More children and young people in Scotland are being taught in schools judged to be in good or satisfactory condition than ever before, according to the latest government figures.

Statistics released this week show that 92.5% of pupils are now learning in schools rated good or satisfactory, up from 92% in 2024. The figures reflect ongoing investment from the Scottish Government, working alongside local authorities.

Since 2019, 14 new schools have opened under the £2 billion Learning Estate Investment Programme (LEIP). In 2024-25 alone, 17 projects were completed, including 15 new primary schools and two secondary schools.

Education Secretary Jenny Gilruth welcomed the progress, and said: "All pupils deserve to learn in modern schools that give them the best possible opportunity to maximise their learning. These statistics show our ongoing and significant investment in the school estate continues to deliver. The proportion of schools reported as being in "good" or "satisfactory" condition has increased to 92.0% (91.7% in 2024), compared to 62.7% in 2007, when this Government first came to office.

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"Through the £2bn LEIP investment, a further three school projects are expected to be completed this year, and we will continue working with COSLA, councils and the Scottish Futures Trust to maximise future improvements in the school estate."

Among the schools benefiting is Currie Community High School in Edinburgh, one of Scotland’s first Passivhaus secondary schools, which opened last month with LEIP funding support.

Headteacher Jenny Hutchison described the impact of the new facilities: "We have had the most incredible month in our new school. Our new building offers significant benefits for students, staff and community users by providing a modern, flexible, and sustainable learning environment that moves beyond traditional classroom settings. The open plan learning plazas and break out spaces support a wider range of teaching and learning approaches and in using them is enhancing the wellbeing of everyone. Young people are helping us make decisions about how best to use these spaces which is fantastic.

"As one of Scotland's first Passivhaus secondary schools, the design incorporates natural daylight, creating an inspiring and healthy atmosphere. We love the level of visibility in the building where learning can be observed from many angles.

"Our campus is also designed to be a vibrant community hub. The integration of community facilities really continue strengthen our connection with the local area, offering valuable resources to residents whilst also enriching the school environment. Our students in particular are enjoying the state-of-the-art sports facilities, outdoor teaching terrace and the debating chamber. This really is the school of dreams with endless possibilities!"