Extra funding for local schools

A record total of $7.6 billion will go towards schools across the state next year, up from $7.1 billion in 2021.

Aberdeen Pre School will receive an additional $8,394 to resurface the pre-school bike track under the Stronger Communities Programme.

Ellerston Public School Parents and Citizens Association will also receive an additional $5,000 for equipment to assist in fundraising activities including kitchen and food handling equipment, seating and storage under the Volunteer Grants Program.

Federal Member for New England, Barnaby Joyce, said funding for New South Wales schools has grown 72 percent since the Government came to office and is locked in to grow a further 39 percent between now and 2029, bringing the total investment to $96 billion.

“We’re giving children in the New England the best possible chance to get the best education and reach their full potential,” Mr Joyce said.

Last month the Government launched a review of initial teacher education, which will be available later this year.

The National curriculum is also under review, with the independent body Australian Curriculum and Assessment Reporting Authority (ACARA) currently seeking public feedback on draft proposed changes.

Minister Alan Tudge said locking in record funding means states, territories and schools could now focus on lifting standards.

“We are committed to seeing our school students once again performing among the top nations across reading, mathematics and science by 2030,” Minister Tudge said.