Early Childhood & John L. Santikos Micronaut Centers

This building at San Antonio College (SAC) brings together two cherished programs: The Early Childhood Center (ECC) and John L. Santikos Micronaut Center (Micronauts). The team was challenged to maintain the distinct identities of the programs in a single, cohesive building.

The ECC serves infants through Pre-K as a childcare facility for the SAC community. Classrooms are tailored by age and designed to give teachers full visibility at all times. Every classroom has access to a nature-based playground that includes loose parts, risky play, a tricycle path and a mud kitchen.

Micronauts was designed to simulate a space mission for children Pre-K through third grade. Lighting, finishes, and furniture create the experience of traveling to space. The flexible floor plan accommodates various stations to spark children’s interest in STEAM subjects.
Overall, the new building provides vibrant and functional spaces for early childhood education and STEAM-focused activities, fostering a sense of discovery among young learners.

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