Montessori Academy Childcare Centres

St. Mary’s

Size: 2500m2 | Program: 54 weeks

What originally started as a project requiring some minor demolition works, refurbishment and extension of an existing building, ended up as brand new construction from the ground up.

Due to structural issues with the existing church building the project required knocking down the existing building and reconstructing to mirror the original facade appearance. Involving 140 screw piles, 2000m2 of suspended slabs, completely suspended carpark, service upgrades to the mains and lots of other design alterations.

This project was the largest undertaking the RBS team had the pleasure of working on to date and were happy to hand over the site looking as originally intended.

Macquarie Park

Size: 1200m2 | Program: 16 weeks

RBS Projects were engaged to complete the fit out of a cold shell within the mixuse Midtown Macpark development by Frasers Property Group.

Working within a residential occupied tower above, we were able to complete the  fit out within the 16 week period required whilst accommodating the restrictions set in place by strata and residences.

Some of the key features included the Lobby with 8m High ceilings, curved plasterboard balustrade as well as acoustic treatment of external ceilings with perforated mesh sheets

Dapto

Size: 2400m2 | Program: 38 weeks

RBS Projects was engaged to repurpose the old St Patricks Catholic School, built in the 60’s into a new and vibrant childcare center for Montessori Academy,

Works included extensive demolition and modification of existing building to suit the new reuse, bring the building up to current Australian Standards as well as construction of a brand new building, construction of new lift shaft, Carpark, Major fire and electrical service upgrades as well as a brand new playground area including 400m2 of spotted gum decking walkways, ramps.

Kirawee

Size: 1200m2 | Program: 16 weeks

RBS Projects had the pleasure of rolling out multiple Montessori Academy’s high-end childcare centres. Situated in the South Village precinct in Kirrawee, the Montessori and RBS Projects teams were delighted with how this centre was executed.

With extensive use of spotted gum for decking and custom timber structures as well as vibrantly coloured, shaped bulkheads with LED strip lighting to create a fun space for the patrons of this centre.

Crows Nest

Size: 1,400sqm | Program: 12 weeks

Seamlessly transitioning from engaging classrooms to a natural outdoor play area designed specifically to cater to the unique developmental needs and interests of infants, toddlers, and preschool-aged students.

Built to exacting standards, Montessori Crows Nest features a large outdoor play area complete with a cubby house, construction area, sandpits, veggie patch, speed boat, fixed equipment, tepee, and a dramatic play area.

Toongabbie

Size: 600sqm | Program: 20 weeks

Built over three levels, this project included fitting out three specialist Montessori classrooms and two dynamic outdoor play areas. With additional landscaping and a car park below, this challenging project was completed on time and to an exacting standard.

Victoria Park Zetland

Size: 1,400sqm | Program: 16 weeks

Due to a rapid increase in population growth in the Zetland area, Montessori Academy hired our team to fit out a completely enclosed childcare centre on the 5th floor of an apartment building.

The space was designed to facilitate the space’s administration, play area and landscaping functionality.

Bankstown

Size: 1,200sqm | Program: 12 weeks

A unique project as it required a childcare centre to perform functionally and effectively on the 4th floor of a high-rise building.

This fit-out was also unique as it required state-of-the-art security. Clever manoeuvres of materials upstairs and lifts were required, including the movement of large amounts of sand.

Engadine

Size: 3,000sqm | Program: 21 weeks

This project required adapting a former hospital to the needs of a modern childcare centre. It had a particular emphasis on retaining the heritage and values of the old building.

A timber deck was built, which required over 400sqm of timber. The project required indoor and outdoor work, including landscaping and fit-out work.