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South-West Sydney families get sneak peek of major upgrades for local schools

Prue Car

Deputy Premier of New South Wales

Minister for Education and Early Learning

Minister for Western Sydney

Editors’ note: images of the planned upgrades at Greenway Park Public School, Leppington Public School and Dalmeny Public School available here.

After years of local infrastructure lagging behind population growth, families in Sydney’s South-West have been given a first look at designs for upgrades at three local public schools, as the Minns Labor Government works to ensure all students can access high-quality schools close to home.

Delivering on these projects, committed to at last year’s State election, are key to the Minns Labor Government’s plans to rebuild public education. These schools will provide young families in South-West Sydney with world-class school facilities, with demountables set to be removed to make way for permanent, purpose-built school buildings.

As part of upgrade works at Greenway Park Public School, eight new classrooms will be built, replacing eight demountables. One of the new classrooms will be fitted with amenities allowing for conversion into a support unit for students with additional needs, if required. Planning work for the school upgrade is well underway, with construction set to begin mid-next year for completion in mid-2026.

Planning for the new Greenway Park Public Preschool is also progressing well, with the new service set to open by 2027, providing places for 60 children per day.

Dalmeny Public School is also undergoing a major upgrade, including the construction of 16 new classrooms, including two classrooms that can convert into support unit classrooms. These upgrade works will see 16 demountables removed. Construction is set to begin mid-next year, with completion expected in mid-2026.

Work is also progressing for a new public high school for Leppington, set to be co-located with Leppington Public School. The new high school set to open on Day 1, Term 1, 2027.

Major upgrade works are also underway at Leppington Public School, which will see the school receive 20 new permanent classrooms, three support learning classrooms, a new hall, a covered outdoor learning area (COLA) and an upgraded administration area and library.

A further expansion of the school, funded in the Minns Labor Government’s 2024-2025 budget, will increase the school’s capacity, and include the delivery of a new, co-located public preschool.

Leppington was identified as being in the top 10 fastest growth areas for enrolments in the state in the NSW Government’s Enrolment Growth Audit, with the number of students close to tripling between 2018 and 2023.

Despite this, the Liberals and Nationals failed to adequately plan for the growth in the area, leaving demountables filling school playgrounds, and a growing school infrastructure backlog.

As part of the Minns Labor Government’s plan to rebuild public education, the Minns Labor Government is investing a record $3.6 billion to upgrade and build new schools in Western Sydney, addressing the backlog left by the former government.

Upcoming information sessions for Greenway Park Public School and Dalmeny Public School are set to be held this month. Further information below.

Deputy Premier and Minister for Education and Early Learning Prue Car said:

“The Liberals and Nationals left students in South-West Sydney without the school facilities they needed, while the student population tripled.

“The Minns Labor Government committed to delivering on our election commitments, including to deliver school upgrades for growing communities in around the Leppington area.

“Delivering these upgrades will mean families and students across South-West Sydney will have access to world-class schools from preschool to Year 12.”

Member for Leppington Nathan Hagarty said:

“It is fantastic to see the new designs for major investment in public schools by the Minns Labor Government in our local community.

“This kind of major investment in South-West Sydney is something that our community has sorely needed but missed out on over the last decade.

“We want to ensure that the Leppington community is given every opportunity to see what these school upgrades will offer to our community, and how the finished product will benefit them.

“I encourage the school community to attend these information sessions.”

Principal of Dalmeny Public School Emma Jamieson said:

“The school community is truly enthusiastic about the enhancements delivered by the upgrade.

“We are excited about how this project will continue to elevate our culture of excellence, foster improved academic performance, and promote student well-being.

“Together, we look forward to creating an inspiring environment where every student can thrive and reach their full potential.

Relieving Principal of Greenway Park Public School David Shearer said:

“Establishing a preschool at the school will provide a nurturing environment to foster early childhood development and learning

“Having a preschool onsite will create a seamless transition for young learners into kindergarten, allowing them to build foundational skills in literacy, numeracy, and social interaction.

“By investing in our youngest learners, we are setting the stage for lifelong success and a cohesive school community.”

Principal of Leppington Public School Hayley Corvini said:

“Introducing a new public preschool will cultivate a supportive space for early learning and development.

“With a preschool on campus, young children can transition smoothly into kindergarten, developing essential skills.

“By focusing on our youngest students, we’re laying the groundwork for long-term success and fostering a connected school community.”

Greenway Park Public School – upgrades information session