Schools of Tomorrow, Bilkisganj

Schools of Tomorrow

The Schools of Tomorrow are a cluster of new-age schools aimed at redefining the government education infrastructure in Madhya Pradesh.

The school in Bilikisganj has been designed to accommodate diverse educational needs, incorporating spaces that go beyond traditional classrooms.

• The Nursery blocks have a triangular central courtyard with a inward roof that brings in abundant natural light and ventilation for the classrooms surrounding it.
• The ramps are placed in a particular arrangement around the blocks to create a natural cushioned space in between, a small amphitheatre in between the blocks that creates a fun breakout area for the students.
• Multi-purpose halls for sports, gatherings, and community events.
• Vocational training centers for skill development.
• Playgrounds and landscaped courtyards for recreation and informal learning.
• Library spaces that encourage reading and independent learning

The design ensures that classrooms and learning spaces are flexible, naturally ventilated, and well-lit. The schools are arranged in clusters of different blocks, like a Nursery-Primary Block, a Middle-High School Block which divides the spaces to the needs of the respective age groups.

Given the extremely hot climatic conditions of the region, temperature regulation was a key design consideration to ensure a comfortable learning environment for students and staff. The school has incorporated several passive cooling strategies like the use of fly ash bricks and AAC blocks for improved thermal insulation. The windows to the classrooms are specially designed recessed windows to control daylight ingress, eliminating the need for external chhajjas. The windows will reflect harsh sunlight and allow diffused light to enter the classrooms, and prevent any harsh shadows and excessive light from entering the areas. This in result creates a well curated and learning conducive environment for the students and will improve overall focus and attention spans.

Ensuring equal access for all students was a fundamental aspect of the design. Vibrant color schemes in shades of yellow and orange have been used to stimulate creativity and make learning spaces more playful and approachable for the students. Ramps on all floors for seamless movement between the blocks and for ease of accessibility for all students. The ramps envelope around the school blocks and creates a distinctive visual feature for the school. Tactile flooring and clear signage for differently abled students.