John Hunt of Everest Community College, Basingstoke
Everest Community College is a focal element in the Merton Rise development project on the northern edge of Basingstoke. The 900 place college provides a replacement campus for the pre-existing Popley secondary school.
The college provides community facilities including a new public civic square, outdoor sports facilities, health and fitness suite and local Youth Service facilities.
The £26 million school project was carried out with Hampshire County Architects on behalf of Hampshire County Children’s Services and in conjunction with the County Landscape Architects.
| Location: | Basingstoke |
| Client: | Hampshire County Council, Estates Practice |
| Architect: | Hampshire County Architects |
| Engineer: | Engineering Consultancy |
| Awards: | 2007 – Civic Trust Awards – Commendation |
| Photography Credits: | David Morris |
"The building creates a positive environment for learning and makes the students feel comfortable in their surroundings. The landscaping is phenomenal and has also carried on the positive influence and the schools’ unique identity." Teacher Everest College
