Logo of St. Justin's Wheelers Hill featuring a stylized cross and arch in maroon. The text "St Justin's Wheelers Hill" curves underneath the emblem.

St Justin’s Parish Primary School

Client

Melbourne Archdiocese Catholic Schools

Location

Wheelers Hill

Date

2023

Duration

6 weeks

Category

Education

Architect

Architecture Matters

A building with large glass windows is fronted by a metal access ramp. A playground structure with a yellow slide is visible to the right. The sky is partly cloudy, and the ground is covered with wood chips.

The Challenge

At the start of 2023, Black Sheep was commissioned to refurbish St Justin Primary School for the Melbourne Archdiocese Catholic Schools (MACS). The challenge lay in enhancing accessibility and updating facilities without compromising design, all within budget and time constraints, in a live educational setting.

Our Solution

Working in tandem with architects, Black Sheep introduced inclusive features at St Justin Primary School, like an undercover learning area and retractable glazed doors, creating a fluid and accessible learning environment. Our focus was on fostering inclusivity and enhancing functionality in a live school environment, aligning with the school’s educational goals.

The Outcome

The transformation at St Justin Primary School led to an inclusive, modern educational space. Our comprehensive refurbishment, which included upgrading classrooms and civil works, was completed efficiently, ensuring minimal disruption to school activities. The project’s success at St Justin showcases Black Sheep’s dedication to creating functional and inclusive educational environments.

Project Highlights

Enhanced accessibility features
New undercover learning area
Retractable glazed doors installation
Four classrooms refurbished
Substantial civil works completed
Minimal disruption to school operations

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