.”
The Minister continued: “A new building brings tangible change to daily school life and the wider community. Teachers, staff and pupils deserve to teach and learn in schools that create an environment for children to learn and flourish. I am certain the new facilities here will serve the pupils and the local community well, now and for generations to come.
“I would like to acknowledge the efforts of everyone involved in delivering this project, including school staff, governors, consultants, contractors and officials.
“I wish everyone associated with the school every success as they embark on a new chapter at St Ronan’s.”
Construction of the school commenced in April 2023 and was completed in August 2025.
