A major project has delivered new learning areas, specialist facilities and room for more than 1300 students at a growing Sunshine Coast school.
Stage 2 of the Palmview State Secondary College expansion, worth $47.3 million, was officially opened on Tuesday.
A new music and performing arts centre, named Studio 360, features sound-proofed instrumental music rooms, a raised stage, dressing rooms, and a large foyer area to hold classes or big events.
The visual arts centre includes spaces for student exhibitions and multi-media and green screen facilities, enabling students to access technology used by Queensland’s thriving creative arts and film industries.
The industrial technology and design centre will develop skills from engineering to furnishing, and has spaces where students can develop prototypes using 3D design software, laser cutting and industry-standard machinery.
Stage 2 has also delivered five laboratories, a gymnasium, and a hospitality kitchen to develop skills working in the onsite school cafe and restaurant, and gives the college onsite capacity for 1351 students.
In total, 36 new learning areas will also benefit adjoining Palmview State Primary and Palmview State Special Schools, as well as other local schools and the broader community.
Minister for Education and the Arts John-Paul Langbroek said the expansion would mean more exceptional educational options for local families.
“All Queensland students deserve access to a world class education and these upgrades will provide modern learning environments for children to thrive,” he said.
“Providing world-class educational facilities for Queensland children is a priority.”
Palmview State Secondary College principal Barry Dittman said the school was committed to providing an inclusive and engaging education for every student.
“Our adjoining schools and the entire local community will benefit from access to our purpose-built Studio 360 performing and creative arts precinct, as well as a whole host of other facilities,” he said.
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