Police are investigating an arson incident at the old Claremont Primary School yesterday.

At approximately 3.30pm yesterday(Thursday 31 August 2017), a structure fire was reported at the old Claremont Primary School, located at 34 Cadbury Road, Claremont.

Two buildings were completely engulfed by fire when the Tasmania Fire Service (TFS) arrived, resulting in extensive damage to the property. Further to this there was minor damage to the main building of the school grounds.

TFS conducted a scene examination and determined the fire was deliberately lit.

Tasmania Police have commenced investigations into this.

The local community has assisted police with their enquiries and anyone else with information regarding this fire is encouraged to contact Bridgewater Criminal Investigation Branch. Information can be provided anonymously by calling Crime Stoppers on 1800 333 000 or online at crimestopperstas.com.au