The Queensland Government says it has commenced work on, or completed, every school infrastructure upgrade announced at the last election – involving more than 50 projects.
The works across 49 schools are underway or finished, bringing new classrooms, school halls, sports courts, playgrounds and outdoor learning centres to Queensland communities, the government said.
Eight projects have already been completed, including upgraded security fencing at Mundingburra State School and Wavell Heights State School, and new air-conditioning for Thuringowa State High School.
The state government said the upgrades form part of a broader plan to strengthen Queensland’s education system by modernising facilities, building new schools for growing communities, supporting more teachers, and ensuring safe, engaging and contemporary spaces for students.
Alongside upgrades to existing schools, the Queensland Government is investing $1.09 billion to build new schools in high-growth areas including Caloundra South, Ripley Valley and Gracemere. These projects will help ensure families in expanding communities have local access to high-quality education and modern facilities.
Minister for Education Mr John-Paul Langbroek said the government is delivering on its commitment to support Queensland students with the learning environments they need to succeed.
“The Crisafulli Government is delivering the classrooms, sports courts and learning spaces that our students need to thrive,” he said.
“These projects will create better opportunities for learning and growth right across the State, from Cairns to Coomera. These upgrades add to more than $100 million in new contracts for classrooms across the state.
“We believe every Queensland student deserves access to a world-class education, regardless of where they live and these upgrades help to deliver this. “
Mr Langbroek said the program forms part of the Government’s record $21.9 billion education budget, which includes building 15 new schools – six of them special schools – to provide families with greater choice and support.
“We also secured a historic funding deal in the first six months of Government that fully-funds all state schools for the first time in Queensland’s history,” he said.
