The Aquila School, Dubai
Client
International Schools Partnership
Size
18,500 sqm.
Location
Dubai, UAE
Status
Complete
The Aquila School's additional secondary block was designed as a space that supports growth, connection, and confidence in learners through light, movement and enhanced spaces.
The project integrates indoor and outdoor learning, encouraging interaction.
Client
International Schools Partnership
Project Type
Interiors / Furniture
Typology
Educational — K-12 School
Completion
Complete
Built-Up Area
18,500 sqm.
Certification
Gold LEED (in progress)
About the Project
As an additional secondary block, the building was designed to house assembly areas, specialist classrooms, breakout spaces, and labs necessary for the newly-welcomed Sixth Form IB cohort. The space was built to have all students feel like they belong together.
Key Highlights
A purpose-built black box theatre
Spacious assembly area designed to be natrually inviting
Specialist classrooms for design and food technology
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Design Approach
The design of a school shapes how learners feel. When children feel seen, included, and safe, their confidence grows. In response, the space was designed to be flexible, to allow learners and teachers to use spaces in different ways. Reflecting the spirit of the school, it encourages movement and collaboration with spaces optimised for smooth movement through different zones.
Outcome & Impact
The new secondary block at The Aquila School opened in August 2024. It increased the school’s space by over 80 percent, but the impact has gone far beyond size.
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