Master Plan – Marist-Sion College

The Marist-Sion College Master Plan sets the direction for how our campus will develop in the years ahead. It aligns the College’s educational priorities with the planning of contemporary, safe and welcoming learning environments that support students and the wider community.

Developed in partnership with Williams Ross Architects, the Master Plan provides a long term framework to guide campus renewal and development.

About the Master Plan

The Marist-Sion College Master Plan outlines how the campus will continue to evolve to support learning, wellbeing and community life.

As a Catholic school inspired by the traditions of the Marist Brothers and the Sisters of Our Lady of Sion, Marist-Sion College seeks to foster a community where faith, learning and life are closely connected. The Master Plan supports this mission by shaping spaces that encourage gathering, reflection, collaboration and belonging.

Serving the parish communities of Warragul, Drouin, Iona Maryknoll and Trafalgar, the College continues to play an important role in the life of the region. As these communities grow, the campus must also respond to the changing needs of students and families.

Through thoughtful planning and staged development, the Master Plan ensures that Marist-Sion College can continue to strengthen its learning environments while maintaining the welcoming character and natural setting that define the College.

Community Consultation

The Master Plan has been shaped through consultation with staff, students and College leadership to ensure the vision for the campus reflects the needs and aspirations of the Marist-Sion community.

Consultation workshops explored how students use outdoor spaces, how learning environments support contemporary teaching practice, and how the campus can better support wellbeing, collaboration and community life.

Parents have also been engaged through the Parent Advisory Committee, providing an opportunity for families to contribute feedback and perspectives as the Master Plan continues to evolve.

Master Plan Principles

Learning First — facilities are designed to support contemporary teaching and learning, enabling collaboration, creativity and flexible learning approaches.

Community and Belonging — spaces across the campus are designed to bring students together and strengthen House identity.

Faith and Identity — the design of the campus reflects the Catholic identity of the College and the traditions of the Marist Brothers and the Sisters of Our Lady of Sion.

Connection to Place — landscaping and outdoor learning spaces strengthen the connection between buildings and the natural environment.

Sustainability and Stewardship — new developments prioritise responsible resource management and long term sustainability.

Our Master Plan reflects our commitment to providing safe, inspiring and future focused learning environments for generations of Marist-Sion students.

Key Projects

Campus Heart — Completed 2025

A central gathering space designed to bring the Marist-Sion community together.

The Campus Heart is a purpose designed central gathering space that brings the Marist-Sion community together and gives visible expression to the identity of the College.

Located at the centre of the campus, it provides a welcoming environment where students and staff can meet, reflect and connect throughout the school day.

Flexible seating areas, shaded spaces and landscaped pathways encourage informal interaction, outdoor learning and College events.

As the physical and symbolic centre of the campus, the Campus Heart reflects the story and identity of the College.

Double Undercover Courts — Delivery 2026

A high-quality all-weather facility supporting sport, physical education and community events.

The Double Undercover Courts will provide a high-quality sporting and physical education facility that supports the active life of the College.

The development includes two multipurpose courts under cover supporting basketball, netball and a wide range of physical education activities.

The courts will also provide a sheltered venue for assemblies, events and student activities throughout the year.

Future Learning Hub — Planned

A new learning hub bringing together flexible classrooms and Food Technology facilities.

A key stage of the College Master Plan is the development of a new learning hub that will bring together General Learning Areas and Food Technology facilities.

The building will include twelve flexible learning classrooms, two Food Technology kitchens with adjoining dining spaces, staff collaboration areas and breakout spaces designed for House gatherings.

Investing in the Future

The Master Plan outlines staged developments that will enhance learning and student wellbeing across the campus. Through careful planning and ongoing investment, Marist-Sion College is creating safe, inspiring and future-focused environments for generations to come.

The Master Plan allows the College to grow thoughtfully over time. Each stage of development is carefully considered so that new facilities continue to support learning, wellbeing and the long-term needs of the Marist-Sion community.