It seems like a waste of public land to keep hundreds of school ovals locked up at night, over the weekends and during school holidays.

I want kids and families to be able to use the grounds outside of school hours.

That's why we're throwing the gates open outside of school hours, every day of the week.

It means people who live in apartments have more space to enjoy the outdoor facilities, and kids have more options to get off their devices and play outside.

The shared spaces trial will also provide more critical green space and outdoor recreation, as we continue to build much needed new homes and apartments for young people and families across the state.

This is all part of our plan to build better communities for NSW.

Of the 200 schools participating in this trial, Kogarah High School is also opening its sports field for community access and public use.

Their upgraded oval features new fences, gates, stairs and an access ramp, ensuring this space is accessible to all who wish to enjoy it.

This comes alongside NSW Labor's upgrades to classrooms in nearby Kogarah Public School and the Carlton South Public School play area.

This will include the construction of 24 new classrooms in a three-storey building, a new multipurpose hall and the removal of 10 demountable classrooms.

The upgrades are part of the NSW Government's plan to rebuild public education, with record education funding in the 2024-25 Budget including $8.9 billion for new and upgraded schools to ensure all children in NSW have access to a world-class public education.