Designed by the school's architects , Metricup has been developed with our needs in mind and is able to accommodate students both academic and outdoor education programmes.
The facilities have been designed and constructed in a manner which maximises their environmental sustainability. They will capitalise on their immediate environment, exploiting the superb views across the property’s valley and dams and utilising solar design principles by making use of the site’s northern aspect and winter sun.
The Living Centre will be the interactive hub of Metricup, providing an inspiring environment for teaching and learning. An open and inviting space in the heart of the complex, it will house a large recreation/dining area, which will double as an adaptable learning environment, and be equipped with a kitchen, cool room and dry store.
Dormitories will be purpose-built and offer a comfortable haven with modern facilities for over 100 girls and eight staff. Each of the four dormitories is divided into smaller sleeping areas and has a laundry/wet area, drying rooms, and toilet and shower facilities attached. A covered walkway links the dormitories to the Living Centre.
The Cottage sleeps ten staff and provides a dedicated room for first aid.
The Camping Area which includes spacious grassy pastures and native bushland, provides a beautiful setting where students will live and learn in the natural environment. Here there are fireplaces for cooking, camp kitchen facilities, toilets and showers.
The Upper and Lower Dams are both spring-fed and will be used for canoeing, kayaking and water-based recreation. The dams will also be the focus for the study of aquaculture, allowing girls to apply their knowledge of and practical skills in Biology and Chemistry. An island sanctuary, with access by a bridge, is situated in the centre of the Upper Dam, providing a picturesque setting for quiet contemplation.
The Ampitheatre and BBQ Area will provide an area for outdoor study as well as a great bush ambience for social activities.
A Vineyard and Orchard will be planted between the Centre and the lower dam. Students will help to develop the property through land use, such as agriculture and viticulture.
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