“The proposed development ... will assist in achieving the estimated student capacity of an additional 21,900 students in both government and non-government schools in the north district by 2036,” the application to NSW Department of Planning and Environment said.Credit:Gurran said falling demand for commercial office space could mean more schools move into central business district areas.
, which was founded by Australian-South African businessman Graeme Crawford, has grown in recent years, with 80 schools now part of the Inspired group internationally.and was the only school in the top 10 that does not require students to sit an entrance exam. In 2021, the school had approximately 1339 students enrolled, with the new campus set to double enrolment capacity.
“If there is a move to have schools on vertical and commercial sites planners need to be mindful that green space, ventilation, play area and space for movement are considered when building,” Dudley said.