According to architect Sam Crawford, when it comes to school design, schools should think of their campuses as miniature cities and adopt the same level of detailed planning that goes into the design of our great urban spaces.
How nature play supports children’s development
According to a world-first review by the University of South Australia, nature play improves children’s complex thinking skills, social and emotional development, and creativity.
Planning a school playground: Research is key
Planning a school playground is an important task that’s likely to bring many questions along the way. According to playground designers and consultants, PlayRope, it’s important to do your research and surround yourself with the right team of experts for guidance.
Sherpa Kids: A sense of community
Offering their out of school hours care services to 11 primary schools throughout NSW, Sherpa Kids’ franchisees William and Sophia Wong have been recognised for their contribution to the small regional community of Uralla.
Exercise and academic performance
Learning theory and spatial design
When planning a future-focused learning environment, this process cannot be based on normative theories, but rather, must be grounded in contemporary learning theories, i.e. situated and personalised learning theories. Learning space expert Peter C. Lippman discusses translating learning theory into spatial design.