Fair Isle Family Nurture Centre

Supporting Fife Council’s wider sustainability objectives, the nursery provides future proof, adaptable learning spaces for the next generation. Maximising natural daylight through roof lights and large windows, alongside low energy lighting and PV panels.

All the playrooms have a sanctuary space, designed for children to relax with the support of a range of tools to recognise and identify their emotions. This enables them to develop metacognition skills to recognise and regulate their feelings.

As part of the Government's expansion in ELC, the centre responds to local requirements where income is lower than the national average. Not only improving opportunities for children through learning and playing but also supporting the wider family unit.

Sitting on a redeveloped brownfield site, the one storey nursery lies in a predominantly residential area of Kirkcaldy. Our design is a modern addition to the area which respects the surrounding local character and context. Sitting comfortably alongside existing buildings which vary in age and condition.

Incorporating a simple palette of materials, the nursery is a timber kit building clad in light grey brick. Steel posts and beams support the canopy areas and the pitched roof with large roof lights illuminate the playrooms, flexible space and circulation areas.