Local Government
Busselton
Region
South West
Location
201 Geographe Bay Rd Quindalup
Location Details
Construction Date
Constructed from 1900
Demolition Year
N/AStatutory Heritage Listings
| Type | Status | Date | Documents |
|---|---|---|---|
| (no listings) |
Heritage Council Decisions and Deliberations
| Type | Status | Date | Documents |
|---|---|---|---|
| (no listings) |
Other Heritage Listings and Surveys
| Type | Status | Date | Grading/Management | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Category | ||||
| Municipal Inventory | Adopted | 20 Jun 1996 | Category 3 | |
Statement of Significance
The history of this building is closely aligned to that of the surrounding district as it demonstrates the creation of a community through the provision of schooling from the 19th century. The former school building is highly valued by the local community as it has functioned as a vital and integral part of the community’s social life since the first years of settlement in the region.
Physical Description
The single storey building which was the original school is a simple timber framed building with a pitched roof with a brick chimney on one corner. The walls are timber framed and clad with weatherboard and fibre cement sheeting and a verandah provides shelter to the entrance. The visible windows are timber sash style with two over two panes. A covered walkway has been inserted into one end of the building to provide access to other buildings on the site. The grounds around the building are informally landscaped with two large Norfolk Island pine trees a prominent feature on the site.
History
Previous research has determined that a school building has been located on this site from 1864. It has not been clearly established that this building is that school as it is generally referred to as the Third Quindalup school. The reserve for this site designated for school use was created in 1909 which is consistent with the style of a building from the late 19th century or early 20th century school buildings designed by the Public Works Department.
Integrity/Authenticity
Moderate Degree/Moderate Degree Integrity Notes: The place retains a moderate degree of integrity. Authenticity Notes: The place retains a moderate degree of authenticity.
Condition
Very Good
References
| Ref ID No | Ref Name | Ref Source | Ref Date |
|---|---|---|---|
| COB | 16/10/2024 | ||
| Jennings, Rodger;"Busselton, A Place to Remember 1850-1914". | The Shire of Busselton | 1999 |
Other Reference Numbers
| Ref Number | Description |
|---|---|
| PN155 |
Place Type
Individual Building or Group
Uses
| Epoch | General | Specific |
|---|---|---|
| Present Use | RESIDENTIAL | Institutional Housing |
| Original Use | EDUCATIONAL | Combined School |
Construction Materials
| Type | General | Specific |
|---|---|---|
| Roof | METAL | Corrugated Iron |
| Wall | TIMBER | Weatherboard |
Historic Themes
| General | Specific |
|---|---|
| SOCIAL & CIVIC ACTIVITIES | Education & science |
Creation Date
19 Feb 1997Publish place record online (inHerit):
ApprovedLast Update
02 May 2025Disclaimer
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