Solomontown Kindergarten

This design responds to the Kindergarten’s mantra ‘Better Together’ and builds on a deep philosophy of building a place of inclusivity, a place for everyone no matter your background or abilities. Solomontown Kindergarten is located south of Port Pirie, beyond the main town centre. Having concerns with contamination due to the proximity to the lead smelter, this project presented a challenge to the design and the appropriate balance of encouraging outdoor play and interaction with nature had to be determined, whilst ensuring a level of safety and cleanliness from lead contamination remains. In addition to this, Solomontown Kindergarten has a high attendance of special needs children, requiring a space which better suits their needs.