The Capital Works Fund (CWF) supports projects that help improve schools’ learning environments, condition or character. Funding is also available for projects that promote inclusion.
The 2026–27 State Budget allocated $25.4 million to the fund.
In the latest round announced in October 2026, 46 schools shared $12.77 million in funding.
Since 2024, 192 schools have received grants from the CWF. To date, the government has invested $75.4 million into the fund.
Categories of grants
- Small Priority Projects: These are grants of up to $150,000. They can fund small renovations to learning spaces.
- Student Inclusion Projects: These are grants of up to $350,000. They can fund projects that help children with disabilities or additional needs. This could be inclusive playgrounds. It could also be making indoor and outdoor learning areas more inclusive.
- Larger Priority Projects: These are grants of up to $600,000. They can be used for high-priority work or improving the condition of buildings and grounds.
Guidelines
Updated