Andrew Leigh MP
Member for Fenner
David Smith MP
Member for Bean
More than $2.5 million in Commonwealth funding for ACT schools
10 December 2025
Staff and students at three local ACT schools will benefit from more than $2.5 million in Commonwealth funding, as part of the Capital Grants Program.
The Albanese Labor Government is supporting:
- St Matthew's Primary School in Page through $771,954 in funding for the refurbishment of 3 classrooms and support spaces.
- Islamic School of Canberra in Weston through $1 million in funding for the refurbishment of an existing classroom block and amenities.
- Holy Family Parish Primary School in Gowrie through $750,000 in funding for the refurbishment of classrooms and creation of 2 new classrooms, breakout spaces and teacher collaboration area.
Member for Fenner Andrew Leigh said the project at St Matthew's Primary School will provide school staff, teachers and students with better, more modern spaces to work, teach and learn.
“The Australian Government is committed to providing all schools with appropriate funding so that all students, including those at St Matthew's Primary School, get the best possible education,” Dr Leigh said.
“I congratulate St Matthew's Primary School on their successful grant application and look forward to seeing the positive impact these new facilities will have on the school community.”
Member for Bean David Smith said the new facilities at Islamic School of Canberra and Holy Family Parish Primary School will benefit current students, as well as the many students who will follow in future years.
“The teachers, staff and students at Islamic School of Canberra and Holy Family Parish Primary School have built a strong and positive school community and these new facilities will further enhance our local educational opportunities,” Mr Smith said.
“Our Government strongly believes in providing the best possible resources so that local students can realise their potential and develop the skills they need to go on to further study or to find a job.”
More information about the Capital Grants Program can be found at: www.education.gov.au/payments-and-grants-schools/capital-grants-non-government-schools.
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