Dear Students, Staff and Families of Buckley Park College

I’m delighted to announce that construction is about to begin on our school upgrade project.

The Victorian School Building Authority (VSBA) will appoint our builder before the end of the year.

The construction of our Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics (STEM) centre is set to begin in January and is forecast for completion in Term 3, 2027. The project will also involve demolishing Block E and upgrading Block D, providing students with more modern learning spaces.

Where possible, the builders will minimise disruption to usual school days. We will work closely with them to manage disruptions when they are unavoidable.

I’m also pleased to share the much-anticipated designs for our project. They show external views of the new STEM centre and internal views of the atrium and science and technology spaces.

Asbestos removals

Asbestos removal works will take place as part of this project. The health and safety of the school community is our priority. Any identified asbestos will be removed in strict accordance with occupational health and safety regulations. WorkSafe Victoria will also be notified.

A licensed asbestos removalist will remove the materials under the supervision of an independent occupational hygienist, who will also conduct air monitoring. No asbestos will be scheduled for removal while students or staff are on site.

Tree removals

To support upcoming works, an arborist has identified seven trees that will need to be removed. The condition and location of the trees and safety requirements informed this decision.

The VSBA has worked with the arborist to keep as many trees as is safely possible. At least two trees of a comparable species will be planted for every tree removed, in line with their tree removal and replacement policy.

I thank you for your ongoing support. Please contact the VSBA if you have specific questions about the construction works. They are more than happy to answer any queries you may have – their details are below.

Regards,

Harold Cheung

Principal

More information

If you have any questions about the works at our school, you can contact the VSBA by calling 1800 896 950, emailing vsba@education.vic.gov.au or visiting schoolbuildings.vic.gov.au/buckley-park-college