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Two new classrooms will be developed at Wellsford School over the summer break.
Principal Dave Bradley says one classroom will be a new build, while the second will involve the conversion of an old resource room.
“Because of imminent roll growth, we need these spaces to avoid overcrowded classrooms or having to use other spaces like the library, old dental clinic or school hall as classrooms,” Mr Bradley says.
The $500,000 project is being funded through a mix of Ministry of Education funding and school property funding.
The school finished the year with 420 students.
“Going forward we are expecting dramatic growth from two subdivisions near the school. Each subdivision is for 100 additional houses, so 200 in total, and both are within walking distance of the school.
Both new classrooms are being built over the summer holidays.
“I’m told the first 20 houses will be built this summer, with the remaining 180 houses being developed over the next few years.”
Mr Bradley says there are a further two new classrooms in the pipeline.
Meanwhile, Rodney College is getting a bit of a facelift, with a new roof going on the school hall and some fresh paint.
