Designers are invited to envision the future of early childhood development (ECD) infrastructure in South Africa
through a scalable, modular, and aspirational preschool design. This competition challenges entrants to
critically analyse their design approach, considering social impact, environmental sustainability, and financial
feasibility to _create a model that redefines the learning spaces of tomorrow. The winning proposal will be
constructed in conjunction with Education Africa’s – Social Architecture Program during 2026, serving as a
prototype for the cost-effective development of high – quality pre-school infrastructure in the future. Entrants
are encouraged to present bold yet practical proposals that respond to the realities of South Africa’s diverse
communities, reimagining the future of early childhood education – Beyond the Classroom. Student registration is fully sponsored. Normal registration is R750 per team (1-3 people).
