Ballarat Tech School
Traditional Custodians:
Wadawurrung.
Typology:
Education
Location:
Ballarat Central, Victoria, Australia
Project value:
$7m
Builder:
Nicholson Construction
Brief:
VTAS played a key role in developing the brief for the innovative Ballarat Tech School, focusing on future industries identified by the City of Ballarat: advanced manufacturing, food and fibre, renewable energies, IT, and health. We designed an inspiring STEM centre with flexible spaces, transforming an outdated building into a dynamic learning hub. The facility supports easy adaptation to changing industry needs and includes areas for arrival, assembly, and daily presentations. Designed to differ from a traditional school, the centre fosters a creative environment to engage students in these emerging fields, meeting all project objectives.
Collaborators:
Wilde and Woollard
Gillon Consulting Group
HR Consulting Engineers
Engaging the next generation.
The secondary school facility located on the University grounds is more than just a building; it’s a hub of creativity and innovation designed to inspire and engage the next generation of leaders in Science, Technology, Engineering, and Maths (STEM).
The visionary facilities, both formal and informal, are crafted to encourage students to think beyond traditional boundaries and explore new ways of learning. Support areas and social spaces are thoughtfully incorporated, promoting collaboration and teamwork, and fostering a sense of community and belonging among the students.
Space for Curious Learners
The building’s design has transformed a redundant, out-of-date brick structure into a dynamic and appealing centre of interest, highlighting the emerging industries of Ballarat. Advanced Manufacturing, Food & Fibre, Renewable Energies, Information Technology, and Health are all showcased, creating a unique centre that stimulates students’ learning and sparks their curiosity.