Craigmore South Primary School Shade Structure
Project Summary
- What: Replacement of an ageing shade structure with a new 24m x 11m Framed Shade Structure, delivered as a full design and construct package.
- Who: Craigmore South Primary School, with Ventia.
- Where: Craigmore South Primary School, Turner Drive, Craigmore SA 5114.
- Outcome: Students now have 264 square metres of compliant, sun safe shade for outdoor learning and play.
| Project Attribute | Specifications & Details |
|---|---|
| Client | Craigmore South Primary School |
| Project Partner | Ventia |
| Structure Type | Framed Shade Structure with six columns and two shade covers |
| Dimensions | 24m x 11m |
| Steel Finish | Hot Dip Galvanised and Powder Coated in Classic Cream |
| Fabric & Colour | Monotec 370 in Koonunga |
| Location | Craigmore SA 5114 |
| Completion Date | November 2026 |
A Larger Shade Structure for Craigmore South
Weathersafe won this project through a competitive tender process managed by Ventia on behalf of the Department for Education. The brief was to replace the school's existing shade with a larger, stronger structure. Our team designed a Framed Shade Structure spanning 24m x 11m across six columns and two shade covers. It gives students a generous, protected space to learn and play outside.
Engineered and Approved From the Ground Up
Every element of the structure is engineered to AS 1170.2 for wind actions and AS 4100 for steel structures. Our engineer specified the footings, column sizes and every fixing. Our team lodged the planning consent, building rules consent and development approval with council on the school's behalf. The finished structure meets Department for Education standards and Australian Standards for clearances and fall zones.
Careful Work on a Working School
Removing the old structure was part of the job. Our team cut the existing columns just below ground level and took the old structure away. Temporary fencing kept the work zone separate from students and staff throughout. When winter rain left the school oval too soft for machinery, our team waited for the ground to dry out rather than risk damaging the school grounds. The steelwork is Hot Dip Galvanised and Powder Coated in Classic Cream, topped with Monotec 370 shade cloth in Koonunga colour. Craigmore South now has a durable shaded space that will serve its students for years to come.
