Bo'ness Academy | |
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![]() Academy viewed from the north | |
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Gauze Road , , EH51 9AS Scotland | |
Coordinates | 56°00′35″N3°35′55″W / 56.0098°N 3.5986°W |
Information | |
Other name | BA |
Type | Secondary school |
Motto | Be The Best You Can Be |
Local authority | Falkirk Council |
Head teacher | Catriona Reid |
Gender | Mixed |
Age range | 12–18 |
Colour(s) | Black, red, yellow |
Website | www |
Bo'ness Academy (BA) is a mixed secondary school in Bo'ness, Falkirk, Scotland. [1] [2] The headteacher is Catriona Reid, who was appointed in 2020. [3]
The first Bo'ness Academy building opened in 1931. [4] The building had an extension added in the late 1950s, then was further extended in 1971. New school buildings opened in 2000. [5]
On 4 December 2007, a fire started in the school's gymnasium, resulting in damage to 30% of the facility and pupils being evacuated, according to a spokesperson. [6]
In June 2024, Falkirk Council announced plans for a £4.3 million community wing at the school, including a gymnasium with over 40 stations, a multi-purpose studio, accessible changing facilities and a reception area. [7] [8] The wing will also offer extended access to the school’s existing sports facilities, with a new rugby pitch being built for use by Bo'ness Rugby Club and the school's physical education programme. [7] Construction is set to begin in August 2025, with completion expected by October 2026. [8]
Ownership of the buildings is expected to transfer to Falkirk Council in August 2025. [9]