A highly successful response to a challenging site, the form of this sports centre is organised in three parts comprising gymnasium, pavilion and services core. The bulk of the building is buried in a steep bank providing a vital link from the main school grounds to a lower, previously disjointed sports field. Changes in scale respond to the diverse conditions of the site, creating lively, well articulated facades. A balance of natural light within creates a welcoming, functional environment for this popular facility.