Students at Castle Hill Public School have a completely overhauled school with new permanent classrooms, a hall and covered learning areas as part of the Minns Labor Government's plan to rebuild public education in growth areas of Western Sydney.

The school has undergone a major $60 million upgrade and will open its doors to students on Day 1, Term 1, 2025, on time and on budget.

The upgrade has added 36 permanent, modern classrooms, as well as a new hall, canteen, covered outdoor learning area (COLA) and student amenities catering for more than 1200 students. It will also provide three specialist support classes, and refurbished administration and staff areas.

By mid-2025 the final works will be complete including landscaping, a new sports court and the removal of all 25 demountables from the school site.

The work at Castle Hill is part of the Minns Labor Government’s plan to build for future growth in the Hills district with planning for new public schools at Box Hill and the Gables already underway and an upgrade at Matthew Pearce Public School at nearby Baulkham Hills due for completion in mid-2025.

As part of the Minns Labor Government's plan to rebuild public education, the 2024-25 Budget is delivering record education funding, including $3.6 billion for new and upgraded schools in Western Sydney.

The upgrade at Castle Hill is one of eight new and upgraded schools that have been delivered for Day 1 Term 1 2025. In addition to Castle Hill Public School, projects include:

• Melonba High School (new school)
• Melonba Public School (new school)
• Jindabyne Education Campus (new primary school and high school) • Box Hill Public School (new school in temporary facilities, opening for Years K-2 2025)
• Gledswood Hills High School (new school in temporary facilities, opening for Year 7 2025)
• Wentworth Point High School (new school)
• Neutral Bay Public School (upgrade)

Ahead of the opening of new facilities, Deputy Premier and Minister for Education and Early Learning Prue Car visited the school to meet with school staff and Year 2 students, as they were given a sneak peak of their new classrooms for the first time.

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

“Delivering this upgrade is part of our long-term plan to rebuild the state’s public education system and provide world-class learning facilities to growing communities like Castle Hill.

“Our government is committed to ensuring families in Sydney’s growth areas have the essential services they need, like world-class local public schools.

“The former Liberal National Government failed to build or plan for schools in fast growing areas like Sydney's North West, and we are now cleaning up their mess by delivering new and expanded schools in The Hills to cater for growth.

“These upgraded facilities will help students to thrive and get the most out of their education.”

Castle Hill Public School Principal Craig Oliver said:

“Castle Hill Public School’s new building and amenities mark an exciting step forward in creating a modern learning environment. With advanced technology and new modern classrooms, students will benefit from enhanced engagement and collaboration.

“This building reflects the school’s commitment to innovation, offering a space that empowers students and supports their growth, preparing them for future success.

“The whole school community is excited to have these first-class new facilities that provide versatile areas to support the wide range of activities our school offers, providing our students with a well-rounded education."