Whadjuk people of the Nyoongar nation
Western Australia
The Early Learning Centre (ELC) at Beechboro Christian School seeks to create a nurturing and flexible learning environment that fosters curiosity, collaboration, and discovery. Inspired by the notion of a ‘village’, the ELC is conceived as a cluster of interconnected buildings that frame a protected internal courtyard, facilitating both structured and informal interactions between students and educators. The architectural expression is simple and domestic in scale.
Designed in close consultation with educators, the ELC goes beyond the requirements of the brief to enrich the learning experience and enhance community engagement. The inclusion of flexible and adaptable facilities ensures the ELC can respond to the needs of students and teachers now and into the future. By fostering a strong sense of place, supporting innovation in education, and enhancing sustainability, the ELC delivers long lasting value to Beechboro Christian School and the broader community.
Ian Rodgers, Project Architect
Leon Slattery, Principal
BPA, Structural Engineer
ETC Solutions, Electrical Consultant
DSA, Services Consultant
Maclean & Lawrence, Hydraulic Consultant
Gabriels Hearne Farrell, Acoustic Consultant
The Australian Institute of Architects acknowledges First Nations peoples as the Traditional Custodians of the lands, waters, and skies of the continent now called Australia.
We express our gratitude to their Elders and Knowledge Holders whose wisdom, actions and knowledge have kept culture alive.
We recognise First Nations peoples as the first architects and builders. We appreciate their continuing work on Country from pre-invasion times to contemporary First Nations architects, and respect their rights to continue to care for Country.
