A £2million school expansion project could see 210 new places created to meet growing demand.

Next Wednesday (September 14), parents and residents will have a first look at plans for White Bridge Primary School in Greensted Road, Loughton.

The project, funded by Essex County Council, would see a nine-classroom extension at the school rated ‘good’ by Ofsted.

Head teacher Julie Witteridge said: “We are pleased with the plans for expansion that have been developed in partnership with Essex County Council.

“With the growing demand for school places in the locality, we currently have to teach some children in temporary classrooms.

“We are therefore delighted that the proposed plans would replace these and allow us to teach everyone within the main building in new permanent classrooms.

“This would enhance our provision for present and future pupils.”

Also included in proposals are an outdoor play and learning area with a canopy for reception classes, and 14 new car parking spaces.

At the plan exhibition next week council officers, the project manager, architect and planning consultant will be on hand to discuss the proposals.

Education councillor Ray Gooding said: “We continue to be able to offer the vast majority of pupils a place at one of their parents’ preferred schools and our ongoing investment is vital in maintaining that track record.

“We are planning to spend about £360million over the next three years on creating thousands of new school spaces across Essex.

“Projects such as this one at White Bridge Primary School are crucial if we are to continue to meet the rising demand for places and I am very happy with the proposals.

“I would encourage residents and parents to have their say by taking part in the consultation process.”

The exhibition on Wednesday runs between 3pm and 6.30pm.

Floor plans and designs will be on show, with feedback questionnaires to fill in.

The questionnaire and plans will also be available at www.essexinsight.org.uk between September 14 and September 27.

It is hoped that work will start by March 2017, with new classrooms ready for January 2018.