There has been renewed scrutiny in recent weeks about spending on private school capital works. Alongside science labs, sporting fields, and ‘wellbeing spaces’, many of Australia’s richest schools feature elaborate performing arts centres.
Melbourne’s Wesley College’s redevelopment, for example, includes a $21 million music school and $2.3 million visual arts and design precinct. Meanwhile, programs for disadvantaged students who show artistic talent have relied on volunteers and small grants.
