ReleaseDepartment of Education and Early Childhood DevelopmentNovember 5, 2026
Fredericton plans a new 810-student middle school
A new school is planned for the Provincial Exhibition Grounds, with construction scheduled to start in 2027-28 and opening expected in 2030-31.
Summary
The plan: The new Fredericton middle school will be about 50% larger than the existing George Street Middle School, which had 741 students last year. Its planned features include 32 classrooms, eight specialized classrooms, two gymnasiums, a library, a cafeteria, and space for First Nations language and culture.
- Total project budget: $96.78 million
- Committed for planning and design in 2026-27: $13.8 million
- Construction scheduled to begin: 2027-28
- Expected opening: 2030-31
Source: Government of New Brunswick