Clifton State High School
Equine Arena and Multi-Purpose Hall
Case Study
This project brings a high quality education and community facility to the Toowoomba Region.
8i Architects was engaged by the Queensland Department of Education to design and document a new Equine Arena and Multi-Purpose Hall for Clifton State High School.
Located in the Southern Downs of Queensland, Clifton State High School, enhanced its existing facilities with the significant refurbishment of the existing Equine Arena and Multi-Purpose Hall. This ambitious project marks a significant milestone in the school’s development, aiming to provide students with state-of-the-art facilities to foster both learning, recreational and vocational opportunities.
Overview of the Facilities
1. Equine Arena:
• Purpose: Upgraded to cater for equestrian sports among students, the refurbished Equine Arena will serve as a hub for training and competitive events for the school and broader community.
• Features: It boasts a modern design equipped with all necessary amenities for the care and training of horses, including stables, grooming areas, and riding spaces.
• Benefits: This facility not only supports the school’s existing equestrian program but also provides opportunities for students to engage in a range of equine-related activities, promoting physical fitness and teamwork.
2. Multi-Purpose Hall:
• Versatility: The refurbished Multi-Purpose Hall is designed to accommodate a variety of activities, from assemblies and performances to community events and cultural celebrations.
• Features: It includes a basketball court, audio-visual equipment, and a stage, ensuring it meets the diverse needs of students, staff, and the wider community.
• Benefits: The Hall is the central gathering space that supports school spirit and community cohesion, fostering a supportive environment for all school-related activities.
Impact on Students and Community
The significant refurbishment of these facilities reflects Clifton State High School’s commitment to holistic education. By providing top-tier amenities for both athletic pursuits and community engagement, the school not only enriches student experiences but also strengthens its ties with the broader community. The Equine Arena and Multi-Purpose Hall are poised to become integral parts of school life, promoting physical well-being, cultural awareness, and academic achievement among students.
The Equine Arena and Multi-Purpose Hall at Clifton State High School represent a significant investment in the future of its students and community. These facilities underscore the school’s dedication to providing exceptional educational opportunities and fostering a supportive environment conducive to personal growth and achievement.
From Carole Welch, Business Manager at Clifton State High School
Jeremy Haldane at 8i Architects worked with Clifton State High School in refurbishing and providing additional facilities to the Equine Arena and providing a new Multi-Purpose Hall. 8i Architects listened to what we wanted and made adjustments as required or recommendations that best suited our needs. Jeremy was very professional. Our experience with 8i Architects was they were easy to work with.
The result of the new Equine Arena will improve student outcomes as well as providing further community partnerships. The Equine Arena is a valuable resource for Clifton State High School in supporting the school’s operational requirements.
The new Multi-Purpose Hall is a fantastic facility that will enable school students and community members to congregate for many years to come. The students will no longer have to sit on freezing cold cement and endure the elements during parades and other special school occasions. The new Hall provides current and future opportunities for many aspects of schooling and student outcomes including: performance, music, band, gymnasium, sports, parades and award ceremonies. The kitchen within the new Multi-Purpose Hall is used for breakfast club and catering for community groups when using the school’s facilities.
We are extremely proud to welcome students, staff, guests and community members to our school to experience these new and improved facilities.
The Multi-purpose Hall is used as an indoor sports centre supporting physical education and sporting activities.
Multi-Purpose Hall
Multi-Purpose Hall
Multi-Purpose Hall
Stage area in the Multi-Purpose Hall
Stage area in the Multi-Purpose Hall
Equine Arena
Spectator seating for the Equine Arena
Stables and grooming area for horses
Clear access to the Equine Arena
Equine Arena
Education projects
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Case Study
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Projects
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Sector
Clifton State High School – Equine Arena and Multi-Purpose Hall
- Name: Clifton State High School – Equine Arena and Multi-Purpose Hall
- Client: Department of Education
- Builder: Newlands Group
- Category: Education
Clifton State High School Equine Arena and Multi-Purpose Hall
Located in the Southern Downs of Queensland, Clifton State High School, enhanced its existing facilities with the significant refurbishment of the existing Equine Arena and Multi-Purpose Hall. This ambitious project marks a significant milestone in the school’s development, aiming to provide students with state-of-the-art facilities to foster both learning, recreational and vocational opportunities.
Impact on Students and Community
The significant refurbishment of these facilities reflects Clifton State High School’s commitment to holistic education. By providing top-tier amenities for both athletic pursuits and community engagement, the school not only enriches student experiences but also strengthens its ties with the broader community. The Equine Arena and Multi-Purpose Hall are poised to become integral parts of school life, promoting physical well-being, cultural awareness, and academic achievement among students.
The Equine Arena and Multi-Purpose Hall at Clifton State High School represent a significant investment in the future of its students and community. These facilities underscore the school’s dedication to providing exceptional educational opportunities and fostering a supportive environment conducive to personal growth and achievement.
Baringa State Secondary College
- Name: Baringa State Secondary College
- Client: Department of Education - Queensland
- Builder: FKG Group
- Category: Education
8i Architects were engaged by FKG Group to design and document the first stage of a brand new $127 million school in Baringa for the Department of Education. This is 1 of 5 new schools delivered for the start of the 2021 school year.
The main scope of works for Stage 1 comprised of a total of 6 new buildings including an Administration and Resources Library, General Learning Areas, Multipurpose Hall with full size Futsal court, Science Labs, Manual Arts Workshops, Lecture Theatre, Canteen & Amenities, Music Classrooms, Gym/Kinesiology Centre, Multi-Storey General Learning Building, Food Studies and future commercial teaching kitchen.
The project also included provision of extensive ovals with areas for track and field events such as long jump, discus sustainable landscaping, a student drop-off, visitor and staff car parking, covered entry and walkways.
The multi-purpose hall is designed to be used by the local community.
Stage 1 was completed prior to the commencement of the 2021 school year.
Hamilton State School
- Name: Hamilton State School
- Client: Department of Education - Queensland
- Builder: James Trowse Construction
- Category: Education
Bega TAFE (NSW)
- Name: Bega TAFE (NSW)
- Client: TAFE NSW
- Builder: St Hilliers
- Category: Education
Bega TAFE’s new multi-hub facility includes a commercial kitchen and trade training centre.
This regional NSW project was successfully managed by 8i Architects’ Brisbane office.
Cleveland District State High School
- Name: Cleveland District State High School
- Client: Department of Education - Queensland
- Builder: FKG Group
- Category: Education
8i Architects was engaged to design and document a new $10 million multi-storey Learning Centre at Cleveland District State High School. The centre accommodates senior students and includes new general learning areas, new dance studio with plastic cushioned floor, staff space and amenities.
This new facility was designed to accommodate the increasing student population in the area.
With over 10 years of designing and documenting educational facilities, 8i Architects was engaged by the FK Gardner & Sons to design and document a new three storey GLA building at Cleveland District State High School in the Redlands. This project was able to be successfully managed by 8i Architects’ Brisbane office.
Hieu Nguyen and Jeremy Haldane were the project architects.
The siting of the building was selected to ensure the school’s operation was not disrupted by the construction of the new building.
The project was completed on time and within budget.
Coomera State Special School
- Name: Coomera State Special School
- Client: Department of Education
- Builder: FKG Group
- Category: Education
Laidley State High School
- Name: Laidley State High School
- Client: Department of Education - Queensland
- Builder: Woollam Constructions
- Category: Education
Laidley State High School’s new multi-storey GLA building with extension of science block and manual arts building.
The project included a commercial teaching kitchen, dance area, film and TV studio, music rooms and general GLA’s.
This regional project was able to be successfully managed by 8i Architects’ Brisbane office.
Jeremy Haldane was the Principal Project Architect. 8i Architects was employed as the Principal Consultant on the project. As the Principal Consultant, 8i Architects had to undertake the management and co-ordination of the design team which included secondary consultants such as Mechanical, Electrical, Security and Communications Engineer, Hydraulics, Structural, Civil, Landscape Architect, DDA Consultant and Building Certifier.
8i Architects worked with and under the direction of the Project Manager, who was our point of contact for advising and reporting to the Department of Education. The Project Manager was responsible for delivering the program and budget for the project. We assisted the Project Manager to ensure that the buildings were delivered on time and within budget whilst maintaining building quality. The time and budget constraints were achieved by design buildings that were fit for purpose, used readily available local trades and materials and adding value in the design.
The Principal Consultancy Team delivered concept design, sketch design, design development, construction documentation, tender and contract administration for the project.
Mountain Creek State High School
- Name: Mountain Creek State High School
- Client: Department of Education - Queensland
- Builder: FKG Group
- Category: Education
8i Architects were engaged to design and document a new $16.4 million multi-storey Learning Centre at Mountain Creek State High School on the Sunshine Coast. The centre accommodates senior students and includes 16 new general learning areas, two flexible learning areas, three STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, Mathematics) learning spaces, three science labs, two robotics labs, two collaborative spaces, a staff space and amenities.
This project was able to be successfully managed by 8i Architects’ Brisbane office.
Hieu Nguyen and Jeremy Haldane were the project architects.
The siting of the building was changed by 8i Architects to ensure the school’s operation of 2,100 students was not disrupted by the construction of the new building.
Palmview State Primary School
- Name: Palmview State Primary School
- Client: Department of Education - Queensland
- Builder: FKG Group
- Category: Education
8i Architects was engage by FKG to design the Stage 2 works including a new three-storey junior and senior learning centre, staff resources and amenities to the Primary School.
Palmview Special School
- Name: Palmview Special School
- Client: Department of Education - Queensland
- Builder: FKG Group
- Category: Education
8i Architects was engaged by FKG to design and document a three-storey building including junior learning centre, multipurpose skills and therapy rooms, and staff resources for Palmview Special School.
Palmview State Secondary College
- Name: Palmview State Secondary College
- Client: Department of Education - Queensland
- Builder: FKG Group
- Category: Education
8i Architects was engaged by FKG to design and construct a new state high school on the existing Palmview schools campus, and Stage 2 works to the Primary and Special Schools.
The high school consists of an administration block, a hospitality and food service centre, sports courts, applied technology building, canteen, science centre and junior learning centre. External works include bike shelters, landscaping, carpark, and suspended outdoor sports court.
Picnic Creek State School
- Name: Picnic Creek State School
- Client: Department of Education - Queensland
- Builder: FKG Group
- Category: Education
8i Architects were engaged by FKG Group to design and document a brand new $40 million school in Coomera for the Department of Education.
The main scope of works comprised of a total of 17 new buildings including an Administration and Student Support Building, Multipurpose Hall, Canteen & Central Amenities, dedicated Prep, Junior and Senior learning areas and a Special Education Unit.
The project also included provision of multiple outdoor play areas, extensive landscaping, a student drop-off & bus zone area, visitor and staff car parking, covered entry and walkways and sports oval. The school also has a direct connection to the nearby natural habitat with the inclusion of a nature bridge that links it to a local Koala Conservation area.
