South-West Sydney families will soon benefit from major upgrades to their local schools as the Minns Labor Government makes progress on its commitment to improve facilities at Austral Public School and Leppington Public School.

Upgrades to Austral Public School will include providing 20 new permanent classrooms, three new support learning classrooms, refurbishments to the library, upgrades to school administration facilities and the installation of a new staff car park.

A Review of Environmental Factors (REF) for the project is now on public exhibition, and will be available for viewing on the NSW Planning Portal pageExternal link until Wednesday, 9 April 2025.

At Leppington Public School the upgrade includes delivering 20 new permanent classrooms, three support learning classrooms, a new hall, a new covered outdoor learning area (COLA), an upgrade of the administration facilities and library and a new preschool.

The REF for Leppington Public School is due to go live on Monday, 31 March and will be on exhibition until Sunday, 20 April.

As part of the NSW Labor Government’s historic $769 million commitment to build 100 public preschools co-located with public schools, Leppington Public School will receive a new public preschool, to be delivered by 2027.

Upgrades to both schools will be delivered in two stages, with the first stage for both schools anticipated to be completed by late 2026.

The Leppington area has experienced major population growth in recent years with the number of students in the area more than tripling between 2018 and 2023, according to the NSW Government Enrolment Growth Audit.External link Upgrades to both schools will accommodate for future growth in the area.

Other projects being delivered by the Minns Labor Government in Sydney’s South-West include:

• New high school for Edmondson Park
• New high school for Leppington
• New high school for Gledswood Hills and Gregory Hills
• Dalmeny Public School upgrade
• Greenway Park Public School upgrade and new public preschool
• Eagle Vale High School upgrade

This is part of the Minns Labor Government’s long-term plan to address the school infrastructure backlog left after more than a decade of neglect by the Liberals and Nationals.

As part of this work, we have invested a record $8.9 billion to deliver new and upgraded schools, including a record $3.6 billion for schools in Western Sydney.

Minister for Education and Early Learning Prue Car said:

“The Minns Labor Government is focused on delivering public school upgrades for our growing Western Sydney communities, so all families have access to world-class local schools.

“Providing these major upgrades for Austral and Leppington Public Schools will mean more educational opportunities for families in Sydney’s rapidly growing South-West.

“These school upgrades are part of the Minns Labor Government’s commitment to investing in the future of education in South-West Sydney.”

Member for Leppington Nathan Hagarty said:

“It’s great to see the plans for the upgrade to these schools progressing, and I’d like to thank residents for their advocacy and engagement.

“The upgrades are part of our ongoing effort to enhance the learning environment for our children and provide them access to the best facilities.

“Community input and transparency are at the forefront of this project and I encourage residents to share their feedback to help us deliver a school driven by locals for locals.”

Austral Public School Principal Khaled Elhage said:

"This is an exciting time for Austral Public School and we are thrilled to see plans for the upgrade taking shape.

“The addition of permanent classrooms and refurbished facilities will greatly enhance the learning and teaching experience for our students and staff, ensuring we meet the needs of our school community.

“I look forward to seeing this project come to life and the lasting impact it will have in fostering student success and strengthening our school community for years to come."

Leppington Public School Principal Hayley Corvini said:

“Leppington Public School's community is excited for upgrades that will provide new classrooms and amenities, enhancing a welcoming learning environment for all students to gather, learn and grow.

“The upgrades will ensure our students have access to new facilities designed to support their educational journey.

“We intend that these improvements will enhance a welcoming and dynamic learning environment where students can thrive and reach their full potential.”