New science lab set for Carcoola Primary School: WA Premier Mark McGowan, Murray-Wellington MP Robyn Clarke

WA Premier Mark McGowan and Murray-Wellington MP Robyn Clarke visited Carcoola Primary School on Friday to announce the transformation of one of the school’s classrooms into a science lab. 

It was welcomed news for the school, which currently uses a converted shed to host its science lessons. 

The Murray school is one of 100 WA schools to receive funding for the renovations, in a bid to spark the students’ interest in science.

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Mr McGowan said the new laboratories were part of the state government’s commitment to providing “WA students the best education possible”.

“We are also ensuring students are learning in first-class facilities – the new science labs in two Murray-Wellington primary schools will help students develop an interest in science from a young age, and continue that study as they go through school,” he said. 

“Science is important for the future of employment and opportunities for everyone, so what we want to do is get young people inspired about science at an early age. 

“So this program which we’re rolling out around WA is one of the most important things we’ve done.

“Getting kids engaged with it – early – means they’re more likely to study it at high school and then study it beyond that, and get a job in these fields.”

Carcoola Primary School is one of two schools in Mrs Clarke’s electorate of Murray-Wellington to get new science labs, with Harvey Primary School announced as part of the initiative.

It was also announced on Friday that students at Waroona District High School, Yarloop Primary School and Brunswick Junction Primary School, will have access to more support in the classroom with additional education assistants.

Pinjarra Senior High School, North Dandalup Primary School, Parkfield Primary School, Kingston Primary School,and Treendale Primary School will share in additional funding for a level three teacher to work in specific areas to benefit students and mentor other teachers, sharing their expertise to enhance teaching practices.

“Local schools will welcome the additional support in our classrooms, giving our students the best possible opportunity to achieve their best,” Mrs Clarke said. 

“Students can get extra help when they need it, and the rest of the class can stay focused on their learning.”