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The new building on Elwick Road replaces the secondary school’s original teaching blocks that had barely changed since High Tunstall opened almost 50 years ago.
It has been designed with the school’s strong focus on Science, Technology, Engineering and Maths (STEM) subjects in mind.
Take a tour of the plush new facility here with a selection of pictures captured by Mail photographer Frank Reid on their first day.
1. Imposing entrance
The view of the new building from the main entrance. Photo: Frank Reid
2. The Heart of the building
The new building is designed around a central open area called 'the heart' Photo: Frank Reid
3. Badge of honour
High Tunstall College of Science's familiar badge on the outside of the new building. Picture by FRANK REID Photo: Frank Reid
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4. Rolling out the red carpet
Pupils arrive in the new building. Picture by FRANK REID Photo: Frank Reid