Investigation begins into primary school blaze

It has been confirmed by police that a probe is now under way after a village primary school near Stirling was badly damaged due to a fire last Saturday evening.

Around 40 firefighters were required to tackle the fire at East Plean Primary School in Main Street, Plean, which is not far from Stirling, at about 8pm.

A Central Scotland Fire and Rescue Service spokeswoman confirmed: “On arrival, crews were met with a developing fire in the school, which has required the attendance of 40 firefighters and officers.”

The fire crews worked through the night to get the fire under control, but they were unable to prevent substantial damage due to the ferocity of the flames. The fire was eventually put out at 5:30am on the Sunday morning.

A number of roads through the village including the A9 had to be closed following the fire.

Meetings are currently being held by the authorities to discuss the implications for the school’s pupils and keeping any disruptions to an absolute minimum.

The cause of the incident is still not known and Central Scotland Police are working with the fire service in investigating what happened for the school to catch fire.