Pretty Beach Public School is one of more than 1,300 schools across the country to benefit from a share of $32 million in grants to upgrade school infrastructure and equipment.
The school will receive $25,000 to purchase or upgrade ICT equipment, including for laptops and tablets, and is one of six schools in the Robertson electorate which will receive funding.
The funding is part of a $250 million commitment to improve school infrastructure and projects, including:
- New or improved outdoor learning areas
- New or upgraded air conditioning
- Better ventilation; and
- New tablets and laptops.
All schools across the country were invited to apply for the funding and projects were assessed by the Department of Education and selected based on need.
More than half the schools receiving funding are in regional or remote areas.
The Albanese Labor Government is delivering on our promise to invest in our schools and there is more to come.
Quotes attributable to Dr Gordon Reid MP:
“Our local schools deserve great infrastructure and quality equipment to help students achieve their best.
“The Albanese Labor Government is investing in a better and fairer education system, and this is terrific news for our local schools with more to come.
“This is a great outcome and I’m happy that we can deliver funding for schools in the Robertson electorate, including new laptops and tablets for the students of Pretty Beach Public School.
Quotes attributable to the Hon Jason Clare MP:
“Today’s announcement is great news for local schools on the Central Coast and across the country.
“This will provide important funding for more than 1,000 schools, everything from iPads to air conditioners.
“New equipment and upgrades are good for schools, good for teachers, and good for students.”
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