School Design and Post-Occupancy Evaluation: Sharjah School Case Study

Abstract

This study applies a customized Post Occupancy Evaluation (POE) to a private school in the UAE, addressing the gap in region-specific evaluation frameworks for educational buildings. A two-part assessment—technical performance analysis and occupant perception surveys—was developed from a targeted literature review. Using base drawing analysis and structured walk-through observations, the study identified design strengths and areas for improvement directly affecting user experience. Outcomes aim to embed POE into facility management practices and provide actionable feedback for the design of future educational facilities in the UAE