Secondary school plans major revamp

An east Cork secondary school built to accommodate 280 students in the 1970s is seeking planning permission for a massive expansion.

Midleton CBS currently caters for almost 600 pupils and 45 staff and uses eight temporary classrooms.

The planned development will add 7,266 sq metres to the present 2,000 sq m and facilitate accommodation for 1,000 students and 90 staff. The plans include greatly enhanced educational services and facilities and increased parking.