Four community language schools in the Robertson electorate have received support from the Federal Government’s Community Language School Grants, with a total of $92,700 going to local language schools.
Across the country, $15M will be shared between more than 600 community language schools, directly supporting 90,000 students in Australia.
Member for Robertson Gordon Reid said community language schools were essential for students learning another language.
“The Community Language Schools Grants Program aims to strengthen the social inclusion and prosperity of Australia’s successful multicultural society by supporting more young Australians to acquire a second language,” he said.
“The Australian Government recognises the importance of connecting more young Australians to the languages of their parents, grandparents, and broader communities.
The four community language schools receiving funding in the electorate of Robertson are: Central Coast Japanese Community Language School ($23,700); Gosford Chinese Language School ($33,600); Hunter Chinese Language School ($17,700); and Pinoy Community Cultural Class ($17,700).