Last week it was announced that a record $20.5 billion is being invested into NSW school students. The funding will be used to develop a new NSW curriculum, upgrade and build new schools and help achieve record staffing levels.
Included in this is nearly $20.1 million for the fast-tracking of Murrumbateman Public School and $7.4 million for Yass High School Hall.
Member for Goulburn Wendy Tuckerman said this budget is a real win for our many schools and communities across the electorate.
“Public schools have never been better funded than they are now,” Mrs Tuckerman said. “Whether it is providing free preschool across the region, building the new school in Murrumbateman, upgrading the Yass High Hall, or investing in our teachers – this budget is focused on our students and their success.
Minister for Education and Early Childhood Learning, Sarah Mitchell, said the Budget represents a holistic approach to education.
“The 2021 Budget doubles down on the Government’s education agenda, with a record investment of more than $17.5 billion to lift standards and grow the systems to support families across NSW,” Ms Mitchell said.
Ms Mitchell went on to explain that the NSW Government’s school building program will continue to grow with an additional $2.1 billion spent over the next four years going towards new and upgraded schools.
