- $51 million redevelopment of John Forrest Secondary College officially
opened
- Major upgrades include refurbishment of several existing
buildings to create state-of-the-art college
- Project part of WA Labor Government's record $4.4 billion
investment in new and improved school infrastructure across the State
The Cook Labor Government has delivered
a massive upgrade of John Forrest Secondary College in Morley to support students
and local families in the rapidly growing area.
Premier Roger Cook and Education
Minister Dr Tony Buti today officially opened the new facilities, which were
delivered as part of a $51 million redevelopment including refurbishment of a
number of existing buildings and a construction of a considerable extension.
The old administration building has
been redesigned into a Student Wellbeing Hub to provide a learning area space
for students who need to work in small groups or with specialist staff. The hub
also has staff offices and meeting spaces, with a dedicated reception area.
The old health centre has been
converted into a Pathways Hub that will support the college's work to create
purposeful pathways for students beyond school. The hub will bring together the
Vocational Pathways Coordinator, Career Practitioner, Senior School Academic
Coordinator and Workplace Learning Support Officer.
New facilities at the school include
a gym, performing arts centre, food technologies areas, a cafeteria, design and
technology hub, administration offices, a library, hardcourts and a student
services area.
This major project was delivered as
part of a record $4.4
billion investment by this WA Labor Government into upgrades to education
facilities right across the State. Since 2017, 31 new primary schools and five new
high schools have been opened.
Comments
attributed to Premier Roger Cook:
"Significant works are under way across the State to
deliver quality school infrastructure for Western Australian students to learn
and thrive in.
"This major redevelopment of John
Forrest Secondary College will help to ensure local students are supported to
reach their potential in whatever school pathway they choose.
"Delivery of this major project is
another example of how my Government is investing in public schools and other
major infrastructure for WA families."
Comments
attributed to Education Minister Dr Tony Buti:
"It's fantastic to see
how John Forrest Secondary College has been reimagined and reorientated to
integrate new and old spaces to improve the overall learning environment.
"These upgrades provide
a state-of-the-art, contemporary school environment for staff and students to
teach and learn.
"Wherever you live in
Western Australia, we want to make sure you have access to a high-quality
education."
Comments
attributed to Morley MLA Amber Jade Sanderson:
"As a former student of
John Forrest Secondary College, I am exceptionally proud to represent this
community in Parliament and deliver these incredible facilities.
"This Government's
significant investment into new school facilities like these throughout Morley
and the surrounding areas means the needs of families will continue to be
supported in decades to come."
