Avoca Primary School students will begin a shift to Campbell Town this year, with declining enrollment numbers leading the school to close its doors from 2020.
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A transition plan developed between parents, staff and the Department of Education will be established to support the needs of students throughout 2019.
Education and Training Minister Jeremy Rockliff said Monday afternoon the Avoca School Association had written to request the closure after a meeting on March 1.
Mr Rockliff said that he had met with parents and Avoca community leaders and acknowledged it was a "very difficult and challenging time" for the school community.
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Support to be provided includes an integrated learning program for students during the current school year, a uniform provision, and a review of buses to transport students to Campbell Town District School from 2020.
Community consultation will be undertaken on the future use of school facilities.
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Matt Dennien
Matt Dennien is a journalist at The Examiner, based in Launceston. Contact him via email at matt.dennien@examiner.com.au, or more securely via Signal on +61 437 672 994.
Matt Dennien is a journalist at The Examiner, based in Launceston. Contact him via email at matt.dennien@examiner.com.au, or more securely via Signal on +61 437 672 994.
