Schools of Tomorrow, Rehti

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

The school in Rehti is designed with a strong emphasis on sustainability, ensuring that no existing trees on-site are removed and that the architectural language integrates seamlessly with the surrounding environment and the local cultures. The schools celebrate local culture and vernacular influences, creating a sense of identity and belonging for students.

• The soil bearing capacity of the site was extremely low and so specialized raft foundations were used to ensure a sturdy construction.
• The different school blocks are divided between, Nursery, Primary, Middle and High school blocks which help cater to each age groups needs. The blocks are shaped to form interesting courtyards within to create fluid breakout spaces that help the students stay connected with their surrounding environment.
• The red sandstone flooring is used in the common spaces like the open air amphitheatres.
• Other spaces like: 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.

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.

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. The ramps envelope around the school blocks and creates a distinctive visual feature for the school.