Metro North Multipurpose Halls

Client: School Infrastructure NSW
Location: Penrith, Glenmore Park and Emu Plains | Dharug Country
Sector: Education

BKA Architecture was engaged by the NSW Department of Education (through SINSW) to develop feasibility studies and designs for multipurpose school halls for three different schools across New South Wales.

Jamison High School

Located in Penrith, Western Sydney, Jamison High School is a progressive learning centre offering STEM and vocational education for Years 7-12. Its campus features purpose-built computer and technology labs, an agricultural plot, fully equipped industrial arts workshops, science labs with industry-grade equipment, and a dedicated nursing education block for senior students enrolled in the technical and vocational education and training (TVET) nursing course. The multipurpose hall contains indoor sports courts, sports equipment storage, toilets, and back-of-house facilities.

BKA identified an opportunity to enhance the multipurpose hall’s placement, improve its visual identity, and increase the activation of existing external play and assembly spaces. The new hall hosts various activities, boosting sporting community engagement across Jamison, nearby York Public School, and the local council.

Glenmore Park High School

The multipurpose hall features flexible learning spaces, a performance theatre with a raised stage and seating for 400, as well as back-of-house holding rooms, changing rooms, and storage areas. In addition to the performing arts learning units, it also offers indoor sports facilities, gymnasium space, and an OSHC support facility for up to 1,500 students.

Nepean Creative and Performing Arts High School

At Emu Plains, Western Sydney, the Nepean Creative and Performing Arts High School is a coeducational secondary school for Years 7-12, boasting approximately 1,175 student enrolments, including a selective stream for the Creative and Performing Arts across Years 7-12.

The multipurpose hall features indoor sports courts, storage for sports equipment, toilets, and back-of-house facilities. In addition to the performing arts learning units, it offers indoor sports and gymnasium space, including an OSHC support facility for up to 1,500 students.