Parents, pupils and staff will be able to view plans for a proposed new science and technology block at Queen Elizabeth II High School after they went on display at the school.

The government is seeking to develop a sustainable, low-carbon building and the scheme has an existing budget of about £10m.

The two-floor extension on the west of the Peel school will provide science laboratories, workshops and classrooms, together with a large flexible space linking it to the existing school building.

Chief Minister Howard Quayle MHK said: ’These are exciting plans and demonstrate the government’s commitment to investing in education.’

’The low-carbon building would also be in keeping with our climate change goals.’

’This investment will no doubt help spark the imagination of future engineers, scientists and artists, so I fully support it.’

The scheme will also see the refurbishment and re-purposing of some existing rooms to provide improved facilities for maths, computer science, drama and art.

The bus lay-by and parking across the front of the school will be extended.

Head teacher Sue Moore said: ’It is fitting that in a week when we celebrate the success of our students with our prizegiving ceremony, we can also look forward to improving the facilities for students of the future and building on our success in science and technology.’

The plans will be available to view in the school’s foyer until tomorrow, Friday, and will also be published on the Isle of Man Government website. Education chiefs want people to say what they think about the proposals before the appointment of a design team to finalise the scheme.