Urquhart Park Primary School, Inkermann Street Ballarat, Victoria
Commendation – New School or Construction of a Major Facility
Project Details
Architects
Stephen Turner, Gray Puksand
Award
Joint Winner Category 1 – New Educational Facility Construction / Entire Educational Facility
Project Overview
This design achieves great openness through glazing and natural light. The spaces are multi-functional and flexible providing for a variety of student groupings, ready access to IT resources and supporting the sense of a learning community. Feedback indicates the building is acting as a catalyst for improved teacher practice and student outcomes – the ultimate aim for any school facility design.