Schools and ELC’s
LYNDALE GREENS PRIMARY SCHOOL: LANDSCAPING, BASKETBALL COURT AND RUNNING TRACK
Testimonial: Victoria Golding, Principal had this to say: ”” We created a range of spaces to cater for the various needs and interests of our students. The greatest benefit is the fact that children have increased play areas which encourage children to engage in more creative play… it is about catering for students’ academically and physically. I found the company to be very helpful and professional when dealing with our school community. I was very pleased with the professionalism of the ‘tradies’ and of the consultant who listened to what we wanted to achieve for our school. ”” View Case Study: Lyndale Greens Primary School
WALLARANO PRIMARY SCHOOL: GECKOPAVE®, ACRYLIC COURTS AND PLAYGROUND
Testimonial: Paul Garden, Assistant Principal had this to say: ”Due to building works, our existing asphalt courts were fast becoming an eyesore and dangerous for children’s sport and use. Our Principal, David Duff saw GeckoPave® at Boronia Heights Primary School and believed it could be the solution we needed, so we made some enquiries… We believe that GeckoPave® was the best, cost effective solution to our tired old asphalt and provides a colourful, safe, non-slip surface on which our students can enjoy their physical education, sport and play activities.” View Case Study: Wallarano Primary School
LYNBROOK PRIMARY SCHOOL: PLAYGROUND AND LANDSCAPE AREA
Testimonial: Graeme Vance the School’s Leading Teacher said; ”Gecko has turned our eye sore into an attractive and functional area. The results are impressive and are better than I expected . . . the quality of the grass looks great. Gecko’s approach was very professional and we were always kept informed of the progress. I would certainly recommend Gecko to anyone in the future and in fact they’re back now doing more work”. View Case Study: Lynbrook Primary School
SHELFORD GIRLS GRAMMAR: GECKOCUSHION® ACRYLIC COURTS
Testimonial: Shane Farley, Property Manager had this to say: ”We were unhappy with the asphalt court and wanted a more appealing surface. Gecko was easy to work with and nothing was too much of a problem and our consultant and installation team were fantastic! Overall, the service, delivery and followup have been excellent and we would recommend Gecko to anyone…. they only have to come and look at the finished product to see – a job well done!” View Case Study: Shelford Girls Grammar
CAIRNLEA PARK PRIMARY SCHOOL: MULTIPLE RECREATION AREAS
Testimonial: Mark Mills, Assistant School Principal had this to say: ”The playground area was just not ‘kid friendly’. It was dusty and dirty and nothing grew. We were having issues with the students throwing stones but since installing the new grass, there are no stones and so this is no longer a problem. Gecko was great and they knew their product which gave us confidence and this is really important!” View Case Study: Cairnlea Park Primary School
DEER PARK WEST PRIMARY SCHOOL: MULTI-SPORTS AREA AND SOCCER FIELD
Testimonial: Principal, Bill Gilpin and Vice Principal Val Smith had this to say; ”We had Gecko install our new synthetic grass areas. From the word go Gecko was extremely easy to work with, polite and kept us informed. It just felt right working with them and consequently the project was completed with ease. Extremely helpful company and we’re very happy with the installation. They provide a great service and backup and would certainly use again”. View Case Study: Deer Park West Primary School
LINDISFARNE PRIMARY SCHOOL: GECKOPAVE® ACRYLIC COURTS
Testimonial: Wes Beattie School Principal had this to say; ”Gecko was a very thorough and professional company to deal with .. . From the word go they kept us informed of the project progress and it all was straight forward. The project outcome was absolutely as expected and Gecko went the extra mile by inserting the school logo on the court which was a special surprise. Everyone loves the new area and when it was first opened the children ran on it, jumped up and down and it was like a carnival. I would absolutely recommend Gecko to anyone. Their reliability and cleanliness was fantastic and they were always considerate of the children”. View Case Study: Lindisfarne Primary School
NAR NAR GOON PRIMARY SCHOOL: LANDSCAPE AND SOFT-FALL PLAYGROUND SYSTEM™
Testimonial: Jay Stent School Principal had this to say; ”Gecko was employed not just because the company was local, but it was competitively priced, prompt and able to work with the school to arrive with some relevant designs. I’ve worked with dozens of contractors over the past 2 years and Gecko’s promptness, reliability and professionalism is fantastic. I would highly recommend Gecko to anyone and would be very happy to use their services again on future projects. We found their quotes highly competitive and advice and service professional and focused directly on our needs”. View Case Study: Nar Nar Goon Primary School
THE CURRAJONG SCHOOL: SOFT-FALL PLAYGROUND SYSTEM™
Testimonial: Jenine Pallant, School Principal had this to say: ”We are so pleased we went with Gecko, it was a pleasure to do business with a company with such a high level of professionalism and friendliness. We have seen an improvement in the way our students interact on the playground. The staff enjoy taking class groups outside to do activities and silent reading on the turf which is soft and comfortable. We couldn’t be happier with our consultant, he was wonderful to deal with – very understanding of the timeframe constraints with school holidays. He was great with the communication – we knew what was going to happen and when.” View Case Study: The Currajong School
SOMERSET PRIMARY SCHOOL: GECKO PU-SPORT® INDOOR COURTS
Testimonial: Mat Grining School Vice Principal had this to say; “Gecko was referred to us by our architects and we’re very happy with the outcome. Our main objective was to provide a meeting place within the school that was both functional and impressive. Gecko’s PU-SPORT® surface certainly provided us with the WOW factor that we were looking for and the children couldn’t wait to get onto it. Now that its being used the kids comment on how nice it feels under their feet and they feel confident and safe when they are playing ball sports due greatly to the improved surface”. View Case Study: Somerset Primary School
ST MARY’S PRIMARY SCHOOL YARRAM: PLAYGROUND & MULTI-SPORTS AREA
Testimonial: Di Austen, School Principal has this to say; ”We employed Gecko to install our new synthetic grass areas including around the play equipment. They were able to recommend some different options including soft fall under the grass which not only feels good but looks great. The children love the new areas and are very proud of them. Gecko provides a great service and backup and we are looking to use them again for more areas.” View Case Study: St Marys Primary School Yarram
MORELAND PRIMARY SCHOOL: MULTI-SPORTS PLAY AREA
Testimonial: John Williams, School Principal had this to say; ”Our new sports play area is amazingly positive; they say build it and they all come. Since its completion the kids have always been on it and now they organise their own games. It provides a fantastic environment where the kids work and play together with consideration to one another’s games. I’m astounded that it looks like it’s been there for years, and I’m looking forward to the inter-school sports to show it off. I don’t have one qualm in recommending Gecko to any other person”. View Case Study: Moreland Primary School
FINDON PRIMARY SCHOOL – PASSIVE AREA & SOCCER PITCH
Testimonial: Angelika Ireland School Principal had this to say; ”My experience with Gecko was excellent, they were mindful of student safety and never hesitated to help. Our new soccer ground is fabulous and the passive area with the chessboard is more sensational than I expected . . . The children are excited at break times and run from the classroom to these new areas. This new area links the portables in the top area with the new building and has created a tremendous new space”. View Case Study: Findon Primary School
ST ALOYSIUS COLLEGE – GECKOPAVE® ACRYLIC COURTS
Testimonial: Les Gardner College Business Manager had this to say; “Our new Multi-purpose courts are constantly in use and always have children on the area. I was initially concerned the surface would get damaged with hard shoes and runners picking up stones and transferring them onto the courts . . . but I haven’t seen this. The robust and sturdiness of the surface exceeds my expectations and once you understand the nature of the surface and its benefits there are almost no limitations. It provides all the features needed to support the college’s activities”. View Case Study: St Aloysius College
NEWPORT LAKES PRIMARY SCHOOL: MULTI-PLAY AREA WITH SOCCER LINES
Testimonial: Warren Hales Leading Teacher had this to say; ”I just found the Gecko team to be really, really helpful and nothing was ever too much trouble ! Their experience and recommendations were great and the project outcome was better than expected. The children and parents love it and now use areas like underneath trees that they previously didn’t … and I now have to get the older children to share the area so the smaller kids can get some time on it. Gecko was tremendous to deal with …they were always up front and kept us informed, and worked to the timeline that we had ”. View Case Study: Newport Lakes Primary School
OATLANDS PRIMARY SCHOOL: GECKOPAVE® ACRYLIC COURTS
Testimonial: Stuart Daly school principal had this to say; “Our court area looked old and tired and needed some attention. I spoke with Gecko and we arrived with a solution to resurface the area. Throughout the process Gecko was terrific, they kept me informed and were courteous and very willing to work in with the school. The outcome of our new GeckoPave surface is excellent and looks absolutely fantastic .. . the kids love it and the design has incorporated additional games. I’d have no hesitation in recommending Gecko to anyone.” View Case Study: Oatlands Primary School
BARINGA SPECIAL SCHOOL: GECKOPAVE® ACRYLIC COURTS
Testimonial: Jenny O’Donnell, Acting Principal had this to say: ”The new surface has provided a safety aspect to the area, making division of activity easier as well as providing clear, coloured boundaries for students with sight impairments. Resurfacing was certainly a more cost effective way to preserve the area as opposed to re-asphalting or concreting the space. They promptly replied to any questions we had, kept us informed along the way and met deadlines within the required time-frames. Great service, good product, easy to deal with!” View Case Study: Baringa Special School
FURLONG PARK PRIMARY SCHOOL: PASSIVE AREA AND RUNNING TRACK
Testimonial: Robyn Lawrence, School Principal had this to say; ”Gecko were an extremely personal and professional company to deal with. Throughout the process they were pleasant, informative and respectful to the children. The day we opened up the new area the children went wild and ran and ran and ran. It not only provides a level and safe surface with no trip hazards, but also provides a great space for playing and sitting in groups for communicating. Gecko has truly provided a great surface for the students who are deaf and others who have additional disabilities”. View Case Study: Furlong Park Primary School
MOUNT SCOPUS MEMORIAL COLLEGE: GECKOPAVE® MULTI-PURPOSE ACRYLIC COURTS
Testimonial: Matt Dowlan College Ground Manager had this to say; ” I contacted several businesses to look at resurfacing the area, but none were prepared to commit to the time frame and think outside the square as Gecko did. At the very start Gecko explained to me the exact outcome considering the condition of the courts and we worked well together to draw up a design. The end result is fantastic and the children have their area back and love it! … I can recommend Gecko and I’ve already used them again for other surfacing around the school ”. View Case Study: Mount Scopus Primary School
ST LUKE’S PRIMARY SCHOOL: GAMES AREAS AND RUNNING TRACK
Testimonial: Franca Fedele School Principal had this to say; ”Gecko were really, really great to work with and always kept me informed. They were absolutely wonderful throughout the project and always had concern for the student’s safety. The outcome is better than I expected and the parents are blown away by it. I love watching the kids playing and rolling on the grass… previously this area was a muddy pit. It’s transformed that side of the school which was previously uninviting and an eyesore. I would recommend Gecko to anyone for their surfacing project.” View Case Study: St Lukes Primary School
ST PETER CHANEL PRIMARY SCHOOL:MULTIPLAY AREA WITH RUNNING TRACK
Testimonial: Craig Carlin School Principal had this to say; ”I’m very, very happy with the new surface especially with the difficulties involved, it’s added value to the school and the kids love it! The kids are the one’s that measure it . .. it’s provided a whole new play area they’ve never had before. They create the spaces in new and different ways you wouldn’t have thought, and you see them lying on the grass which they wouldn’t do on bitumen. During the process Gecko always let me know what was going on and if we needed to change things nothing was ever too much trouble. I’d most certainly recommend Gecko to other schools which I already have”. View Case Study: St Peter Chanel Primary School
