Work is ongoing on the inquiry into the error that left major housing development Dargavel Village in need of a second primary school.
An update has been provided on the external review which is being led by a former local government chief executive in David Bowles.
The probe was required after it emerged Dargavel Primary School, which opened in January last year, was too small to meet the needs of its growing catchment area.
Analysis from Edge Analytics recently predicted the number of pupils could peak at 1,131 by 2033 – but also said space may be needed for as many as 1,500 if demand was to continue long-term.
Initial calculations, dating back to around 2017, projected the roll of the school in Arrochar Drive, Bishopton would not exceed 430.
Councillors were informed on Friday that Mr Bowles has now reached the point in his investigations where he will be speaking to third parties external to the council, such as “appropriate representatives” of the parent and community councils.
Elected members were also told if they had any information or evidence they felt was relevant, they could contact him to arrange a call.
Earlier this month, a Renfrewshire Council spokesperson said: “Work is ongoing on the external independent review being completed by David Bowles and it will then be reported to a future council meeting.
“As indicated at the outset, it’s important Mr Bowles is given sufficient time to complete his investigations and fully report and the intention is to publish the final report in full, subject to any legally confidential
information.
“All elected members will have the usual opportunity to consider the report in advance of the council meeting and scrutinise its content at the meeting.
“Regular updates are being provided in relation to the steps being taken to address school capacity at Dargavel and we continue to plan for a new primary school, for increased secondary school capacity and for a clear set of further options to give us the flexibility to increase primary school capacity in the wider area should it be needed.”
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