Member for Bean David Smith today opened the A-Block science room and staffroom upgrade at the Islamic School of Canberra which will improve student educational outcomes.

Mr Smith said work on the new facilities was delivered with support of the Albanese Government funding of $180,377 through the Capital Grants Program.

“A lot of work has gone into this project which has delivered a refurbishment to expand science facilities, relocate a staffroom and provide adjacent storage.” Mr Smith said.

“These new facilities will provide school staff, teachers and students at the Islamic School of Canberra with better, more modern spaces in which to work, teach and learn.”

“The Albanese Government is committed to providing all schools with appropriate funding so that all students, including those in the Islamic School of Canberra, Weston, get the best possible education.”

Mr Smith said the new facilities would benefit the students currently at the Islamic School of Canberra, as well as the many students to follow in the future years.

“The teachers, staff and students at the Islamic School of Canberra 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 join the workforce.”

More information about the Capital Grants Program can be found at: www.education.gov.au/payments-and-grants-schools/capital-grants-non-government-schools.