Education in Melton is getting a serious investment after it was announced that two new catholic primary schools will be established in Mt Atkinson and Thornhill Park.
They will both receive $6 million through the state government’s Building Fund for Non-Government Schools, which aims to build new schools as well as expand and modernise existing school facilities.
The pair are among 63 catholic schools across the state which will share more than $243 million from the stream of funding.
Kororoit MP Luba Grigorovitch said a new primary school in Mt Atkinson will deliver a quality education with the benefit of being close to home.
“This… is fantastic and will give students access to modern facilities for their young minds to flourish,” she said.
The first stage of construction for the school will include general learning areas, administration, amenities, and associated works.
In Cobblebank, St Francis Catholic College will use the money to construct a new general learning building for its year 10 – 12 cohort.
Melton MP Steve McGhie said it was a win for students, parents, and staff of the school.
“St Francis Catholic College is a fantastic and popular local school and this project will mean their teachers have the best facilities to give their students the best education,” he said.
