Woodlea is set in a beautiful landscape (see description in Section 2A.3). The materials for the building have been carefully chosen. The 'outer crust' of the building is of multi-yellow rough stock bricks while the softer inner areas are timber-framed, with natural timber ceilings, giving a totally different feel. Terracotta floor tiles in classrooms each have themed patterned insets designed by guest artists. High standards of natural lighting have been achieved by means of patent glazed roof lights, clerestorey windows and lanterns. White-painted sloping ceilings reflect daylight into classrooms and uplighters give even, glare-free lighting. Electric lighting is only required on the dullest of days in the main teaching areas and hall.