Knox Park Primary School Building Fund

The Knox Park Primary School Building Fund is an Australian nonprofit organization established to support the infrastructure development and maintenance of Knox Park Primary School, located in Knoxfield, Victoria. The fund primarily assists in financing renovations, upgrades, and general upkeep of the school’s physical facilities, thereby enhancing the educational environment for students.

Overview

Founded on December 31, 1970, the Knox Park Primary School Building Fund operates as a registered charity with the Australian Charities and Not-for-profits Commission (ACNC). It specifically benefits children aged 6 to under 15 years, reflecting its focus on primary-level education support. The fund channels voluntary financial contributions from parents and the community toward improving the school’s physical resources and infrastructure.

Purpose and Activities

The primary goal of the Building Fund is to provide tax-deductible financial support for the school's building and maintenance projects. Contributions to the fund are used for various improvement works, including renovations and upgrading facilities, which are essential for maintaining a safe and conducive learning environment. The fund supports projects that go beyond standard curriculum requirements, ensuring that students benefit from well-maintained and modern facilities.

The fund encourages voluntary contributions from the school community, with a suggested donation amount of $50 as a guideline. These contributions complement government grants allocated to the school, such as the Victorian State Government's Student Resource Package, which covers many operational costs but may not fully fund all capital improvements.

Governance and Financial Management

The Knox Park Primary School Council oversees the allocation and management of the Building Fund resources. The council formulates an annual budget that prioritizes the use of funds to meet both operational expenses and capital needs. For example, in 2022, the school received approximately $280,000 from the government to cover local bills, repairs, and non-standard curriculum programs, while the Building Fund supplements these resources to address infrastructure projects.

Community Impact

Through the fund’s contributions, Knox Park Primary School is able to maintain high standards in its physical environment, which supports the delivery of free instruction aligned with the Victorian curriculum. The fund thereby plays a vital role in enhancing educational outcomes by ensuring that students learn in a well-equipped and safe setting.

Location

The fund operates at the school’s location on Kathryn Road, Knoxfield, VIC, Australia, focusing exclusively on the needs of the Knox Park Primary School community.

The Knox Park Primary School Building Fund exemplifies the collaboration between local communities and public education institutions in Australia. By facilitating targeted infrastructure investments, the fund helps sustain the quality and safety of educational facilities for young learners in the region.[1][2][3][4]

[1] https://www.acnc.gov.au/charity/charities/b7b4f7e3-38af-e811-a961-000d3ad24182 [2] https://www.acnc.gov.au/charity/charities/b7b4f7e3-38af-e811-a961-000d3ad24182/documents/d1f66aaf-b103-f011-bae2-00224897801e [3] https://knoxparkps.vic.edu.au/wp-content/uploads/2023/08/Parent-Payments-2023.pdf [4] https://abr.business.gov.au/ABN/View/40678975253 [5] https://www.schoolbuildings.vic.gov.au/minor-capital-works-fund