First look: Concordia Lutheran College's major Harristown campus transformation

There has been a flurry of activity at the college as building gets under way and plans progress to move its junior learning centre across town.

Work is progressing on Stage 2 of Concordia’s Master Plan.

Concordia Lutheran College has broken ground on the construction of its Stage 2 expansion that is set to add eight classrooms to the Harristown campus.

The South St project will provide eight new classrooms, large common rooms, breakout spaces and modern outdoor areas.

The design focuses on flexibility, natural light and calm, collaborative spaces for students.

Unlike traditional classrooms with single-door access and isolated spaces, Stage 2 was designed to foster flexible teaching styles.

Jonathan Lanham, from Elevation Architecture, said up to four distinct classrooms could be transformed into one as needed.

“It’s about connection, communication and flexibility – with the acoustics, natural light and ceiling design ensuring students feel calm and focused,” he said.

L-R: Anton Prinsloo (Head of College), Joe Watson (Managing Director WATCON Building Group), Kym Schultz (Business Manager Concordia Lutheran College, Kyal Osborne (Council Chair Concordia Lutheran College)

Feature windows and high-level glazing will fill the spaces with natural light, while breakout areas give students and teachers space to extend learning beyond the four walls.

The expansion will be built by Watcon Building Group and managed by Hammond and Neale,

Watcon Building Group managing director Joe Watson said the project offers many practical benefits for parents and carers.

“The design allows for a seamless drop-off area. It won’t be a hassle to bring children to school. It looks really good from the outside, and it draws people in. Once both stages are finished, students will enjoy modern playgrounds, sandpits, walking tracks and landscaped outdoor areas,” he said.

The work comes as the builders progress on Stage 1 of the college’s masterplan that will move its Junior Learning Centre from Hume Street to the Harristown campus.