Mindalk Primary School in Truganina has opened its doors for Term 1, 2026, providing a new local option for families in one of Melbourne’s fastest-growing corridors.
The school’s launch marks a key step in responding to rising enrolments across the western suburbs. According to a statement from the Victorian Government, the campus has been delivered to ensure families in expanding communities can enrol their children close to where they live.
Deputy Premier and Minister for Education Ben Carroll visited the school to mark the occasion, joining students in Ms Gabby’s class during his tour. Reflecting on the classroom visit, he said, “Thanks to Ms Gabby for letting us join her class, good to see there are plenty of left handers like me.”
The light-hearted remark came during a broader celebration of the school’s opening, which included an official ribbon-cutting ceremony in late February 2026. Carroll was joined by local member Luba Grigorovitch, along with staff, students and families who gathered to mark the beginning of the school’s first year.
The government said the new primary school has been built to accommodate demand from Truganina’s expanding population, with the aim of easing pressure on surrounding schools and strengthening access to public education in the area.
Carroll linked the opening to a wider building programme across the state, stating, “Mindalk is another fantastic new school we’ve opened in growing communities across the state – built so local families can access a great public education close to home.”
The campus began operating from the first day of Term 1, welcoming its inaugural cohort of students. For many parents in the area, the school offers a closer alternative to longer daily commutes and reflects ongoing development in the suburb.
Truganina has experienced steady residential growth in recent years, with new housing estates drawing young families to the area. The establishment of Mindalk Primary School is intended to support that growth, providing facilities designed for contemporary teaching and learning.
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