Galen Catholic College is a co-educational secondary campus for more than 1,200 students, supported by a long-term masterplan to keep facilities modern and future ready. The campus needed outdoor spaces that worked reliably in regional Victorian conditions, where heat, rain and UV regularly disrupt sport, movement and supervised waiting areas.
Several pinch points had emerged: a double-court area with minimal shade; a confusing, exposed pathway to the admin office that created visitor and child-safety risks; uncovered pickup zones with low lighting and limited protection; and a growing need for outdoor learning spaces following the pandemic.
The challenge was to deliver practical coverage and clear wayfinding while integrating with existing buildings, essential services and accessibility requirements - and to do it with minimal disruption to school operations.
