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Arrival & Reception

Nambour Special School is a series of low set buildings on Windsor Road. Other junior and senior schools are nearby. Well established trees provide ample shade on the flat school grounds. There is an undercover drop-off and pick-up zone in front of administration office. 

Parking is available outside the school grounds. From the parking area, a concrete, step-free path leads to reception. A low-set reception desk allows wheelchair access to the reception desk. Students attending junior school meet teachers to the right of reception. Senior school students meet teachers on the left of reception. Safety fencing provides a barrier into the school grounds.

On the left, there is a large building with a sign reading "NAMBOUR SPECIAL SCHOOL" in bold blue letters. The building is partially covered by a tall green hedge. On the right, there is a white sign with the same logo and text, next to a tree-lined path. In the foreground, there is a concrete pavement and a metal fence running parallel to the hedge. The background features more trees and greenery. The floor is a mix of concrete pavement and grass.
On the left, there is a curved asphalt driveway leading to a building partially obscured by trees. On the right, there is a concrete footpath bordered by a metal fence and a grassy area with trees. In the middle, there are more trees and a white building in the background. The floor consists of asphalt on the left and concrete on the right.
On the left, there is a grassy slope leading up to a long, single-storey building with a white facade and blue trim. On the right, there is a paved road with several parked vehicles, including a white van and a green car. In the middle, the road and footpath continue towards the background, where more trees and parts of the building are visible. The floor consists of grass on the left and asphalt on the right.
On the left, there is a building with large windows and a sign reading "Administration." Inside, there is a desk with a computer and some office supplies. On the right, there is a covered driveway with white support columns and a marked asphalt road. In the middle, the driveway leads to a garden area with trees and shrubs. The floor is a mix of concrete pavement near the building and asphalt on the driveway.
Hearing

Sounds

  1. Engines starting & stopping
  2. Students talking & laughing
  3. Directions from staff
  4. Ramps banging
  5. Trees rustling
Smell

Smells

  1. Fresh air
  2. Mulch & cut grass
  3. Deodorants & fragrances
  4. Vehicle exhaust (occasional)
  5. Carpets & fabrics (in reception)
Touch

Feel

  1. Excitement
  2. Close proximity to others
  3. Time pressure (getting to class)
  4. Anxiety (when busy)
  5. Changing surfaces (bitumen-concrete)
Sight

Sight

  1. Busses filled with students
  2. Students waiting on chairs
  3. Teachers with fluorescent vests
  4. Directional signage & posters
  5. Trees & shaded areas

Primary Classrooms (B, C, D, E, F, J, K Blocks)

Primary room classrooms are accessible by covered walkways. Each class room is named by a letter of the alphabet. Classroom B is to the right of the main Administration building. Classrooms B, C, D, E, F, J, K all have a similar design. Each classroom has step free door ways with sliding glass doors. 

Rectangular in shape, each classroom has two main teaching areas. Each teaching zone has a smaller quiet room or activity room for quiet time. Separating the two main teaching zones are a kitchenette area and an amenities area. A small outdoor play area is found at each classroom. The outdoor play area may be shared with another classroom.

On the left, there is a covered walkway with white support columns and a metal fence enclosing a grassy area with a small garden. On the right, there is another covered walkway with white columns, leading to a building with large glass windows. In the middle, there is a concrete path connecting the two walkways, with grass and trees in the background. The floor is concrete, and the ceiling of the covered walkways is white with exposed beams.
On the left, there is a covered walkway with white support columns and a concrete floor, leading to a building with large windows and blue doors. On the right, there is an open play area with a black rubber floor, featuring a red shade sail overhead, playground equipment, and a blue swing set. In the background, there is another building with blue doors and windows, and trees behind it. The ceiling of the covered walkway is white with fluorescent lighting.
On the left, there is a covered area with white columns, a red shade sail, and playground equipment on a black rubber floor. On the right, there is a fenced area with blue railings and a concrete floor. In the middle, there is a building with large windows and blue doors, featuring a row of blue cabinets and shelves inside. The foreground has a concrete path flanked by blue benches on grass.
On the left, there is a black column next to a glass door with notices and a sign reading "Office." On the right, there are large glass windows with blue panels below them. In the middle, through the glass door, there is an office with a desk, chairs, and various notices on the walls. The floor inside is covered in grey carpet tiles, and the ceiling is white with exposed beams and fluorescent lighting. The exterior floor is concrete.
Hearing

Sounds

  1. Directional instructions (teacher)
  2. Students talking & asking questions
  3. Sliding doors opening & closing
  4. Whirr of airconditioner/heater
  5. Garden maintenance equipment
Smell

Smells

  1. Controlled air environment
  2. Books & paper
  3. Paints & crafts glue (occasional)
  4. Food smells (occasional)
  5. Cleaning products (mild)
Touch

Feel

  1. Smooth tables
  2. Sitting down
  3. Changing surfaces (vinyl/concrete)
  4. Close proximity to others
  5. Mental exhaustion
Sight

Sight

  1. Speckled vinyl floor
  2. Colourful artwork
  3. Tables & chairs
  4. Low white ceilings
  5. Fluorescent lighting

Primary Classrooms (G Block)

G Block is a multi purpose block and located behind the administration building. A full size kitchen and dining area is the central feature to G Block. Students are not permitted within the kitchen. On each side of the kitchen and dining area is a small classroom and a board room style room. 

Access to the board room is through an orange outward opening door. G block is an open space with high ceilings and wooden beams. Many seating options are available with high backs and arm rests.

On the left, there is a corridor with windows and blue pillars, leading to a grassy area. On the right, there is a long walkway with a white wall and doors, extending towards another building in the distance. In the middle, there is a corner with a drinking fountain and signs reading "Multi-Purpose Block G" and "D Block." The floor is concrete, and the ceiling is white with fluorescent lights.
On the left, there are windows with blue frames and a whiteboard on a stand. On the right, there are more windows and a glass door with blue frames, leading into a building. In the middle, there is a double glass door with a small overhang above it. The floor is a light-coloured concrete, and the ceiling is white with recessed lighting. The foreground has a patch of grass and dirt.
On the left, there are windows with blinds, a black desk with a computer, and a stack of colourful chairs. On the right, there is a green wall with a bulletin board and an orange door. In the middle, there is a round wooden table with black chairs around it. The background features a kitchen area with a sink, cabinets, and a doorway. The floor is light-coloured concrete, and the ceiling is black with exposed beams, fluorescent lights, and ceiling fans.
On the left, there are blue-framed windows with black blinds, an "EXIT" sign above a door, and colourful posters on the wall. On the right, there are more blue-framed windows with black blinds, a whiteboard, and a set of cubbies with various items. In the middle, there are two yellow tables with curved edges, a black television on a stand, and colourful floor markers. The floor is a mix of grey carpet and a colourful alphabet rug. The ceiling is white with recessed lighting and exposed beams.
Hearing

Sounds

  1. Cooking food
  2. Clanging of kitchen equipment
  3. People talking
  4. Whirring of ceiling fan
  5. Garden maintenance (outside)
Smell

Smells

  1. Cooking food
  2. Paints & crafts glue (occasional)
  3. Carpet & fabrics
  4. Controlled air environment
  5. Cleaning products
Touch

Feel

  1. Smooth tables
  2. Increasing activity
  3. Close proximity to others
  4. Focused
  5. Changing surfaces (concrete-carpet)
Sight

Sight

  1. Bright coloured doors
  2. People cooking & eating
  3. Signs & artwork
  4. Learning materials
  5. High ceilings & black timber beams

Primary Classrooms (H Block)

H Block is the largest of all the junior school buildings and is located beyond G Block, The SHED & the Library. Four separate classrooms are found within H Block, named H1, H2, H3 & H4 along with a classroom dedicated for Life Skills.

A long wide corridor extends the length of H Block with teaching classrooms on the left. Handrails extend the entire corridor and on both sides of the wall. 

Accessible amenities are found on the right of the corridor between H3 & H4. All classrooms follow a similar layout of a bright and open space surrounded by children's artwork and decorations as well as tables, chairs, and a kitchenette.

On the left, there is a covered walkway with white railings and a green building with vertical panels. On the right, there is another covered walkway leading to a building with large windows and a yellow wall. In the middle, there is a concrete path flanked by grass, leading to a tree and more buildings in the background. The floor is concrete, and the ceiling of the walkways is white with metal supports.
On the left, there is a white wall with the text "Block H" and a drinking fountain below a small window. On the right, there is a fenced area with a green and red artificial turf. In the middle, there is a concrete walkway leading to double glass doors. The floor is concrete, and the ceiling is covered with metal panels and fluorescent lights.
On the left, there is an open glass door with papers taped to it and a beige tiled wall. On the right, there is another open glass door with a green bulletin board displaying various notices and a beige tiled wall. In the middle, there is a long corridor with white walls, handrails, and a speckled grey floor, leading to a distant area. The ceiling is white with fluorescent lights. The floor at the entrance is concrete.
On the left, there is an open doorway leading to a room with a wooden dresser, blue cushions, and a black rug with toys. On the right, there is a long corridor with white walls, handrails, and windows near the ceiling. In the middle, the corridor extends into the distance with more windows and doors. The floor is speckled grey, and the ceiling is white with fluorescent lights and exposed beams.
Hearing

Sounds

  1. Directional instructions (teacher)
  2. Students talking & asking questions
  3. Doors opening & closing
  4. Washing machine whirring
  5. Occasional sliding of chairs
Smell

Smells

  1. Controlled air environment
  2. Books & paper
  3. Paints & crafts glue (occasional)
  4. Food smells (occasional)
  5. Cleaning products
Touch

Feel

  1. Smooth tables
  2. Sitting down
  3. Changing surfaces (vinyl/concrete)
  4. Close proximity to others
  5. Mental exhaustion
Sight

Sight

  1. White walls & ceiling
  2. Fluorescent lights
  3. Artwork & signs
  4. Bright, natural light
  5. Long corridor

Primary Bathrooms

Each Classroom has accessible bathrooms. There are many accessible amenities at Nambour Special School. Bathrooms include left hand and right hand toilets, hoists and adult change tables. Each bathroom contains cleaning and personal hygiene products.

On the left, there is a white tiled wall with a mirror, a sink, a soap dispenser, and a bright pink bin. On the right, there is a corridor with beige walls, a speckled grey floor, and a sliding door with a frosted window. In the middle, there is an orange mobile whiteboard with storage compartments at the bottom. The background features an open doorway leading to another corridor with a gate and a notice board. The ceiling is white with fluorescent lights and an exit sign.
On the left, there is a corridor with beige walls, a speckled grey floor, and a small green stool. On the right, there is a bathroom with white tiled walls, a blue chair, a white toilet, a sink, and a shower area with a curtain. In the middle, there is a partial wall separating the corridor from the bathroom. The background features more of the corridor with a blue mat and a door leading to another room. The ceiling is white with fluorescent lights.
On the left, there is a doorway labelled "Boys" with a sign showing a male figure. On the right, there is a doorway labelled "Girls" with a sign showing a female figure. In the middle, there is a white brick wall with three small windows above it. The floor is concrete, and the ceiling is white with fluorescent lights visible through the doorways.
On the left, there is a white sink with a mirror above it, a soap dispenser, and a grab bar. On the right, there is a folded wall-mounted changing table with safety straps. In the middle, there is a white toilet with grab bars on both sides and a white cabinet with a built-in sink and a paper towel dispenser above it. The floor is speckled green, and the ceiling is white with fluorescent lights.
Hearing

Sounds

  1. Water pouring
  2. Toilet flushes
  3. Doors opening
  4. Chatter
  5. Fan humming
Smell

Smells

  1. Bathroom odours
  2. Soap & cleaning products
  3. Cleaning products
  4. Controlled air environment
  5. Deodorants & perfumes
Touch

Feel

  1. Cool tiles
  2. Warm & cold
  3. Changing floor surfaces
  4. Relief (after using the toilet)
  5. Close proximity to others
Sight

Sight

  1. Handrails
  2. Bathroom stalls
  3. Hoist
  4. White tiles
  5. Directional signage

Library

The library is between E & H Blocks. A small ramp allows step free entry into the library. Two separate doorway entrances have outward opening wooden doors. Bright colours, book shelves and grey carpet tiles are features within the library. 

Two areas of the library are separated by a small corridor. Students may select and borrow books from the librarian or sit and read books in a small reading room. Teachers may also read stories to students.

On the left, there is a covered walkway with a metal fence beside it. In the middle, a concrete path leads to a building with large windows and a slanted roof. On the right, another covered walkway with white pillars is visible. The background features tall trees with green foliage. The foreground has a grassy area with a concrete path intersecting it. The floor is a mix of grass and concrete paths, while the ceiling of the walkways is made of corrugated metal.
On the left, there are several trees and a metal fence. In the middle, a single-storey building with large windows and a green slanted roof is visible. On the right, a covered walkway with white pillars extends from the building. The background consists of tall trees with dense green foliage. The foreground features a grassy area with a concrete path intersecting it. The floor is a combination of grass and concrete, while the ceiling of the walkway is made of corrugated metal.
On the left, there is a yellow wooden wall with a white door that is slightly open. In the middle, the door leads to an interior space with bookshelves and a carpeted floor. On the right, there is a large window with green frames, providing a view of the interior. The background includes more bookshelves and a glimpse of colourful items. The floor outside the door is grey and textured, while the ceiling is white with a light fixture.
On the left, there are shelves filled with various educational materials and a dark blue wall with a window. In the middle, there is a round table with red, yellow, and blue sections, surrounded by chairs. On the right, more shelves hold colourful boxes and books. The background features additional shelves with neatly organised books and materials. The floor is carpeted in grey, and the ceiling is white with fluorescent light fixtures.
Hearing

Sounds

  1. People reading
  2. Hum of air conditioning
  3. Turning pages (paper)
  4. Birds & crows outside
  5. Hum of office equipment
Smell

Smells

  1. Books & paper
  2. Cleaning products
  3. Fresh air from windows
  4. Controlled air environment
  5. Carpet & fabrics
Touch

Feel

  1. Soft carpet underfoot
  2. Cool air conditioning
  3. Inspiring imagination
  4. Close proximity to others
  5. Changing surfaces (concrete/carpet)
Sight

Sight

  1. Bookshelves with books
  2. Children reading
  3. Teachers supervising
  4. Colourful tables & chairs
  5. Fluorescent lighting

The SHED

The SHED is a central feature within the Junior School campus. Located behind the administration building The SHED has six large roller doors. Made from light green corrugated iron the building resembles a large shed.

The floor is made from polished timber floorboards and has high ceilings. With a lined roof and fluorescent lighting, the SHED is a multipurpose event space. 

The SHED is used for school assemblies, school performances, sport and recreation activities. Activities include Christmas and ANZAC day events. Furniture and sporting equipment changes to support different activities within the SHED. A large mural and audio visual screen are visible on the distant wall.

On the left, there is a large open garage with a corrugated metal roof and walls, revealing an empty interior with a wooden floor. In the middle, there is a concrete path leading from the garage to the outside. On the right, there is a grassy area with a basketball hoop and a building with a blue roof and white railings. The background includes trees and additional grassy areas. The floor is a mix of concrete and grass, and the ceiling of the garage is corrugated metal.
On the left, there is a trampoline with a safety net and a small stage area with a blue door. In the middle, there is a large open space with a wooden floor and a mural of a garden on the back wall. On the right, there are two large roller doors and a blue wall with a table and chairs. The background includes additional wall murals and a projector screen. The ceiling is white with exposed metal beams and yellow fabric draped across, along with fluorescent light fixtures.
On the left, there is a trampoline with a safety net and a small stage area with a blue door. In the middle, there are rows of black chairs facing a projector screen and a colourful mural of a garden on the back wall. On the right, there are two large roller doors and a blue wall with a few chairs stacked against it. The floor is wooden, and the ceiling is white with exposed metal beams and yellow fabric draped across, along with fluorescent light fixtures.
On the left, there is a trampoline with a safety net and a small stage area with a blue door. In the middle, there are rows of black chairs facing a projector screen and a colourful mural of a garden on the back wall. On the right, there are two large roller doors and a blue wall with a few chairs stacked against it. The floor is wooden, and the ceiling is white with exposed metal beams and yellow fabric draped across, along with fluorescent light fixtures.
Hearing

Sounds

  1. Background music
  2. Noisy (during events)
  3. Chatter
  4. Echo
  5. Footsteps on timber floor
Smell

Smells

  1. Fresh air
  2. Controlled air environment
  3. Cleaning products
  4. Wood (floorboards)
  5. Body odours & perfumes
Touch

Feel

  1. Close proximity to others (events)
  2. Changing temperature
  3. Changing surfaces (concrete-timber)
  4. Anxiety (when full of students)
  5. Internal weather conditions
Sight

Sight

  1. Crowds (during events)
  2. Large roller doors
  3. Cream coloured sails on ceiling
  4. Trampoline
  5. Large garden painting

Travelling to the Secondary School

Follow the covered pathways left from the administration building to the Secondary School. Move passed F Block on the right and N Block on the left and continue to the playground. A long covered walkway extends down a slight slope across the entire length of a sporting field. 

A black gate separates the junior school from the senior school. At the gate is a seating area with colourful timber slats. Continue along the covered pathway with garden beds on the right. Ahead to the right is the large, low-set Q Senior GLA Block, with the sports oval on the left.

On the left, there is a grassy field with trees and a building in the distance. In the middle, there is a concrete pathway extending straight ahead, covered by a metal roof supported by red and grey poles. On the right, there is another grassy field with a building featuring a covered walkway and windows. The floor is a concrete path, and the ceiling is a corrugated metal roof.
On the left, there is a grassy field with trees and a building in the distance. In the middle, there is a concrete pathway extending straight ahead, covered by a metal roof supported by grey poles. On the right, there is a building with colourful vertical stripes and a small patch of grass. The floor is a concrete path, and the ceiling is a corrugated metal roof.
On the left, there is a covered walkway with a metal roof supported by grey poles, leading to a grassy field with trees and buildings in the distance. In the middle, there is a black metal gate and a concrete floor. On the right, there is a seating area with blue benches and colourful vertical stripes on the walls. The floor is concrete, and the ceiling is a corrugated metal roof.
On the left, there is a grassy field with trees and a fence in the distance. In the middle, there is a long concrete walkway with metal railings, covered by a corrugated metal roof supported by grey poles. On the right, there are bushes and a building with a blue roof partially visible. The floor is concrete, and the ceiling is a corrugated metal roof.
Hearing

Sounds

  1. Birds chirping
  2. Distant traffic
  3. Footsteps on concrete
  4. People chatting
  5. External weather conditions
Smell

Smells

  1. Grass & mulch
  2. Fresh air
  3. External weather conditions
  4. Garden
  5. Concrete
Touch

Feel

  1. Elevated heart rate
  2. Slight slope
  3. Close proximity to others (when busy)
  4. Humidity (occasional)
  5. External weather conditions
Sight

Sight

  1. Long, straight covered walkway
  2. Grass & garden beds
  3. Colourful timber slats
  4. Flat sports grounds
  5. External weather conditions

Secondary Classrooms

The senior school is a single building named Senior QLA Block. The building is a long rectangular shape with six step free entrances. Each entrance has an outward opening manual glass door. An internal corridor and external walkway extend the entire length of the building. 

The internal corridor has timber floors, white walls and high ceilings. Twelve classrooms make up the Senior School located on either side of the corridor. Senior school has two separate kitchen teaching spaces and a central bathroom area. Each classroom has a unique letter and number and door colour.

On the left, there are metal picnic tables under a covered area with a corrugated metal roof supported by grey poles. In the middle, there is a beige wooden wall with a sign reading "Senior Unit Block 1" and a glass door leading inside. On the right, there is a glass entrance door showing an interior hallway with lights and decorations. The floor is a mix of concrete outside and light-coloured flooring inside.
On the left, there is a metal picnic table with attached benches on a concrete floor. In the middle, there is a glass double door entrance leading to a hallway with light-coloured wooden flooring and a flat ceiling. On the right, there are colourful vertical panels in blue, red, and green next to the entrance. The ceiling outside is corrugated metal.
On the left, there are white walls with bulletin boards displaying various pictures and artwork. In the middle, there is a long hallway with light-coloured wooden flooring and a white, grid-patterned ceiling with recessed lighting. On the right, there are more bulletin boards, a blue door, and large windows showing rooms with furniture and decorations. The hallway extends into the distance with additional doors and windows on both sides.
On the left, there are large windows with black frames, showing greenery outside. Below the windows, there is a red cushioned reading nook with a small table and chairs. In the middle, there are several tables in blue and red with various educational materials on them. On the right, there are white cabinets and bulletin boards displaying educational posters and artwork. The floor is carpeted in grey, and the ceiling is white with recessed lighting and ceiling fans.
Hearing

Sounds

  1. Directional instructions (teacher)
  2. Students talking & asking questions
  3. Birds chirping
  4. Whirr of air conditioner/heater
  5. Garden maintenance equipment
Smell

Smells

  1. Paints & crafts glue (occasional)
  2. Books & paper
  3. Air conditioning
  4. Cleaning products (mild)
  5. Carpet & fabrics
Touch

Feel

  1. Smooth tables
  2. Close proximity to others
  3. Changing floor surfaces (timber/carpet)
  4. Focused
  5. Mental exhaustion
Sight

Sight

  1. Colourful artwork
  2. Vibrant doors
  3. Reflections & glare
  4. Timber floors
  5. Students & teachers

Secondary School Kitchen

Two kitchen training rooms are located within the senior school, rooms Q1.05 and Q1.17. Both kitchens are the same design. The kitchen is an open space with a stove, sink, fridge, microwave, and white storage cupboards. The sink and stoves are adjustable in height. 

Two moveable tables in the middle of the room create a large work space. Bright coloured chairs may be stacked along the walls or positioned around the central table.

On the left, there is a white wall covered with various papers, drawings, and photographs, some of which are labelled with red headings. In the middle, there is a light blue door with a glass window, displaying a few notices and a sign. On the right, the wall continues with a blue section featuring more photographs and papers pinned up.
On the left, there are white cabinets mounted on the wall above a countertop with a sink and a few items. In the middle, there is a black table with wheels. On the right, there are three large windows with black frames, and beneath them, a small orange table and a stack of colourful chairs. The floor is wooden, and the ceiling has white tiles with fluorescent lights, ceiling fans, and an air conditioning vent.
On the left, there is a white door with a blue exit sign above it, a fire extinguisher, and a fire hose reel mounted on the wall. In the middle, there is a black table with wheels on a wooden floor. On the right, there are white cabinets and countertops with a sink, microwave, and various items. The ceiling has white tiles, fluorescent lights, ceiling fans, and an air conditioning vent.
On the left, there are three large windows with black frames. In the middle, there is a black table with wheels on a wooden floor. On the right, there is a wall-mounted sink with soap dispensers and a hand dryer above it, a bulletin board with various notices, and a row of orange chairs next to a small orange table. The ceiling has white tiles, fluorescent lights, ceiling fans, and an air conditioning vent.
Hearing

Sounds

  1. Directional instructions
  2. Cooking sounds
  3. Air conditioning hum
  4. Water flowing
  5. Chopping sounds
Smell

Smells

  1. Cooked food smells
  2. Liquid detergent
  3. Controlled air environment
  4. Cleaning products
  5. Burned food (occasional)
Touch

Feel

  1. Hungry & thirsty
  2. Hot oven surface (when in use)
  3. Smooth table surfaces
  4. Water (when cleaning)
  5. Close personal proximity
Sight

Sight

  1. Kitchen equipment
  2. Food cooking
  3. Vibrant plastic chairs
  4. People cooking
  5. Moveable tables

Secondary Bathrooms

Shared bathrooms are located in the middle of GLA block for all senior school students. The first aid room separates the male and female bathrooms. Both bathrooms include an accessible toilet with left hand and right hand railings. 

An adult change table, hoist and shower are available in each accessible bathroom. Access from the external walkway is available through an outward opening wooden door.

On the left, there is a black door with a silver bottom panel, next to a blue wall with a white door leading to a restroom, marked by a blue sign. In the middle, there is a white door with a red cross and a green first aid sign above it. On the right, there is another black door with a silver bottom panel, next to a blue wall with a white door leading to another restroom, also marked by a blue sign. The floor is light wood, and the ceiling has wooden panels with a small vent in the centre.
On the left, there is a black door with a silver bottom panel, next to a blue wall with a white door leading to a restroom. In the middle, there is a white door with a red cross and a green first aid sign above it. On the right, there is another black door with a silver bottom panel, next to a blue wall with a white door leading to another restroom. The floor is light wood, and the ceiling has wooden panels with a small vent in the centre.
On the left, there is a doorway leading to a room with a blue sign indicating male toilets and showers. Inside, there are green and blue walls, a black bin, and a shower area. In the middle, there is a room with exercise equipment, a black bin, and a white wall with a few notices. On the right, there is another doorway with a blue sign indicating male toilets and showers, leading to a similar room with green and blue walls and a black bin.
On the left, there is a medical examination table with a blue cushion, a small table with medical supplies, and a black bin. In the middle, there is a patient lift machine and a grey commode chair. On the right, there is a white sink with a soap dispenser, an orange chair, and a white toilet with support bars. The background has a row of frosted windows and several medical posters on the walls. The floor is light grey, and the ceiling has recessed lights and an air conditioning unit.
Hearing

Sounds

  1. Water flowing
  2. Echoes
  3. Toilet flushes
  4. Air conditioning noise
  5. Hand dryer sound
Smell

Smells

  1. Cleaning products
  2. Bathroom odours
  3. Air conditioning
  4. Soap & toiletries
  5. Controlled air environment
Touch

Feel

  1. Changing floor surfaces
  2. Cool tiles
  3. Warm hand dryer
  4. Relief (after using the toilet)
  5. Refreshed
Sight

Sight

  1. Multi colour bathroom stalls
  2. Shower
  3. Grab rails
  4. Hoist
  5. Mirrors & reflections

Swimming Pool

The swimming pool may be identified by the large blue sign that reads Nambour Special School. Move left from the administration building past the SHED to the small playground. The pool is on the left through a black metal gate and outward opening glass door. The internal pool is 16 meters long and 8 meters wide. 

A ceiling hoist, ramp and steps supports full access for all students. Bright coloured floating toys and supports hang from the roof and found along the walls. Dedicated accessible amenities including an adult change table, hoist and accessible toilet.

On the left, there is a white building with a metal roof and several windows, surrounded by a black fence. In the middle, there is a grassy area with a concrete slab and a tall light pole. On the right, there is a white building with a blue door and a small window, with trees in the background. The foreground is a large green lawn.
On the left, there is a white building with a metal roof and a large closed roller door. In the middle, there is a covered area with a corrugated metal roof, a black metal fence, and a glass door leading inside. On the right, there is a white brick wall with a downpipe and a small light fixture. The floor is concrete, and the ceiling of the covered area is made of corrugated metal. The background includes some trees and another building partially visible through the glass door.
On the left, there is a glass wall with a sliding door, a grey chair, and a view of an indoor pool area with a green slide. In the middle, there is a glass door with a blue sign and a metal handle, leading to the pool area. On the right, there is a white brick wall with a no smoking sign. The floor is light grey concrete, and the ceiling has exposed beams and fluorescent lights. The background includes the pool, poolside chairs, and windows letting in natural light.
On the left, there is a tiled pool deck with a metal handrail leading into the water, colourful wall decorations, and a no diving sign. In the middle, there is a large indoor swimming pool with lane markers and floating toys, including a green slide and a dolphin. On the right, there are rows of chairs along the wall, a small play area with toys, and a black door. The floor is a mix of tiles and concrete, and the ceiling has exposed beams with skylights and fluorescent lights.
Hearing

Sounds

  1. Water splashing
  2. Hum of pool filtration system
  3. Water running
  4. People talking
  5. Echo
Smell

Smells

  1. Chlorine
  2. Cleaning products
  3. Dampness
  4. Wet clothes
  5. Humidity
Touch

Feel

  1. Fun & excitement
  2. Changing floor surfaces
  3. Wet & dry
  4. Refreshed
  5. Accelerated heart rate (when swimming)
Sight

Sight

  1. Colourful pool accessories
  2. Ramp with handrails
  3. Bathroom & showers
  4. People swimming
  5. Ceiling hoist

Playgrounds

There are a range of playgrounds throughout the Nambour Special School. All playgrounds have different play equipment. There is a playground between C Block and B Block, which has a slide, swing, and water play area. The playground at D and E Block includes a swing and climbing nets. 

All playgrounds have a rubber mat and shade canopy for safety and comfort. Accessible playground equipment also includes accessible swings for students in a wheelchair. The Secondary School features a small playground inclusive of a rock climbing wall.

On the left, there is a building with a covered patio area, blue panels, and a white metal fence. In the middle, there is a grassy area with a white metal gate and several red picnic tables in the background. On the right, there is another building with a covered patio, blue panels, and a closed roller door. The floor of the patio areas is concrete, and the ceiling of the patios is white with recessed lighting. The background includes trees and additional buildings.
On the left, there is a red and yellow playhouse with a black shade sail above it. In the middle, there is a curved concrete path leading to a green climbing structure on a red rubber mat, with trees and a playground area in the background. On the right, there is a building with a blue door and a covered patio area. The floor of the patio is concrete, and the ceiling is white with recessed lighting. The background includes more trees and grassy areas.
On the left, there is a building with a blue roof and a covered patio area, along with a red picnic table. In the middle, there is a curved concrete path leading to a central grassy area with benches and a playground in the background. On the right, there is a red and yellow play structure with slides and a black shade sail above it. The floor around the play structure is a mix of concrete and rubber matting. The ceiling of the patio areas is white with recessed lighting.
On the left, there is a building labelled "Teaching Block E" with a blue roof and white walls. In the middle, there is a grassy courtyard with a concrete path running along the edges. On the right, there is another building with a colourful mural of flowers on a yellow wall. The floor of the courtyard is grass, and the ceiling of the covered walkway is metal with exposed beams. The background includes trees and a fence.
Hearing

Sounds

  1. Laughing & playing
  2. Whooshing sound (slide)
  3. Birds chirping
  4. Rhythmic creaking or squeaking
  5. Excited shouts
Smell

Smells

  1. Rubber
  2. Grass
  3. Fresh air
  4. Trees
  5. External weather conditions
Touch

Feel

  1. Excitement & fun
  2. Elevated heart rate
  3. Swinging
  4. Warm sunlight
  5. Wind in hair (on swing etc)
Sight

Sight

  1. Rubber mat/grass
  2. Climbing net
  3. Children playing
  4. Sand (in some areas)
  5. Shade cloth

Oval & Grounds

The junior and senior school both have dedicated sports ground areas. The junior school sports area is beside the pool and N block. The large open area includes soccer nets and surrounded by buildings and walkways. The senior school sports ground is next to the GLA block. 

The senior school sports grounds often has painted running tracks and soccer nets. Both sports areas have thick and soft green grass.

On the left, there are tall trees and bushes bordering a large grassy field. In the middle, there is an expansive lawn with a few scattered concrete utility covers. On the right, there are several buildings with covered walkways and a playground area featuring a red and yellow play structure under a black shade sail. The floor is primarily grass, and the ceiling of the covered walkways is metal with exposed beams. The background includes more trees and additional buildings.
On the left, there is a large grassy field with a football goal in the distance and a fence with a mural of blue waves. In the middle, there is a small wooden platform with a yellow caution sign and metal handles. On the right, there is a building with a covered walkway supported by blue and green pillars. The floor of the walkway is concrete, and the ceiling is metal with exposed beams. The background includes trees and more grassy areas.
On the left, there is a black metal fence casting shadows on a large grassy field. In the middle, there is an expansive lawn with a few scattered trees casting shadows. On the right, there are several buildings with blue doors and a covered walkway supported by white pillars. The floor of the walkway is concrete, and the ceiling is metal. The background includes more trees and additional buildings.
On the left, there is a black metal fence running along the edge of a large grassy field with a football goal. In the middle, there is an expansive lawn. On the right, there is a long building with a grey roof, blue doors, and a covered walkway supported by white pillars. The floor of the walkway is concrete, and the ceiling is metal. The background includes trees and additional buildings.
Hearing

Sounds

  1. Birds chirping
  2. External weather conditions
  3. Sudden shouts (during games)
  4. Thud of the ball being kicked
  5. Wheelchairs on ramp (occasional)
Smell

Smells

  1. Grass & mulch
  2. Trees & garden
  3. Fresh air
  4. External weather conditions
  5. Deodorants & body odours
Touch

Feel

  1. Excitement & fun
  2. Warm sunlight
  3. Changing floor surfaces (concrete-grass)
  4. Elevated heart rate
  5. Humidity (seasonal)
Sight

Sight

  1. Grass
  2. Black metal fence
  3. Soccer nets
  4. Sunlight
  5. External weather conditions

School Arrival & Departure

Arriving students meet teachers at dedicated meeting points for support moving to classrooms. Teachers may wear high visibility vests and carry clipboards at the meeting points. The junior school meeting point is on the right of the administration office. The senior school meeting point is to the left of the administration office. 

The arrival and meeting areas may become very busy as students and buses arrive to school at the same time. At the end of the school day students are supported from classrooms back to the meeting points. Students wait for parents, guardians or the bus on the chairs provided.

On the left, there is a glass door entrance with a metal screen door and a window displaying posters. In the middle, there are rows of colourful plastic chairs, mostly black and yellow, arranged in front of a white wall with a black door and a notice board. On the right, there is a long corridor with more chairs and a sign reading "Main Admin." The floor is concrete, and the ceiling is white with fluorescent lights. The background includes palm trees and additional buildings.
On the left, there are rows of black and yellow plastic chairs arranged in front of a white wall. In the middle, there are more chairs, including some grey ones, all facing forward. On the right, there is a covered walkway with white pillars, leading to a fenced area with blue doors. The floor is concrete, and the ceiling is white with recessed lighting. The background includes trees, grassy areas, and additional buildings.
On the left, there are rows of black and green plastic chairs against a white wall with windows above. In the middle, there is a blue pillar with more green chairs arranged around it. On the right, there is a gated area with a white lattice fence and additional green chairs. The floor is concrete, and the ceiling is white with fluorescent lights. The background includes more windows and a corridor leading to other parts of the building.
On the left, there is a long covered walkway with white pillars and windows along the wall. In the middle, there is an open area with a white door and a few grey plastic chairs. On the right, there are rows of green plastic chairs facing each other, separated by a narrow walkway. The floor is concrete, and the ceiling is white with recessed lighting. The background includes more windows, a lattice fence, and trees visible through the openings.
Hearing

Sounds

  1. Vehicle sounds
  2. Directional instructions
  3. Welcome greetings
  4. People talking
  5. External weather conditions
Smell

Smells

  1. Bus/car odour (occasional)
  2. Fragrances & deodorants
  3. Body odour (occasional)
  4. Mulch
  5. External weather conditions
Touch

Feel

  1. Disorientation anxiety
  2. Close personal proximity
  3. Movement to classroom
  4. Elevated heart rate
  5. External weather conditions
Sight

Sight

  1. Many buses
  2. Students queueing
  3. Teachers in high visibility vests
  4. Seats & chairs
  5. External weather conditions
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