HAIGSLEA State School was one of three schools in Ipswich to share in a $35 million State Government spend.
Haigslea State School’s $3.86 million project included two new prefabricated buildings providing four classrooms, meeting rooms and teacher preparation areas.
The school’s principal Anna Thygesen said the new buildings provided much needed modern learning spaces for students.
“The spaces include classrooms and flexible breakout rooms,” she said.
“These flexible spaces cater for all learning needs and provide an engaging, light filled environment for small groups and individuals.”
The funding for the new builds is part of a $100 million rollout of new classrooms in Brisbane, the Gold Coast and Cairns by the State Government.
Bremer State High School was given a $12.8 million upgrade.
The school’s principal Christine Owen said the funding allowed the school to offer its popular VET courses and junior science lessons in modern, tailor-made facilities helping to accommodate future enrolment growth.
“These wonderful new industry standard facilities will help students develop career pathways and skills for the future,” Ms Owen said.
“The new kitchen area and rebuilt café and deck is a great way for students to learn practical hospitality skills which include catering for school events.”
Claremont Special School was given a $18.7 million upgrade.
The school’s principal Alastair Hanna said students in Years 4 to 6 were enjoying their new area.
“The spaces were designed with input from an acoustic engineer to suit young people with sensory sensitivities,” Mr Hanna said.
“Students are now calmer and more engaged in their learning, and actively exploring their new playgrounds while improving their social skills.”
Queensland Education Minister John-Paul Langbroek said the government would deliver 15 new schools in Ripley Valley and Caloundra South and six special schools to give parents more choice.
“We want to ensure all students are supported to reach their potential and that’s why we’re providing these classrooms, technology areas and break-out spaces for communities across Ipswich.”
