Labor Member for Western Victoria Gayle Tierney visited Armstrong Creek’s new primary school this week, which will open its doors in 2026.
Accompanied by incoming principal Shannon Cormack, Ms Tierney toured the site to view the progress being made on the school’s construction.
Construction, delivered by Building Engineering, began in 2024 and is expected to be completed in December this year, just in time to welcome the school’s first batch of 650 students in late January.
The school, which will feature specialist art, science and food technology spaces, hard courts, a sports field and a community hub building, will also include a kindergarten for up to 118 preschoolers.
Ms Tierney said she was looking forward to returning in 2026 for the new school’s official opening.
“Armstrong Creek is one of our fastest-growing communities, and this new school will be a much-needed hub for local families; a place where students can learn, grow and belong from day one,” Ms Tierney said.
“It’s wonderful to see such a strong focus on community, with a kindergarten, school and shared spaces all in one place.”
The school, named Warralily Park Primary in the interim, is one of 19 new Victorian schools to open in 2026, the last batch of the Allan government’s promise to open 100 new schools across the state.
“This project isn’t just about buildings, it’s about giving Armstrong Creek families access to quality education close to home, and creating a welcoming, inclusive school community for generations to come,” Ms Tierney said.
“Modern learning environments help develop creative thinking, promote STEM literacy, and inspire learning for life – critical skills for future success.”
