Project Handover: St Ronan’s College, Lurgan

St Ronan’s College originated from the amalgamation of St Mary’s High School, St Paul’s Junior High school and St Michael’s Grammar School. With capacity for 1,750 pupils, the co-educational school is now the second largest post-primary school in Northern Ireland. Teachers and students will share a single building at the new post-primary school.

The new school was built at Cornakinnegar Road, the former location of St. Michael’s. The £56 million college spans across 20,000m2 compromising of three storey’s in addition to a sizeable outdoor sports pavilion.

The project includes; inspiring classroom spaces, large sports facilities, double-height dining areas, school meals accommodation and administrative support services for the school.

Both the local community and the students will have access to amenities including the sports pavilion with synthetic and grass GAA pitches, football pitch, five tennis courts, fitness suite, music department, design and technology workshops, sports hall and a chapel.

Our MEP works for the school development included but are not limited to:

Digital Design & Offsite Manufacturing
NUGENT embraces a fully integrated, digital-first approach. Working to BIM Level 2 compliance, we used single co-ordinated 3D models across all stages to deliver complete design solutions. Through our Offsite Manufacturing (OSM) facility in Pomeroy, we designed, built, and tested modular systems prior to site installation — maximising efficiency, quality, and safety.

This project showcases not only our engineering expertise but also our commitment to innovation, collaboration, and excellence in delivery. We are delighted to have played a key role in a development that will serve students and the wider community for generations to come.

*Credit to St Ronan’s College for use of the drone footage in video.