The design approach was to build a compact volume that would be robust enough to sit adjacent to the school and to the expanse of the landscape yet delicate enough to recognise the young age of the users.

One pedestrian approach to the building down the grassy hill meant the fifth elevation, the roof, was an important consideration and design decision.

An early concern was to make what is a small building programme project brightness and spaciousness.  The porch, nursery room and 'wintergarden'/play area are linked and covered by the spilt roof which allows light in, and a high level view from the main spaces. The spatial diversity and openness was a conscious attempt to offer a learning environment for small children.