Wednesday, 27 August 2025

Kensington Primary School

Sheena WATT (Northern Metropolitan) (09:49): Kensington Primary has been a part of Victoria’s story since 1881. Today it stands as a proud, multicultural school community where students from every walk of life come together to learn, grow and thrive. I was proud to represent the Minister for Education at the official opening of Kensington Primary School’s new facilities. I was joined by Cr Davydd Griffiths of the City of Melbourne as we toured the school and celebrated these really important upgrades. We were warmly welcomed by principal Bridget McLaughlin and her leadership team and the wonderful student leaders who showed great pride in their school and spoke with such confidence about the opportunities ahead.

That is why the Allan Labor government has invested more than $7 million to deliver modern classrooms, a new reception and administration area, new bathrooms, a community gathering space and a passenger lift to ensure accessibility for all students. It is all about giving these students access to fresh, dynamic spaces that will support their learning and creativity. I thank the Kensington Primary School community for their warm welcome and congratulate them on this important milestone. The Allan Labor government is proud to stand with you and keep delivering for families right across the inner north.