School Infrastructure
"School Infrastructure" refers to the site, buildings, furniture and equipment that contribute to a learning environment. It is widely recognised that student performance is strongly affected by the design and suitability of those facilities in which it takes place.
The schools we design and build must:
- promote effective learning and teaching;
- incorporate new technology;
- be environmentally sustainable; and
- support community involvement.
The Department supports these learning environments through the:
- provision of new and environmentally sustainable schools;
- upgrade and modernisation of existing facilities;
- ongoing maintenance and rationalisation of Departmental assets; and
- support of school communities wanting to reorganise local schooling opportunities.
How to use this site
The following links will direct you to key information. Topics cover school planning and construction, maintenance and safety issues, social and environmental impacts, and targeted support such as student transport and awards opportunities.
- Infrastructure Planning
- Victorian School Design
- Property and Asset Management
- Building Program
- Shared Use of School Facilities
- Health and Safety
- Environmental Issues
- Awards and Recognition
Contact Us
A Facilities Manager has been appointed within each Regional Office to look after the infrastructure planning needs of schools. To find out more about your school, region or school facilities generally, contact your nearest Departmental Regional Office.
The scope of the Department’s current capital commitments is outlined in the Victorian Schools Plan.
For information related to public-private partnerships, see Partnerships Victoria in Schools.
For information related to infrastructure development under the Commonwealth Government’s Economic Stimulus Package, see Building the Education Revolution.