Outdoor Learning Pondered

Westview Elementary was designed to support exploration, discovery and team based learning. Reinforcing this concept is the outdoor classroom which provides an educational environment for hands-on life sciences learning. This centrally located space is strategically placed near the main entrance lobby which allows all students and visitors to experience this dynamic learning arena on a daily basis. The space offers a pond, teaching platforms, lecture area, butterfly and hummingbird gardens as well as an abundance of vegetation. The twelve foot high glazed brick serpentine wall adds an interesting backdrop and is a welcomed surprise to on lookers and users of the space.