Secondary Schools are educational facilities designed specifically for children in the 12 – 18 year age group. The schools provide education from Year 7 to Year 12 and provide a variety of general and specialist learning settings for whole-class, group and individual activities.
These principles describe foundational concepts that underpin the aims and roles of educational environments. They form the basis for the design intent described at a smaller room scale, these principles outline the ideal performance of educational facilities.
This schedule describes the typical facilities found in schools. It identifies the types of Rooms & Spaces and their quantities which could be provided for this school type. Space entitlement is strongly related to the number of students in the school.
Explores the desirable relationships between the Key Learning and Support Areas and between the urban environment and the school that promote functional efficiency.
Describes the different operational areas which make up a school. Links to suggested colour schemes are also provided.
Rooms & Spaces provides information on the typical Rooms & Spaces that make up this school type. Information includes design intent, pedagogical implications, room technical data, sample plans and furniture, fixtures & equipment.
Summarises the technical requirements for each school type by topic e.g. power, lighting, data, ventilation, heating, plumbing and furniture, fixtures, equipment, etc.