We're thrilled to announce that Stage One of our inclusive deck project is nearing completion! This marks a significant milestone in our journey towards creating a more accessible and engaging environment for all our students and the community at large.

As we approach the final stages of Stage One, we want to express our gratitude to everyone involved in making this project a reality. From our dedicated team members to the generous grant authorities of the Inclusive Schools Fund, your support has been invaluable.

Here's a glimpse of what's been accomplished so far:



Construction Milestone:

The deck structure is almost ready for use, pending essential inspections and compliance checks to ensure safety standards are met.

Accessibility Features:

While we acknowledge the current deck has limited accessibility, rest assured that our next steps will focus on enhancing accessibility. The Victorian School Building Authority's (VSBA) Accessibility Team will be taking over the next stage of the project. Four areas are earmarked for construction, as indicated in the diagram below. Area 2 and Area 3 will be connected to the new deck.



Currently, the team of architects and Disability Access Performance Solution specialists are hard at work. They are ensuring that the accessibility features go beyond ramps and railings, including self-closing doors and other exciting innovations.

We've taken great care to preserve the natural beauty surrounding the deck and our trees. Temporary fencing, though visible now, serves as a safety measure and will soon be removed to seamlessly integrate the decks.

Once completed, the deck will be a hub of activity! From classic games in Structured Play like Connect Four, Chess, and Jenga to cosy seating areas and our outdoor Social Stencil programs led by our fantastic team, there's something for everyone to enjoy. We were able to secure a lockable storage container/seating bench added to our deck with some of our contingency monies. 

Just last week, we had the pleasure of conducting a small walkthrough with our team, and the feedback has been overwhelmingly positive. Stage One is looking fantastic, thanks to the hard work and dedication of everyone involved.

We're incredibly excited about the progress we've made and the possibilities that lie ahead. Stay tuned for more updates as we move closer to completing Stage One and embarking on the next phase of this exciting project.