Atlas of World Architecture by Unknown

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Published: 0101-01-01T00:00:00+00:00

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Langley Academy

The Langley Academy is an exemple of sustainable design, a theme which is showcased by the building

itself. The Academy’s curriculum highlights rowing, cricket and science and is the first academy to specialise 1

in museum learning. As wel as running its own museum, ancient artefacts and objects are brought into the classroom to spark questions, debate, analysis and provide connections across the curriculum. The scheme also provides unparal el ed access to significant cultural institutions across the country, involving hundreds of students.

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With an enclosed ful –height atrium at the heart of the three–storey building, the social life of the school revolves around this assembly space for 1,100 students. A recurrent element in several other Foster +

Partners’ academy buildings, the atrium is defined by a sense of transparency and openness – like a gal ery UK

of learning – which in this case also resonates with the museum theme. Inside the atrium there are three yellow drums raised above the floor on circular columns. These two–storey pods house the Academy’s

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ten science laboratories, reinforcing the importance of science teaching. A dedicated sports and culture block contains specialist facilities for music and drama including a ful y–equipped theatre, a TV and sound 2

recording studio, soundproof practice rooms and a rehearsal space, sports hall and lecture theatre. The academy’s two light and airy covered streets extend from the atrium and are lined with 38 classrooms.

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