A new Catholic primary school has been built in the Lucas area.
Funding of $3 million for design and construction of Stage 1 has been provided, and built two buildings comprising of general learning areas, site works including a synthetic turf, and infrastructure.
Stage 1A, comprising of a permanent modular facility, was completed in December 2016, allowing the school to open in Term 1, 2017. Stage 1B, the school's second modular building was completed at the end of 2017.
Facilities
The permanent modular building that was provided in Stage 1A has provided the school community with the core facilities required to commence schooling.
Stage 1B of the project was the construction of a second modular building. This building provided six classrooms, a dedicated art area and toilet facilities. This building was ready for use on the first day of Term 1, 2018.
The learning spaces promote communication and collaboration between staff and students, and will cater for individual differences, respecting the variety of learning needs.
Principal Appointment
The principal of Siena Catholic Primary School is Jo Brewer.