Junee’s only Catholic school will transform in one of the largest projects undertaken by the Catholic Schools Office (CSO) in the Wagga Diocese this year.

The federal government has provided close to $1.5 million in funding for the project.

The Wagga Diocese will match the $1.48 million in funding for the project – meaning a total of $2.96 million will be spent to upgrade the school.

The project will renew the school’s existing infrastructure.

A new administration building, a refurbishment of the former parish hall, and two classroom extensions will be among the big changes.

The refurbishment of the former parish hall will convert it into a library.

Wireless internet and flexible classrooms will be introduced across the school giving teachers the chance to cater their lessons to the class or particular students.

Importantly for parents, it will provide a new drop-off point and car park as well as a bus turning space.

Construction is slated to begin later this year, some of the planning and concept drawings have already been completed.

St Jospeh’s principal Jane Addison said the project will make the school one of the most modern schools in the area.

“Our new school will focus on 21^st century learning practises, bringing the latest in innovative, contemporary and engaging education to our students,” she said.

Using modern technology, Mrs Addison said students and teachers would be able to be more flexible – potentially taking learning outside the classroom.

“Most schools are heading to more adaptable learning,” Mrs Addison said.

“This new facility will give our students an opportunity to learn and succeed in an environment that is collaborative, environmentally sustainable and has learning spaces that are specifically designed for personalised learning.”

Mrs Addison said there would be no impact on students’ learning as the construction in under way.

The project is expected to be completed by the start of next year.