Construction of the project will be led by Heron Bros. The new campus will accommodate approximately 1,200 pupils from both schools and will be constructed on the existing school sites.

The main campus building and sports hall will be located on the current Ballycastle High School site, while the Cross and Passion site will accommodate outdoor sports facilities and a changing pavilion.

The sports facilities will be available for community use outside of school hours on evenings, weekends, and holidays.

Permanent Secretary, Dr Mark Browne, said the new campus “marks a new era for Ballycastle High School and Cross and Passion College.

“These two schools have a long and successful history of working together for the benefit of their pupils and the wider community. While both schools will continue to retain their own individual identities within the new campus, the modern fit-for-purpose accommodation will further enhance shared delivery of the curriculum.”