Cheltenham Secondary College is a co-educational high school in Cheltenham, Victoria, catering for students in years 7 to 12. The school officially opened in 1959 as 'Cheltenham High School', and then later changed its name to Cheltenham Secondary College. 

The Requirement

To enhance the school's outdoor environment by providing versatile and aesthetically pleasing outdoor settings, benches, and bin enclosures, fostering sustainable waste management practices and promoting a comfortable, functional space for students and staff to interact and engage.

The Challenges

Space Limitations: Finding the optimal layout for seating arrangements within the existing playground spaces, ensuring adequate room for both play and learning activities.
Diverse waste management requirements: Accommodating landfill, recycling, and organics bins within the enclosures to ensure proper separation and ease of use for students and staff.
Durability and Maintenance: Identifying seating options that are sturdy, long-lasting, and low-maintenance, while also being easy for students to move around.

The Solution

After assessing the challenges and requirements, the school opted for the Milan Setting with Benches, the Milan 1800mm Bench, and the 240L Powder Coated Athens Bin Enclosure featuring custom door signage.
By selecting the Milan Settings and Benches and Athens Bin Enclosures, students are provided with a versatile, durable, and visually appealing solution that enhances their outdoor learning and play experiences. 

“We all love the furniture and we'll certainly be purchasing more. The pieces not only look great but are also built to withstand the wear and tear of kids' activities, making them well-utilised and durable,” said the client. 

Products used: 

• Milan setting with benches – Merbau Slats
• Milan 1800 mm bench – Merbau Slats
• Athens Waste Stream Bin Doors – Premium Suite with text and waste symbols (landfill) 240L
• Athens Waste Stream Bin Doors – Premium Suite with text and waste symbols (recycling) 240L
• Athens Waste Stream Bin Doors – Premium Suite with text and waste symbols (organics) 240L
• 240L powder-coated Athens Bin Enclosure – curved covered top with red door
• 240L powder-coated Athens Bin Enclosure – curved covered top with yellow door
• 240L powder-coated Athens Bin Enclosure – curved covered top with green door