Preparations for the new Legana Primary School are on track, with the principal now appointed.
Minister for Education, Children and Youth, Roger Jaensch, congratulated Elizabeth O'Donahue, who will take on the role of principal at Legana Primary School.
"Mrs O'Donahue has extensive leadership experience within the Department and is well respected by colleagues," Minister Jaensch said.
"Legana Primary School will officially welcome their first intake of students in 2025, with substantial preparations planned for 2024 to get the school ready and operational."
Logos and uniform colours have been selected for the school through extensive community consultation.
The Legana Primary School site design incorporates a stylised leaf – representing growth and new beginnings.
Member for Bass Simon Wood said building works are progressing quickly and the new school is on track to welcome students in 2025.
"Legana Primary School will accommodate up to 350 students and include outdoor learning areas, a multi-purpose hall as well as a co-located onsite oral health clinic," Mr Wood said.
"This project is part of the Rockliff Liberal Government's $254.9 million investment in education infrastructure over the Budget and forward estimates, including $105.8 million in 2023-24.
"The Rockliff Liberal Government is sticking to our long-term plan and progressing education infrastructure projects such as these is what matters for all Tasmanians."
You can follow the building progress of the Legana Primary School on their Facebook page: Legana Primary School.
Quotes attributable to Mrs O'Donahue:
"I am incredibly excited and feel privileged to be working with the Legana community to establish their new school.
"I have been watching the site develop with great anticipation and was fortunate enough to do a recent site visit – it is so exciting to see the framework up and design taking shape.
"I am most looking forward to engaging with the local community and listening to their hopes and dreams for the future of our school community."
