Construction is underway on a major upgrade at Vincentia High School, marking a significant investment in public education on the South Coast.

The $13 million project includes a new two-storey building with 16 permanent, modern classrooms to replace ageing demountables, along with new bathroom facilities. Internal roadworks will also be upgraded to imp

rove safety and on-site parking.

The works are scheduled for completion by Day 1, Term 1, 2027. Once finished, Vincentia High School will have the capacity to accommodate up to 1,300 students, supporting future growth in the local community.

The upgrade forms part of the NSW Government’s broader education infrastructure program, which includes $2.1 billion for new and upgraded schools across regional NSW.

Additional investment across South Coast schools includes upgrades at Batemans Bay High School, Bomaderry High School, Milton Public School, Moruya High School, Nowra East Public School, Ulladulla High School and Ulladulla Public School, as well as the redevelopment of the former

Shoalhaven Anglican School site for public education use. A new public school is also planned for Worrigee.

New co-located public preschools are being delivered at existing schools in Barrack Heights, Berkeley West, Bomaderry, Cringila, Greenwell Point, Hayes Park, Lake Heights, Lake Illawarra, Sanctuary Point and Worrigee. These projects form part of a statewide commitment to deliver 100 new public preschools by 2027, including 49 in regional NSW.

Acting Minister for Education and Early Learning Courtney Houssos said the Vincentia upgrade reflected a focus on strengthening education in regional communities.

“Investing in regional communities is a top priority, and this upgrade will help ensure students on the South Coast can access high-quality public education close to home,” she said.

Member for the South Coast Liza Butler MP welcomed the start of construction.

“This upgrade will provide long-term benefits for students at Vincentia High School and the wider community,” she said.

Vincentia High School principal Ruth Winfield said the new facilities would support the school’s growing enrolments and learning pathways.

“We’re excited about what this new building will mean for our school community and the opportunities it will create for our students,” she said.