What does MOE recommend regarding funding for an Outclass Hub?
Outclass hubs have been checked and viewed by the Ministry of Education school design team, who are happy with the quality for use in schools. Quote “It is clearly a quality product but would not meet our minimum area requirements [for registered teaching space] so couldn’t be funded by Ministry of Education capital funding”
The size of these hubs fit in more with a break-out space floor area. Although traditional break-out spaces are generally adjacent to a larger open learning area, these stand alone spaces are designed specifically to bring student into a separated and calming environment away from the over-stimulation of the indoor classroom. Thanks to the innovation designed around the entire unit being installed and ready for use within one day, the outclass is the first of its kind, available now to NZ schools.
Only getting one quote for the funding application? Here’s some wording around the reasons why.
Outclass is the sole design of outdoor hubs designed specifically for use in schools to promote outdoor learning environments. Some of the unique features around this are as follows;
1) Engineered subfloor design specially for lifting onto preinstalled screw-piles for minimal ground disturbance ,and is designed with school grounds in mind. It can be installed on grass or hard surfaces ,which are not necessarily even.
2) Integrated fold-down deck designed for indoor / outdoor flow. The outclass comes with the deck already attached, ready to fold down upon delivery, making this the only solution for schools which has a ‘same-day’ delivery/installation deign concept.
3) Fully opening Bi-Folding front doors for increased airflow, allowing outdoor learning furniture and equipment to be easily spread outside, and stored away again at the end of the session.
4) Integrated skylight for natural lighting, eliminating the need for electrical connection. (optional)
5) Fully lined interior, unlike other storage solutions, provides an inviting and calming environment which can be furnished to suit the various outdoor learning sessions.
6) Low-maintenance exterior cladding (Weathertex) as per MOE requirements to ensure durability and easy care.
7) Included an awning for shade and weather protection.
Can I get a written proposal with total costs for my School including delivery and installation for the purpose of a funding application?
Yes, our team can provide you with a written proposal outlining the costs for you to use with your application. We understand that applications can take some time so we ensure that the estimate pricing quoted is as close as possible to the final price once you receive the green light.
We don’t know where to start with funding. Can you help us work through this?
Yes, certainly. Our team is experienced in funding methods for schools, and we have access to professionals who you can engage with to guide you through this process to ensure a positive outcome.
Do you offer rental options?
Yes, we would be interested in discussing rental options with you. Please reach out to one of our team to talk through these options.
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