Students at Wallington Primary and Leopold Primary are a step closer to getting more inclusive facilities, with an architect appointed to design the school’s upgrade, made possible by funding through the Inclusive Schools Fund project.
Member for Bellarine Lisa Neville MP announced that Searle and Waldron has been appointed to design the school’s upgrades of almost $180,000 each.
The Victorian Budget 2021/22 includes $10 million for the Inclusive Schools Fund to help make schools more accessible and inclusive for young people with a disability and additional needs.
Since its inception in 2015, the Fund has supported 308 primary, secondary and specialist schools to build inclusive indoor and outdoor learning spaces as well as accessible playgrounds.
“This new space will make a real difference to students at both Leopold Primary and Wallington Primary, who will both get the benefits of new inclusive spaces to cater for a wider range of options for teaching and learning,” Minister Neville said.
“As we build the Education State, we’re continuing to invest in schools to ensure students of all abilities can access a great education – no matter their circumstances.”
