Rowland Hassell school opens in Chester Hill after move from Parramatta
Children with special needs are thriving in a state of the art school that has opened in Chester Hill. Rowland Hassell School was officially opened last Monday, after a $18.6 million investment by the NSW Government.
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Children with special needs are thriving in a state of the art school that has opened in Chester Hill.
The new Rowland Hassell School was officially opened last Monday, after a $18.6 million investment by the NSW Government.
The school, which caters for up to 70 students from years 5 to 12 with intellectual disabilities, transferred from Parramatta in July along with two other public schools amid the western CBD’s growing pains.
Principal James Myers said the transition had been smooth for the students who have been referred from schools right across Western Sydney.
“The kids have really taken on board the new school and are enjoying having more space,” Mr Myers said.
The building has been specifically designed for the school, with 10 flexible learning spaces, a new library, special program rooms, mindfulness room, a commercial kitchen and a materials workshop.
Education Minister Rob Stokes toured the new school last week as part of the opening celebrations and said the school sets a “new standard”.
“Every child deserves the best education we can give them, and the new Rowland Hassall School delivers a new standard of education facilities for its students,” Mr Stokes said.
“I thank everyone who contributes to Rowland Hassall School for the incredible work you do every day, and hope these new facilities assist you to help your students thrive at school and into the future.”