YOUNGSTERS attending primary school in Haddington after the summer holidays will be at a school with a new name.

In April, plans to close Haddington Infant School and King’s Meadow Primary School in favour of a new single school in the town were given the go-ahead by East Lothian Council.

Fiona Robertson, the council’s head of education, said: “We know that consistency is vital for learner progression, effective and seamless transition, and raising attainment for all.

"Pupil wellbeing is also better supported where approaches are consistent across one school team.

“We will write to staff and parents advising them of the proposed changes and affirming our commitment to work with and engage everyone in the school community in this period of transition.”

And now, the council has launched a public consultation as they seek suggestions for a name for the new school.

Suggestions for new names will be collected, along with explanations of why that name is suitable, before a shortlist of the most popular names is created.

A vote for the most popular name will then be undertaken by pupils, parents and the local community.

The consultation began today (Monday) and runs until Sunday, August 26.

Entries should be emailed to educationconsultations@eastlothian.gov.uk or in writing to School Name Consultation, East Lothian Council, John Muir House, Brewery Park, Haddington, EH41 3HA.