PARKERVILLE Children and Youth Care Therapeutic Education Services has received a $3 million Lotterywest grant to support the development of Parkerville Grove School, a specialised school for young people aged 12 to 18 who have experienced complex trauma and are at risk of disengaging from education.
This funding will play a vital role in delivering a safe, supportive, and tailored learning environment designed to meet the unique needs of students, helping them regain confidence, address barriers to success, develop essential skills, and achieve their educational and life goals.
Parkerville Grove School has recently received its Certificate of Registration from the Education Department, a key milestone confirming it meets all regulatory requirements to provide high-quality education to students who need it most.
Parkerville Children and Youth Care Therapeutic Education Services chief executive officer Kim Brooklyn said the Lotterywest grant was a significant step forward in bringing Parkerville Grove School to life.
“It will directly benefit young people who have faced immense challenges, providing them with a therapeutic education environment where they can heal, learn, and thrive,” she said.
“As we celebrate this achievement, we also recognise the critical work still ahead - particularly in securing the philanthropic support needed to fully realise this vision, including wrap-around student support, therapeutic and allied health services, essential daily needs, and a dedicated bus service.”
Klasey Hirst MLC said the significant Lotterywest contribution was a vital investment in the new Parkerville Grove School facility and the essential infrastructure needed to support young people who have experienced complex trauma.
“Every young person deserves an education that meets their needs, and this funding brings Parkerville Grove School closer to delivering a specialised and supportive environment where vulnerable students can thrive.”
The school will offer personalised learning programs, wrap-around support services, and therapeutic interventions, ensuring students receive holistic care alongside their education.
The grant will help to lay the foundation for a brighter future for students who have experienced trauma and disruption in their education.
