Council news
Strong inspection report for Bainsford Primary School and nursery
Inspectors praise nurturing approach, strong leadership and ‘very good’ nursery provision.
26 Aug 2026
August 2026
Fabulous first for Falkirk Primary School
St Andrew's RC Primary school becomes the first primary school in Falkirk to receive an "excellent" inspection rating
18 Aug 2026
New guidance to help reduce the cost of the school day for local families
Schools to build on Fairer Falkirk work by tackling hidden costs and helping ensure every child can take part in school life.
13 Aug 2026
New Roman-themed playpark at Kinneil Estate
Falkirk Council delivers a £200,000 investment in an exciting new play space inspired by local history.
13 Aug 2026
Council secures funding to expand music opportunities for young people
Falkirk Council secures more than £300,000 in funding from Creative Scotland to boost music education across the area.
12 Aug 2026
Update on Maddiston Primary School Reinstatement Project
The construction project has been reviewed following further investigations.
10 Aug 2026
A lifetime inspiring a love of reading
Falkirk schools Principal Librarian Yvonne Manning retires after more than 40 years in education librarianship
7 Aug 2026
New 10-year strategy aims to support jobs, investment and growth
The proposed Economic Strategy aims to support local businesses, attract investment to the area and create more high-quality jobs, while working to share the benefits of economic growth across our communities.
7 Aug 2026
Record £123 million investment programme to support schools, roads, housing and communities across Falkirk
Update on the Council's highest capital investment in 16 years alongside additional £55 million investment in housing.
6 Aug 2026
Falkirk Pupils continue to build on success in latest Qualification Scotland results
Early analysis shows that attainment levels for Qualification Scotland results are showing significant improvement from 2025.
4 Aug 2026
July 2026
From sketches to street art: young people create mural for Falkirk town centre
Designed by local school pupils, the temporary mural celebrates Falkirk’s past, present and future through their eyes.
31 Jul 2026
Work begins on Falkirk Council’s largest new housing development
Former Denny High school site enters construction phase.
30 Jul 2026
Latest figures show sustained improvement across Falkirk primary schools
Early intervention helping more pupils reach and exceed expected levels.
22 Jul 2026
Music teacher Linda Muir retires after 40 years inspiring young people
A career shaped by music and pupils.
21 Jul 2026
Leading architects appointed for new Falkirk Town Hall
Stallan Brand based in Glasgow has been chosen to deliver the new Falkirk Town Hall.
7 Jul 2026
June 2026
Falkirk Council's school meals earn national food quality certification
The certification follows two years of work to continually improve the council’s primary school meal offer.
26 Jun 2026
A series of overnight closures announced for A9/A904 as major works reach new phase
Closures allow the Midthorn Bridge to be removed and major sections of road to open as dual carriageway.
19 Jun 2026
Funding boost for Callendar House will bring new events and improved facilities
Callendar House awarded more than £130,000 from Museums Futures funding
18 Jun 2026
Work under way to prepare Grangemouth for Freeport investment
An update will be provided at a meeting of the Council on 25 June.
18 Jun 2026
Local schools move up a gear with new bikes funding
Falkirk Council has secured funding to provide four schools with their own fleet of bikes.
17 Jun 2026
New Chair appointed to lead Pride in Place Neighbourhood Board
Local community representative comes into role as search begins for Board Members.
17 Jun 2026