Senator for Victoria Sarah Henderson today attended Victory Christian College to open two basketball courts, a canteen, staff offices, change rooms as well as learning areas including a design studio and a science, technology, engineering, arts and mathematics (STEAM) maker space that were funded by the Coalition Government.
Senator Henderson said students would benefit from the new modern facilities that would enhance future learning in a wonderful new environment.
The Coalition Government provided $2,650,760 for the projects through the Capital Grants Program, which provides funding for non-government schools to improve capital infrastructure.
“It was great to visit Victory Christian College to see the new facilities and hear about the positive impact it will have on students,” Senator Henderson said.
“Victory Christian College has a wonderful school community, and these new facilities will further enhance the learning environment.
“We are ensuring that every child gets a quality education no matter where they go to school.
“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 new gymnasium and general learning areas at Victory Christian College, as part of our commitment to education.”
More information about the Capital Grants Program is at https://www.dese.gov.au/payments-and-grants-schools/capital-grants-non-government-schools.
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18 March 2022