Planned Upgrade to Middle School Classroom Block
We have a very limited budget and we are further constrained by the fact that we cannot add to our physical footprint by even one additional square metre of learning space with our Five Year Agreement (5YA) funds.
We have therefore had to think considerably outside the learning rectangle (typical classroom shape).
Our answer has been to build a huge outdoor shade cover over the current area. This will overlap three roofs and create an outdoor breakout learning area. We will carpet it with outdoor carpet, put end covers in place to protect from the elements and outdoor learning furniture in the space - including moving a sink and painting area out into this space.
All the existing clear-lite verandah will go. Large double-door sliding aluminium ranch sliders will go into all three rooms, adding to the indoor-outdoor flow. Enough gap will be left between roof and canopy to allow airflow.
Interior classroom layout will change, with flexible learning spaces, places and organisation.
Space is a major issue in all three rooms, so Potter Wall Cupboard units will be installed. These are not deep - so dont impose on room space - but are tall to maximise storage, and have sliding and locking double whiteboard sliders that allow equipped to be locked and or stored behind the whiteboard. Our teachers are really excited by these cupboards - yes excited.
We have therefore had to think considerably outside the learning rectangle (typical classroom shape).
Our answer has been to build a huge outdoor shade cover over the current area. This will overlap three roofs and create an outdoor breakout learning area. We will carpet it with outdoor carpet, put end covers in place to protect from the elements and outdoor learning furniture in the space - including moving a sink and painting area out into this space.
All the existing clear-lite verandah will go. Large double-door sliding aluminium ranch sliders will go into all three rooms, adding to the indoor-outdoor flow. Enough gap will be left between roof and canopy to allow airflow.
Interior classroom layout will change, with flexible learning spaces, places and organisation.
Space is a major issue in all three rooms, so Potter Wall Cupboard units will be installed. These are not deep - so dont impose on room space - but are tall to maximise storage, and have sliding and locking double whiteboard sliders that allow equipped to be locked and or stored behind the whiteboard. Our teachers are really excited by these cupboards - yes excited.
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