Kogarah Public School is undergoing its largest transformation in more than a century, with the Minns Labor Government announcing a suite of upgrades that will more than double the school’s capacity and remove all temporary classrooms on site.
Students from Kindergarten to Year 6 will benefit from 24 new modern, air-conditioned classrooms, the school’s first new hall in 155 years, new play areas, outdoor learning spaces and weather-protected facilities. Once complete, 12 demountables will be removed, opening up more playground space for students.
The works, set to be completed by Day 1, Term 1 in 2027, are part of a record $9 billion school infrastructure package in the 2025–26 NSW Budget.
Alongside new builds and refurbishments, the Minns Government says the investment is also supporting the delivery of more teachers, with vacancies reduced by 61 per cent and cancelled classes across NSW nearly halved since Labor took office.
Premier and Member for Kogarah Chris Minns said the upgrades were long overdue.
“Our community has been waiting a long time for improvements to Kogarah Public School, and I’m thrilled we’re delivering on our promise, particularly as we replace demountables with permanent classrooms,” he said.
“We’ve banned phones in NSW schools giving our kids more time to play and spend time outside which is why I’m so pleased to also see green space and play space expanded through this upgrade. We’re delivering better schools and more teachers ensuring that no matter where you live in our state, you have access to world-class public schools.”
Acting Minister for Education and Early Learning Courtney Houssos described the project as both an infrastructure and social investment.
“Upgrades at Kogarah Public School are not just an infrastructure investment, they’re part of the Minns Labor Government’s investment in the future of students in Sydney’s south,” she said.
“We’re replacing old demountables with modern fit-for-purpose classrooms, and providing better access to free, high-quality education for families.”
Kogarah Public School Principal Nitsa Comninos welcomed the development, saying the new spaces would enhance the school community.
“These new classrooms will enhance student wellbeing and create a better learning environment to improve educational outcomes,” she said.
“The new school hall will be able to host assemblies, performances, and community events, promoting school spirit and engagement among students, staff, and families.”
The Kogarah upgrade forms part of a wider program of school projects in Sydney’s south, including a new multipurpose hall at Sutherland Public School, a High Potential and Gifted Education upgrade at J J Cahill Memorial High School, and a new co-located preschool at Kingsgrove Public School.
