Media release - New facilities for students at St John’s School

Senator for Victoria David Van opened refurbished learning areas this week at St John’s School that was funded by the Coalition Government.

Senator Van said students would benefit from the refurbished learning facilities that would enhance their learning experience.

The Coalition Government provided $660,000 for the project through the Capital Grants Program, which provides funding for non-government schools to improve capital infrastructure.

“It was great to visit St John’s School to see the new facilities and hear about the positive impact it will have on students,” Senator Van said.

“St John’s School has a wonderful school community, and the refurbished flexible learning spaces will further enhance the learning environment.

“We are ensuring that every child gets a quality education no matter where they go to school.

School funding has increased every year under our Government.

“Our Government is providing record funding for government schools, for Catholic schools and for Independent schools.

“We are delivering real, needs-based funding that is matched by national reforms that will drive better results and outcomes, as recommended by David Gonski in his Review to Achieve Educational Excellence in Australian Schools.

“Our Government is funding improved facilities at schools, like the refurbished learning facilities at St John’s School, as part of our commitment to education.”

More information about the Capital Grants Program is at https://www.education.gov.au/capital-grants-non-government-schools.