Crest Education Senior Learning Centre (SLC) was developed to support senior students undertaking the VCE, VCE-VM, and IB Diploma programs. The SLC aims to create a future focused learning environment that nurtures student potential, prioritises learner-centric systems, and fosters collaboration between students and educators.
The design emphasises fluid learning spaces centred around a hub that integrates social, academic, and wellbeing areas. The Senior Learning Campus creates a “village of learners,” reinforcing identity and connection across campuses. The design fosters student engagement, incidental and formal collaboration, and a positive cultural shift in student leadership and agency.
The learning spaces are adaptable and supports structured and self-directed learning. Features include private pods, open cubicles, small group areas, and outdoor learning spaces, allowing students to adapt their environment to their needs. The transparency and fluidity of spaces promotes interaction and cohabitation with educators.
Innovation is evident in the integration of a Wellbeing Centre, Dining/Performance Area and formal learning areas at the heart of the campus, fostering a holistic approach to education aligned with the school values. Spaces are designed to encourage mature student-teacher relationships akin to university environments.
“Teachers and students have reported a significant positive shift in learning engagement. The blend of social, wellbeing, and academic spaces encourages connection, collaboration, and independent learning. The open, transparent design fosters a strong sense of community and respect between staff and students, further reinforcing a culture of self-directed learning and responsibility.
The library, in particular, has become a central hub for academic exploration. Students naturally gravitate toward books, using them as springboards for deeper discussions and extended inquiry. The ability to fluidly transition between different learning modes—reading, discussion, collaboration—enhances the educational experience and reinforces the school’s commitment to fostering a love of lifelong learning.
The facility’s flexibility and innovative design have been instrumental in supporting CREST Education’s commitment to excellence and holistic student development.
Brendan Kelly
Executive Principal
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