SILS 3 replaces a reused 1970s children’s home that was not fit for purpose as a school.  The new building was planned around the old building, allowing the existing school to remain operational while the new building was constructed.  Once SILS 3 was occupied, the old building was demolished to create recreational space and a multi-use games area.

The design was based on observation, consultation and research into the life of a PRU, and the design factors that could benefit children and teachers.  The resulting building is designed with the objective of providing a calm, optimistic and nurturing setting which responds to the individual needs of its students, some of whom experience vulnerabilities which impair their ability to fully engage with education.