TRADIES have replaced teachers and students across New South Wales to work on 1200 vital maintenance and upgrade projects across more than 800 public schools during the summer school holidays.
The maintenance schedule is part of the NSW Government’s investment in minor works, and essential to ensuring schools are fit for purpose.
This year, schools in New South Wales will see more than 3.4 million square metres of buildings painted and the equivalent of 46 Sydney Cricket Grounds of new floor coverings installed.
As students and teachers head back to school in 2025, work will continue to ensure every family across New South Wales has access to a quality, free public education with high quality, fit-for-purpose infrastructure.
New South Wales premier, Chris Minns said the government was committed to ensuring state public schools are quality places to work and learn.
“They may not be the most exciting upgrades, but they are essential to keeping our schools safe and running smoothly,” Mr Minns said.
“We know there’s still work to be done, but it’s fantastic that hundreds of schools will be returning on day one to completed works.”
Deputy Premier and Minister for Education and Early Learning Prue Car said public schools are key to building better communities.
“We are continuing work on our commitment to keep our schools and equipment in the good condition that our communities deserve,” she said.
“Since being elected, we have been working on a comprehensive plan to invest in and rebuild public education in NSW.
“This is not just about building new schools in communities where they are needed, but also ensuring that our schools are kept at a high standard with up-to-date facilities.”
