A Chester school is one of many across the country set to benefit from essential maintenance fixes being rolled out.

Up to £54.4m is being invested in schools across the North West, through the Condition Improvement Fund (CIF).

Children at The Bishops' Blue Coat CofE High School, alongide Neston's Woodfall Primary and Nursery School, will now benefit from a share of £470million.

This funding covers projects in education and healthcare settings - targeting crumbling school roofs and the removal of asbestos.

It forms part of Labour's mission to fix public services, delivering investment and reform through the 'Plan for Change'.

This year, the school estate has seen a record £2.1 billion investment – £300m more than 2024.

Education Secretary, Bridget Phillipson, said: "The defining image of the school estate under the previous government was children sitting under steel props to stop crumbling concrete falling on their heads. It simply isn't good enough.

"Parents expect their children to learn in a safe warm environment.

"It's what children deserve, and it is what we are delivering.

"This investment is about more than just buildings - it's about showing children that their education matters, their futures matter, and this government is determined to give them the best possible start in life."

MP for Chester North and Neston, Samantha Dixon, said: "Parents across Chester North and Neston will remember the serious concerns raised during the RAAC crisis, and the uncertainty it caused around the safety of our school buildings due to years of Tory neglect.

"I welcome this investment and am pleased to see Bishops' Blue Coat and Woodfall Primary School benefiting from this crucial support.

"Labour is turning the page through our Plan for Change, literally fixing the foundations of our schools so local children are in a safe environment where the can achieve and thrive.

"With free breakfast clubs, cheaper uniform costs and safer schools, Labour is setting children up for the best start."

Labour's investment seeks to deliver energy efficient and warm classrooms, with safe outdoor spaces.

A further £1.4 billion will back the acceleration of the school rebuilding programme this year, with a commitment to kickstart projects at 100 schools this year.

Rejuvenating schools by delivering new, high-quality buildings that are not just energy efficient but fit for all pupils needs.

This will provide high-tech facilities that will raise the standards of education through new sports halls, IT rooms, school kitchens and playgrounds that children and staff can enjoy for years to come.

Projects will be delivered during the 2025 to 2026 financial year, with the first upgrades expected to begin this summer.