Exciting changes are on the horizon as a Swansea secondary school is set to see a major transformation! The old Daniel James Community School building, which closed its doors over a decade ago, will soon be demolished to make way for a brand-new Bishop Vaughan Catholic School. With Swansea Council approving a £2 million project, demolition is planned to kick off in January 2026, wrapping up by the year’s end.
One challenge? Removing the asbestos from the old building, but worry not—a licensed contractor is ready to safely oversee the process. Remarkably, over 80% of the leftover materials from the demolition will be reused on-site to help prepare the ground for the new school, reducing waste and heavy traffic in the area.
Thanks to the backing of the Welsh Government, which is pitching in £1.7 million, and the determination of local leaders, the vision of bringing secondary education back to this community is becoming a reality. This initiative honours a longstanding commitment to provide local schooling, ensuring students won’t need to travel far for their education anymore.
The planned Bishop Vaughan Catholic School will relocate to this new site and promises to be a hub of learning and growth, offering vocational skills and a capacity for 1,400 pupils. With a target opening in 2029-30, this project is a significant step toward revitalising education in the area. Keep an eye out for more updates as we watch this exciting development unfold! 🏗️📚✨