Strathnairn School

Funding: $127.1 million

Strathnairn School is a new Early Childhood Education Care (ECEC) to Year 6 public primary school. It will provide high-quality education close to home for families in the Ginninderry region.

Current update

• Stage one facilities (preschool to year 2 students) opened Day 1, Term 1 2026
• The Early Childhood Education and Care (ECEC) centre opened in April 2026
• Stage two facilities, including the canteen, school hall and additional indoor and outdoor learning spaces are expected to be completed by the end of 2026.

Overview

Strathnairn School will have places for up to 130 children in early childhood education and care (ECEC) and up to 780 students from preschool to year 6.

The school is designed to support modern teaching, local community connection and be environmentally sustainable. It features inclusive classrooms, specialist learning areas and outdoor spaces inspired by the natural surroundings of Ginninderry.

Community benefits

• Quality education close to home
• Modern, accessible facilities for everyone
• Multi-use sporting facilities
• Facilities available for community use outside of school hours.

Project features

• Purpose-built classrooms and learning spaces
• Gymnasium with basketball, netball, badminton and volleyball markings
• Covered hard court and outside play equipment
• 100% electric operation
• Sustainable building materials and design

Community engagement

Community consultation has shaped the school’s identity and design. Engagement activities include:

• Consultation on the logo and uniform designs via YourSay
• Ongoing collaboration with local residents, businesses, and education stakeholders

Stay up to date

Email InfrastructureCanberra@act.gov.au if you have questions about the project.

Visit the Strathnairn School’s website for information about the school and enrolments.

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