THE HON STEPHEN JONES MP

ASSISTANT TREASURER

MINISTER FOR FINANCIAL SERVICES

MEMBER FOR WHITLAM

THE HON JASON CLARE MP

MINISTER FOR EDUCATION

MEDIA RELEASE

Students from Barrack Heights Public School will benefit from upgraded outdoor learning spaces and a playground, under the latest round of the Albanese Government’s Schools Upgrade Fund.

Across New South Wales, a total of $68 million in funding will go towards vital infrastructure projects for public schools, including $2.4 million for Barrack Heights Public School.

Public schools with the greatest need have been prioritised, including schools with high numbers of students from a low-socio economic background, First Nations Students, and students with disability.

Public schools which haven’t received significant capital funding in the last two years have also been prioritised.

Round 2 was open to all public schools and applications closed in February.

School applications were reviewed by their relevant state and territory education departments which made recommendations to the Australian Government.

More information on the Schools Upgrade Fund is available at www.education.gov.au/schools-upgrade-fund

Quotes attributable to Member for Whitlam Stephen Jones:

“I’m really pleased to announce $2.4 million in funding for Barrack Heights Public School. We want public school students to have access to high-quality facilities so that they can learn and thrive inside and outside the classroom.”

“Our government is committed to supporting education in the Illawarra, and delivering upgrades for local schools.”

Quotes attributable to Minister for Education Jason Clare:

“I want all students to get access to a quality education, including access to quality facilities to learn in and play on.

“From upgrading classrooms to new outdoor equipment, this funding will deliver upgrades to public schools that need it the most.

“This is another important step in building a better and fairer education system.”

ENDS