Lycée Alfred Kastler

The Lycée Alfred Kastler is one of the first three high schools built in new towns, specifically designed as part of the initial development of the Cergy-Pontoise area. The school's layout initially blends its courtyard with the surrounding public space, fostering connectivity with the residential neighborhood. The project was managed by a public development agency, with the architect selected through a non-competitive process. The design prioritizes a correlation between architecture and pedagogy, deviating from standard layouts imposed by the state. The innovative plan emphasizes social spaces for students and seeks to create versatile common areas, reflecting a pedagogical experimentation that suggests a flexible use of educational settings.