Plans have been unveiled for significant upgrades on the way for Ulladulla Public School and Ulladulla High School as the Minns Labor Government gets on with the job of rebuilding public education after a decade of neglect by the Liberals and Nationals left schools in growing regional areas over capacity.

The upgrades are a Labor election commitment, ensuring Ulladulla families have access to a world-class public education in modern, fit-for-purpose facilities.

The upgrade to Ulladulla Public School will include 11 new permanent classrooms in a new two-storey building, upgraded student amenities and improved accessibility. The upgrade will make way for the removal of demountables which currently house half of the school’s classrooms.

The Ulladulla High School upgrade will include 11 new permanent classrooms replacing those currently in demountables, plus refurbishment of existing classrooms to ensure all students are learning in world-class facilities.

The Ulladulla schools are part of a suite of public schools across the South Coast that will benefit from works now in the pipeline, with major upgrades also slated for Milton Public School and Vincentia High School.

Vincentia High School will receive a new two-storey building with 15 permanent classrooms, including three support classrooms, replacing 15 long-term demountables.

A Review of Environmental Factors (REF) has been undertaken for each project and detailed plans are now on exhibition for community feedback via the NSW Planning Portal for:

• Ulladulla High School: On exhibition until May 6
• Ulladulla Public School: On exhibition until May 13
• Vincentia High School: On exhibition until May 13

Plans for Milton Public School, expected to go on exhibition from next month, include a brand new building with 15 new permanent classrooms to replace those currently in demountables.

These upgrades form part of the Minns Labor Government’s record $8.9 billion investment in public education infrastructure, which includes $1.4 billion for new and upgraded school across regional NSW.

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

“These upgrades are part of the Minns Labor Government’s work to rebuild public education in NSW, ensuring every child no matter where they live has access to a world-class public school with high quality, fit-for-purpose classrooms.

“For too long under the former Liberal and Nationals government, communities like Ulladulla were neglected, with a growing number of students left in ageing demountables that should never have been a long-term fix.

“We know how important these major improvements are for regional communities, and we’re getting on with the job of delivering them.”

Member for South Coast Liza Butler said:

“This is a huge win for our community. These projects will give our students and teachers the resources they need to thrive.

“Improving educational outcomes for regional students is critical — and this investment shows our commitment to making that a reality.

“I made these upgrades a priority during my 2023 election campaign because I believe every child, no matter where they live, deserves access to quality public education. It’s the backbone of opportunity and the key to our region’s future.”

Director, Educational Leadership for the South Coast, Gregory McDonald said:

“This is a really exciting time for the South Coast, and it’s tremendous to see the plans for these upgrades underway.

“New permanent classrooms and refurbished facilities will make a significant impact on the teaching and learning experience of students and staff across these three excellent schools. We are all looking forward to seeing this project develop.”