The State Government project sees the school become the latest in the 86 participating government primary schools in the Grampians region.

Ballarat East MP Geoff Howard said the education boost would help equip young people with the skills they would need in a 21st century world.

"This Netbook pilot will open the door for thousands of students at more than 344 schools in regional and traditionally lower socio-economic areas to keep pace with all the benefits of modern learning by making 24-hour online access possible for just $1 per week," he said.

"The government has made a commitment through our Education Blueprint that we don't want to see any student left behind when it comes to education, no matter where they live or their social circumstances.

"This program sends a clear signal across the state - especially to families with concerns about their ability to afford their child all the benefits of a modern education - that our government will continue to stand up for them and provide their children every chance to succeed and shine.

"These powerful and compact Netbooks will allow students to take their learning anywhere, anytime beyond the classroom walls."

Mr Howard said students could take their computers home to finish work, do homework, research online or connect to their classmates.

The Acer Netbooks, which weigh about one kilogram, have a webcam and a suite of software.

Parents will pay $156 for the netbooks over the three-year trial period.

Schools will own the devices for the first two years of the trial with ownership transferring to families with the final $52 payment.