Huntly Primary School will receive a funding boost to build an inclusive play area to support students with disabilities and additional needs, thanks to the Andrews Labor Government.
The school will receive a grant of $156,550 to build playground facilities suitable for all students.
Round 8 of the Inclusive Schools Fund will see schools across Victoria share in $7.89 million to improve play areas – with stimulating and accessible equipment – as well as outdoor learning spaces that provide opportunities for sensory experiences and peer socialization. Indoor spaces will also be upgraded to promote more inclusive classroom organisation and teaching practices.
The Inclusive Schools Fund was launched in 2015 to help Victorian schools support students whose special needs require additional facilities to ensure all children and young people can fully participate, learn, develop and succeed.
Since the fund was established, more than 340 creative projects to build inclusive learning spaces and inclusive playgrounds have been announced.
The Victorian Budget 2021/22 includes a further $10 million to the Inclusive Schools Fund, bringing the total investment to $70 million.
Inclusive education is about ensuring that all students, regardless of disabilities or other differences, are able to fully participate, learn, develop and succeed in Victorian government schools.
Quotes attributable to Member for Bendigo East Jacinta Allan
“This funding ensures every child at Huntly Primary School can meet their potential and access great education – regardless of their background, abilities or differences.”
“The Inclusive Schools Fund gives the Huntly community the infrastructure they need to enable more students to fully participate and succeed in their years of schooling and beyond.”
