Four community language schools based in the electorate of Robertson have received support from the Federal Labor Government’s Community Language School Grants, with a total of $92,700 going to local language schools.
Across the country, $15 million will be shared between over 600 community language schools.
This funding will directly support 90,000 students in Australia.
Quotes attributable to Federal Member for Robertson, Dr Gordon Reid MP:
“Community language schools are essential for students learning another language.
“I am pleased that four local community language schools in our electorate will receive support from the Australian Government.
“The Community Language Schools Grants Program aims to strengthen the social inclusion and prosperity of Australia’s successful multicultural society by supporting more young Australians to acquire a second language.
“The Australian Government recognises the importance of connecting more young Australians to the languages of their parents, grandparents, and broader communities”, Dr Reid said.
The four community language schools receiving funding in the electorate of Robertson include:
- Central Coast Japanese Community Language School Inc, $23,700.
- Gosford Chinese Language School Inc, $33,600.
- Hunter Chinese Language School Inc, $17,700.
- Pinoy Community Cultural Class Inc, $17,700.
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