TOUR 3 - CATHOLIC SCHOOL TOURS
On this tour you will see three Catholic schools, one boys secondary, one girls secondary and a newly formed primary school. The primary school was formed after a merger of two schools (on one school’s site). All have a long history of serving their local communities and having strong values based education programs.
ST THOMAS OF CANTERBURY
Architect: IKON ArchitectsSt Thomas of Canterbury College is a college for year 7 to 13 boys. It has a diverse population of students. They have implemented large scale change in the junior curriculum with a specific focus on student agency and engagement. Their new building comprises of 17 classroom spaces and a new Social Enterprise and STEM space.
Type: Mixture of New Build and Refurbishment
ST FRANCIS OF ASSISI
Architect: Opus
Type: Mixture of New Build and RefurbishmentSt Francis of Assisi was established after the amalgamation of two schools post quake. It strives to be an innovative, Catholic, learning community that inspires and empowers learners to succeed.The school uses innovative instructional practices using digital technology. The building interiors incorporate modern learning environments but retain flexibility to create smaller multiple learning spaces. VILLA MARIA: CATHERINE MCAULEY CENTRE
Architect: Hamish Shaw ArchitectsVilla Maria College, was opened in 1918. It is a state integrated Catholic girls school for years 7-13, founded by the Sisters of Mercy. The chapel is a new $2.5 project which encompasses elements of the Sisters of Mercy and cultural narrative. The internal garden courtyard is a unique feature, as is the simplicity in the design of the exterior.Type: Award Winning Chapel