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Transformed Learning and Play Spaces at St Michael's in Daylesford
Member for Ballarat Catherine King today joined with the St Michael’s school community to officially open their refurbished learning spaces.
What was previously a dark and dated hallway has been transformed into an open, welcoming and flexible learning and play space.
The specially designed space provides an opportunity for students to undertake imaginary play or independent learning, while the windows connecting the space and classrooms mean children are still supervised by their teachers.
It also provides an opportunity for students from different classes to learn and play together, creating greater opportunity for social connection across the various year levels.
Importantly for students with additional sensory requirements, the space is designed with soft lighting, natural colours and materials, quiet acoustics and various levels and spaces to explore.
The overall project also included the revitalisation of the school’s library and a specialised STEM room.
The project was made possible with $2 million from the Albanese Government’s Capital Grants Program and an additional $186,000 from the school.
The Albanese Government is committed to providing the best possible resources so that every student, no matter where they live, can realise their potential and develop the skills they need.
More information about the Capital Grants Program can be found at: www.education.gov.au/payments-and-grants-schools/capital-grants-non-government-schools.
Quotes attributable to Member for Ballarat Catherine King:
“This innovative project has transformed an under-utilised hallway into a fit for purpose area to support creative and flexible learning. We are so proud to support it with $2 million from the Albanese Government’s Capital Grants Program.
“St Michael’s is a wonderful local school and this project is a great example of adapting and listening to the needs of students to support their learning.”
Quotes attributable to St Michael’s Principal Tim Hogan:
“We’re already seeing the difference that these new spaces have made to our students’ learning. The focus is on improving outcomes for students and providing additional opportunities for them to thrive at school.”
07 February 2025
