Remote schools the beneficiary of cross government agreement

$4.7 million is to be injected into 128 schools with fewer than 100 students across WA, making sure they are not disadvantaged due to their size or location.

The Better Fairer Schools Agreement, signed last year between the Federal Government and the WA State Government, is designed to support students from low socio-economic backgrounds, regional and remote students, students with disability and Aboriginal students.

“Every school and every student in Western Australia should reach their full potential, regardless of their location or the size of the local population,” Education Minister Dr Tony Buti said.

“Our aim is to give all students every opportunity to learn and thrive in their school setting, particularly in regional and remote parts of the State.

“This funding initiative will continue and increase in 2026 to $10 million. It’s part of this Government’s commitment to full and fair funding that makes sure all students are supported.”