Walpole Middle School
- Location
- Walpole, MA
- Completed
- Size
- 162,000 sf
- Grades
- 6–8
- Students
- 905
- Certification
- LEED Gold
Designed to serve as a cornerstone for the community, the new Walpole Middle School reflects the Town of Walpole’s commitment to providing an innovative, inclusive, and future-ready learning environment. As the architects, our vision was to create a school that inspires curiosity, fosters collaboration, and supports a wide range of learning styles.
The building is organized around flexible learning neighborhoods, each with adaptable classrooms, breakout spaces, and integrated technology to encourage both independent and group work. Abundant natural light, sustainable materials, and views to outdoor learning areas help connect students to their environment, while age-appropriate design features create a welcoming, secure atmosphere.
Beyond its role as an academic space, the new Walpole Middle School is designed as a community hub, with shared facilities such as the auditorium, gymnasium, and athletic fields easily accessible for public use. The architecture celebrates the town’s character through thoughtful material choices and a site plan that engages with its surroundings, ensuring the school will serve generations of Walpole students and families with pride.
