❓ A parliamentary question regarding class sizes, facilities, and future planning at Dandaragan Primary School. The Minister acknowledges the issues but doesn't commit to immediate action beyond a fence construction.
AnsweredQoN 1467Legislative Council
Asked
12 November 2003
Member
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I refer to class sizes and classrooms at the Dandaragan Primary School and ask - (1) Is the minister aware that the Dandaragan Primary School intends to lodge a grievance against the minister and the Department of Education on this issue? (2) Does the minister intend to provide the extra classroom that is so desperately required at Dandaragan Primary School; and, if not, why not? (3) When will the fence referred to in the minister’s correspondence of 3 September 2003 be constructed? (4) Is the minister aware that the multipurpose room has folding tables and chairs and is used as a classroom, a library and a classroom for languages other than English? (5) Is the minister aware of the growing population in the Dandaragan district and the distress that the lack of action by the Government is causing teachers, parents and students? (6) If yes to (5), when will the minister act to rectify the unacceptable situation at the Dandaragan Primary School? Hon LJILJANNA RAVLICH
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I thank the member for some notice of this question. (1) No. (2) No, because it is considered that the current enrolment can be adequately accommodated in the existing facilities. (3) Construction of the fence and pathway is expected to commence next month. (4) Yes, this is a school decision approved by the teachers and parents. (5) From 1982 to 2003, enrolments at Dandaragan Primary School have fluctuated from a low of 44 students in 1986 to a high of 80 students in 1982, with an average over this period of 61 students. The primary enrolments in the past five years have fluctuated between 57 students in 2001 and 2002, and 61 students in 2003. Although the 2003 school enrolment of 75 students in years K to 7 is larger than the average number of students in recent years, whether this constitutes permanent growth is unclear. (6) The situation will continue to be monitored.
(1) Is the minister aware that the Dandaragan Primary School intends to lodge a grievance against the minister and the Department of Education on this issue? (2) Does the minister intend to provide the extra classroom that is so desperately required at Dandaragan Primary School; and, if not, why not? (3) When will the fence referred to in the minister’s correspondence of 3 September 2003 be constructed? (4) Is the minister aware that the multipurpose room has folding tables and chairs and is used as a classroom, a library and a classroom for languages other than English? (5) Is the minister aware of the growing population in the Dandaragan district and the distress that the lack of action by the Government is causing teachers, parents and students? (6) If yes to (5), when will the minister act to rectify the unacceptable situation at the Dandaragan Primary School? Hon LJILJANNA RAVLICH replied: I thank the member for some notice of this question. (1) No. (2) No, because it is considered that the current enrolment can be adequately accommodated in the existing facilities. (3) Construction of the fence and pathway is expected to commence next month. (4) Yes, this is a school decision approved by the teachers and parents. (5) From 1982 to 2003, enrolments at Dandaragan Primary School have fluctuated from a low of 44 students in 1986 to a high of 80 students in 1982, with an average over this period of 61 students. The primary enrolments in the past five years have fluctuated between 57 students in 2001 and 2002, and 61 students in 2003. Although the 2003 school enrolment of 75 students in years K to 7 is larger than the average number of students in recent years, whether this constitutes permanent growth is unclear. (6) The situation will continue to be monitored.
(2) Does the minister intend to provide the extra classroom that is so desperately required at Dandaragan Primary School; and, if not, why not? (3) When will the fence referred to in the minister’s correspondence of 3 September 2003 be constructed? (4) Is the minister aware that the multipurpose room has folding tables and chairs and is used as a classroom, a library and a classroom for languages other than English? (5) Is the minister aware of the growing population in the Dandaragan district and the distress that the lack of action by the Government is causing teachers, parents and students? (6) If yes to (5), when will the minister act to rectify the unacceptable situation at the Dandaragan Primary School? Hon LJILJANNA RAVLICH replied: I thank the member for some notice of this question. (1) No. (2) No, because it is considered that the current enrolment can be adequately accommodated in the existing facilities. (3) Construction of the fence and pathway is expected to commence next month. (4) Yes, this is a school decision approved by the teachers and parents. (5) From 1982 to 2003, enrolments at Dandaragan Primary School have fluctuated from a low of 44 students in 1986 to a high of 80 students in 1982, with an average over this period of 61 students. The primary enrolments in the past five years have fluctuated between 57 students in 2001 and 2002, and 61 students in 2003. Although the 2003 school enrolment of 75 students in years K to 7 is larger than the average number of students in recent years, whether this constitutes permanent growth is unclear. (6) The situation will continue to be monitored.
(3) When will the fence referred to in the minister’s correspondence of 3 September 2003 be constructed? (4) Is the minister aware that the multipurpose room has folding tables and chairs and is used as a classroom, a library and a classroom for languages other than English? (5) Is the minister aware of the growing population in the Dandaragan district and the distress that the lack of action by the Government is causing teachers, parents and students? (6) If yes to (5), when will the minister act to rectify the unacceptable situation at the Dandaragan Primary School? Hon LJILJANNA RAVLICH replied: I thank the member for some notice of this question. (1) No. (2) No, because it is considered that the current enrolment can be adequately accommodated in the existing facilities. (3) Construction of the fence and pathway is expected to commence next month. (4) Yes, this is a school decision approved by the teachers and parents. (5) From 1982 to 2003, enrolments at Dandaragan Primary School have fluctuated from a low of 44 students in 1986 to a high of 80 students in 1982, with an average over this period of 61 students. The primary enrolments in the past five years have fluctuated between 57 students in 2001 and 2002, and 61 students in 2003. Although the 2003 school enrolment of 75 students in years K to 7 is larger than the average number of students in recent years, whether this constitutes permanent growth is unclear. (6) The situation will continue to be monitored.
(4) Is the minister aware that the multipurpose room has folding tables and chairs and is used as a classroom, a library and a classroom for languages other than English? (5) Is the minister aware of the growing population in the Dandaragan district and the distress that the lack of action by the Government is causing teachers, parents and students? (6) If yes to (5), when will the minister act to rectify the unacceptable situation at the Dandaragan Primary School? Hon LJILJANNA RAVLICH replied: I thank the member for some notice of this question. (1) No. (2) No, because it is considered that the current enrolment can be adequately accommodated in the existing facilities. (3) Construction of the fence and pathway is expected to commence next month. (4) Yes, this is a school decision approved by the teachers and parents. (5) From 1982 to 2003, enrolments at Dandaragan Primary School have fluctuated from a low of 44 students in 1986 to a high of 80 students in 1982, with an average over this period of 61 students. The primary enrolments in the past five years have fluctuated between 57 students in 2001 and 2002, and 61 students in 2003. Although the 2003 school enrolment of 75 students in years K to 7 is larger than the average number of students in recent years, whether this constitutes permanent growth is unclear. (6) The situation will continue to be monitored.
(5) Is the minister aware of the growing population in the Dandaragan district and the distress that the lack of action by the Government is causing teachers, parents and students? (6) If yes to (5), when will the minister act to rectify the unacceptable situation at the Dandaragan Primary School? Hon LJILJANNA RAVLICH replied: I thank the member for some notice of this question. (1) No. (2) No, because it is considered that the current enrolment can be adequately accommodated in the existing facilities. (3) Construction of the fence and pathway is expected to commence next month. (4) Yes, this is a school decision approved by the teachers and parents. (5) From 1982 to 2003, enrolments at Dandaragan Primary School have fluctuated from a low of 44 students in 1986 to a high of 80 students in 1982, with an average over this period of 61 students. The primary enrolments in the past five years have fluctuated between 57 students in 2001 and 2002, and 61 students in 2003. Although the 2003 school enrolment of 75 students in years K to 7 is larger than the average number of students in recent years, whether this constitutes permanent growth is unclear. (6) The situation will continue to be monitored.
(6) If yes to (5), when will the minister act to rectify the unacceptable situation at the Dandaragan Primary School? Hon LJILJANNA RAVLICH replied: I thank the member for some notice of this question. (1) No. (2) No, because it is considered that the current enrolment can be adequately accommodated in the existing facilities. (3) Construction of the fence and pathway is expected to commence next month. (4) Yes, this is a school decision approved by the teachers and parents. (5) From 1982 to 2003, enrolments at Dandaragan Primary School have fluctuated from a low of 44 students in 1986 to a high of 80 students in 1982, with an average over this period of 61 students. The primary enrolments in the past five years have fluctuated between 57 students in 2001 and 2002, and 61 students in 2003. Although the 2003 school enrolment of 75 students in years K to 7 is larger than the average number of students in recent years, whether this constitutes permanent growth is unclear. (6) The situation will continue to be monitored.
Hon LJILJANNA RAVLICH replied: I thank the member for some notice of this question. (1) No. (2) No, because it is considered that the current enrolment can be adequately accommodated in the existing facilities. (3) Construction of the fence and pathway is expected to commence next month. (4) Yes, this is a school decision approved by the teachers and parents. (5) From 1982 to 2003, enrolments at Dandaragan Primary School have fluctuated from a low of 44 students in 1986 to a high of 80 students in 1982, with an average over this period of 61 students. The primary enrolments in the past five years have fluctuated between 57 students in 2001 and 2002, and 61 students in 2003. Although the 2003 school enrolment of 75 students in years K to 7 is larger than the average number of students in recent years, whether this constitutes permanent growth is unclear. (6) The situation will continue to be monitored.
I thank the member for some notice of this question. (1) No. (2) No, because it is considered that the current enrolment can be adequately accommodated in the existing facilities. (3) Construction of the fence and pathway is expected to commence next month. (4) Yes, this is a school decision approved by the teachers and parents. (5) From 1982 to 2003, enrolments at Dandaragan Primary School have fluctuated from a low of 44 students in 1986 to a high of 80 students in 1982, with an average over this period of 61 students. The primary enrolments in the past five years have fluctuated between 57 students in 2001 and 2002, and 61 students in 2003. Although the 2003 school enrolment of 75 students in years K to 7 is larger than the average number of students in recent years, whether this constitutes permanent growth is unclear. (6) The situation will continue to be monitored.
(1) No. (2) No, because it is considered that the current enrolment can be adequately accommodated in the existing facilities. (3) Construction of the fence and pathway is expected to commence next month. (4) Yes, this is a school decision approved by the teachers and parents. (5) From 1982 to 2003, enrolments at Dandaragan Primary School have fluctuated from a low of 44 students in 1986 to a high of 80 students in 1982, with an average over this period of 61 students. The primary enrolments in the past five years have fluctuated between 57 students in 2001 and 2002, and 61 students in 2003. Although the 2003 school enrolment of 75 students in years K to 7 is larger than the average number of students in recent years, whether this constitutes permanent growth is unclear. (6) The situation will continue to be monitored.
(2) No, because it is considered that the current enrolment can be adequately accommodated in the existing facilities. (3) Construction of the fence and pathway is expected to commence next month. (4) Yes, this is a school decision approved by the teachers and parents. (5) From 1982 to 2003, enrolments at Dandaragan Primary School have fluctuated from a low of 44 students in 1986 to a high of 80 students in 1982, with an average over this period of 61 students. The primary enrolments in the past five years have fluctuated between 57 students in 2001 and 2002, and 61 students in 2003. Although the 2003 school enrolment of 75 students in years K to 7 is larger than the average number of students in recent years, whether this constitutes permanent growth is unclear. (6) The situation will continue to be monitored.
(3) Construction of the fence and pathway is expected to commence next month. (4) Yes, this is a school decision approved by the teachers and parents. (5) From 1982 to 2003, enrolments at Dandaragan Primary School have fluctuated from a low of 44 students in 1986 to a high of 80 students in 1982, with an average over this period of 61 students. The primary enrolments in the past five years have fluctuated between 57 students in 2001 and 2002, and 61 students in 2003. Although the 2003 school enrolment of 75 students in years K to 7 is larger than the average number of students in recent years, whether this constitutes permanent growth is unclear. (6) The situation will continue to be monitored.
(4) Yes, this is a school decision approved by the teachers and parents. (5) From 1982 to 2003, enrolments at Dandaragan Primary School have fluctuated from a low of 44 students in 1986 to a high of 80 students in 1982, with an average over this period of 61 students. The primary enrolments in the past five years have fluctuated between 57 students in 2001 and 2002, and 61 students in 2003. Although the 2003 school enrolment of 75 students in years K to 7 is larger than the average number of students in recent years, whether this constitutes permanent growth is unclear. (6) The situation will continue to be monitored.
(5) From 1982 to 2003, enrolments at Dandaragan Primary School have fluctuated from a low of 44 students in 1986 to a high of 80 students in 1982, with an average over this period of 61 students. The primary enrolments in the past five years have fluctuated between 57 students in 2001 and 2002, and 61 students in 2003. Although the 2003 school enrolment of 75 students in years K to 7 is larger than the average number of students in recent years, whether this constitutes permanent growth is unclear. (6) The situation will continue to be monitored.
(6) The situation will continue to be monitored.
(1) Is the minister aware that the Dandaragan Primary School intends to lodge a grievance against the minister and the Department of Education on this issue? (2) Does the minister intend to provide the extra classroom that is so desperately required at Dandaragan Primary School; and, if not, why not? (3) When will the fence referred to in the minister’s correspondence of 3 September 2003 be constructed? (4) Is the minister aware that the multipurpose room has folding tables and chairs and is used as a classroom, a library and a classroom for languages other than English? (5) Is the minister aware of the growing population in the Dandaragan district and the distress that the lack of action by the Government is causing teachers, parents and students? (6) If yes to (5), when will the minister act to rectify the unacceptable situation at the Dandaragan Primary School? Hon LJILJANNA RAVLICH replied: I thank the member for some notice of this question. (1) No. (2) No, because it is considered that the current enrolment can be adequately accommodated in the existing facilities. (3) Construction of the fence and pathway is expected to commence next month. (4) Yes, this is a school decision approved by the teachers and parents. (5) From 1982 to 2003, enrolments at Dandaragan Primary School have fluctuated from a low of 44 students in 1986 to a high of 80 students in 1982, with an average over this period of 61 students. The primary enrolments in the past five years have fluctuated between 57 students in 2001 and 2002, and 61 students in 2003. Although the 2003 school enrolment of 75 students in years K to 7 is larger than the average number of students in recent years, whether this constitutes permanent growth is unclear. (6) The situation will continue to be monitored.
(2) Does the minister intend to provide the extra classroom that is so desperately required at Dandaragan Primary School; and, if not, why not? (3) When will the fence referred to in the minister’s correspondence of 3 September 2003 be constructed? (4) Is the minister aware that the multipurpose room has folding tables and chairs and is used as a classroom, a library and a classroom for languages other than English? (5) Is the minister aware of the growing population in the Dandaragan district and the distress that the lack of action by the Government is causing teachers, parents and students? (6) If yes to (5), when will the minister act to rectify the unacceptable situation at the Dandaragan Primary School? Hon LJILJANNA RAVLICH replied: I thank the member for some notice of this question. (1) No. (2) No, because it is considered that the current enrolment can be adequately accommodated in the existing facilities. (3) Construction of the fence and pathway is expected to commence next month. (4) Yes, this is a school decision approved by the teachers and parents. (5) From 1982 to 2003, enrolments at Dandaragan Primary School have fluctuated from a low of 44 students in 1986 to a high of 80 students in 1982, with an average over this period of 61 students. The primary enrolments in the past five years have fluctuated between 57 students in 2001 and 2002, and 61 students in 2003. Although the 2003 school enrolment of 75 students in years K to 7 is larger than the average number of students in recent years, whether this constitutes permanent growth is unclear. (6) The situation will continue to be monitored.
(3) When will the fence referred to in the minister’s correspondence of 3 September 2003 be constructed? (4) Is the minister aware that the multipurpose room has folding tables and chairs and is used as a classroom, a library and a classroom for languages other than English? (5) Is the minister aware of the growing population in the Dandaragan district and the distress that the lack of action by the Government is causing teachers, parents and students? (6) If yes to (5), when will the minister act to rectify the unacceptable situation at the Dandaragan Primary School? Hon LJILJANNA RAVLICH replied: I thank the member for some notice of this question. (1) No. (2) No, because it is considered that the current enrolment can be adequately accommodated in the existing facilities. (3) Construction of the fence and pathway is expected to commence next month. (4) Yes, this is a school decision approved by the teachers and parents. (5) From 1982 to 2003, enrolments at Dandaragan Primary School have fluctuated from a low of 44 students in 1986 to a high of 80 students in 1982, with an average over this period of 61 students. The primary enrolments in the past five years have fluctuated between 57 students in 2001 and 2002, and 61 students in 2003. Although the 2003 school enrolment of 75 students in years K to 7 is larger than the average number of students in recent years, whether this constitutes permanent growth is unclear. (6) The situation will continue to be monitored.
(4) Is the minister aware that the multipurpose room has folding tables and chairs and is used as a classroom, a library and a classroom for languages other than English? (5) Is the minister aware of the growing population in the Dandaragan district and the distress that the lack of action by the Government is causing teachers, parents and students? (6) If yes to (5), when will the minister act to rectify the unacceptable situation at the Dandaragan Primary School? Hon LJILJANNA RAVLICH replied: I thank the member for some notice of this question. (1) No. (2) No, because it is considered that the current enrolment can be adequately accommodated in the existing facilities. (3) Construction of the fence and pathway is expected to commence next month. (4) Yes, this is a school decision approved by the teachers and parents. (5) From 1982 to 2003, enrolments at Dandaragan Primary School have fluctuated from a low of 44 students in 1986 to a high of 80 students in 1982, with an average over this period of 61 students. The primary enrolments in the past five years have fluctuated between 57 students in 2001 and 2002, and 61 students in 2003. Although the 2003 school enrolment of 75 students in years K to 7 is larger than the average number of students in recent years, whether this constitutes permanent growth is unclear. (6) The situation will continue to be monitored.
(5) Is the minister aware of the growing population in the Dandaragan district and the distress that the lack of action by the Government is causing teachers, parents and students? (6) If yes to (5), when will the minister act to rectify the unacceptable situation at the Dandaragan Primary School? Hon LJILJANNA RAVLICH replied: I thank the member for some notice of this question. (1) No. (2) No, because it is considered that the current enrolment can be adequately accommodated in the existing facilities. (3) Construction of the fence and pathway is expected to commence next month. (4) Yes, this is a school decision approved by the teachers and parents. (5) From 1982 to 2003, enrolments at Dandaragan Primary School have fluctuated from a low of 44 students in 1986 to a high of 80 students in 1982, with an average over this period of 61 students. The primary enrolments in the past five years have fluctuated between 57 students in 2001 and 2002, and 61 students in 2003. Although the 2003 school enrolment of 75 students in years K to 7 is larger than the average number of students in recent years, whether this constitutes permanent growth is unclear. (6) The situation will continue to be monitored.
(6) If yes to (5), when will the minister act to rectify the unacceptable situation at the Dandaragan Primary School? Hon LJILJANNA RAVLICH replied: I thank the member for some notice of this question. (1) No. (2) No, because it is considered that the current enrolment can be adequately accommodated in the existing facilities. (3) Construction of the fence and pathway is expected to commence next month. (4) Yes, this is a school decision approved by the teachers and parents. (5) From 1982 to 2003, enrolments at Dandaragan Primary School have fluctuated from a low of 44 students in 1986 to a high of 80 students in 1982, with an average over this period of 61 students. The primary enrolments in the past five years have fluctuated between 57 students in 2001 and 2002, and 61 students in 2003. Although the 2003 school enrolment of 75 students in years K to 7 is larger than the average number of students in recent years, whether this constitutes permanent growth is unclear. (6) The situation will continue to be monitored.
Hon LJILJANNA RAVLICH replied: I thank the member for some notice of this question. (1) No. (2) No, because it is considered that the current enrolment can be adequately accommodated in the existing facilities. (3) Construction of the fence and pathway is expected to commence next month. (4) Yes, this is a school decision approved by the teachers and parents. (5) From 1982 to 2003, enrolments at Dandaragan Primary School have fluctuated from a low of 44 students in 1986 to a high of 80 students in 1982, with an average over this period of 61 students. The primary enrolments in the past five years have fluctuated between 57 students in 2001 and 2002, and 61 students in 2003. Although the 2003 school enrolment of 75 students in years K to 7 is larger than the average number of students in recent years, whether this constitutes permanent growth is unclear. (6) The situation will continue to be monitored.
I thank the member for some notice of this question. (1) No. (2) No, because it is considered that the current enrolment can be adequately accommodated in the existing facilities. (3) Construction of the fence and pathway is expected to commence next month. (4) Yes, this is a school decision approved by the teachers and parents. (5) From 1982 to 2003, enrolments at Dandaragan Primary School have fluctuated from a low of 44 students in 1986 to a high of 80 students in 1982, with an average over this period of 61 students. The primary enrolments in the past five years have fluctuated between 57 students in 2001 and 2002, and 61 students in 2003. Although the 2003 school enrolment of 75 students in years K to 7 is larger than the average number of students in recent years, whether this constitutes permanent growth is unclear. (6) The situation will continue to be monitored.
(1) No. (2) No, because it is considered that the current enrolment can be adequately accommodated in the existing facilities. (3) Construction of the fence and pathway is expected to commence next month. (4) Yes, this is a school decision approved by the teachers and parents. (5) From 1982 to 2003, enrolments at Dandaragan Primary School have fluctuated from a low of 44 students in 1986 to a high of 80 students in 1982, with an average over this period of 61 students. The primary enrolments in the past five years have fluctuated between 57 students in 2001 and 2002, and 61 students in 2003. Although the 2003 school enrolment of 75 students in years K to 7 is larger than the average number of students in recent years, whether this constitutes permanent growth is unclear. (6) The situation will continue to be monitored.
(2) No, because it is considered that the current enrolment can be adequately accommodated in the existing facilities. (3) Construction of the fence and pathway is expected to commence next month. (4) Yes, this is a school decision approved by the teachers and parents. (5) From 1982 to 2003, enrolments at Dandaragan Primary School have fluctuated from a low of 44 students in 1986 to a high of 80 students in 1982, with an average over this period of 61 students. The primary enrolments in the past five years have fluctuated between 57 students in 2001 and 2002, and 61 students in 2003. Although the 2003 school enrolment of 75 students in years K to 7 is larger than the average number of students in recent years, whether this constitutes permanent growth is unclear. (6) The situation will continue to be monitored.
(3) Construction of the fence and pathway is expected to commence next month. (4) Yes, this is a school decision approved by the teachers and parents. (5) From 1982 to 2003, enrolments at Dandaragan Primary School have fluctuated from a low of 44 students in 1986 to a high of 80 students in 1982, with an average over this period of 61 students. The primary enrolments in the past five years have fluctuated between 57 students in 2001 and 2002, and 61 students in 2003. Although the 2003 school enrolment of 75 students in years K to 7 is larger than the average number of students in recent years, whether this constitutes permanent growth is unclear. (6) The situation will continue to be monitored.
(4) Yes, this is a school decision approved by the teachers and parents. (5) From 1982 to 2003, enrolments at Dandaragan Primary School have fluctuated from a low of 44 students in 1986 to a high of 80 students in 1982, with an average over this period of 61 students. The primary enrolments in the past five years have fluctuated between 57 students in 2001 and 2002, and 61 students in 2003. Although the 2003 school enrolment of 75 students in years K to 7 is larger than the average number of students in recent years, whether this constitutes permanent growth is unclear. (6) The situation will continue to be monitored.
(5) From 1982 to 2003, enrolments at Dandaragan Primary School have fluctuated from a low of 44 students in 1986 to a high of 80 students in 1982, with an average over this period of 61 students. The primary enrolments in the past five years have fluctuated between 57 students in 2001 and 2002, and 61 students in 2003. Although the 2003 school enrolment of 75 students in years K to 7 is larger than the average number of students in recent years, whether this constitutes permanent growth is unclear. (6) The situation will continue to be monitored.
(6) The situation will continue to be monitored.
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