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Heritage Collegiate Institute
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Uploaded: 30th Aug 2014 at 1:28 AM
As I adore the architecture of heritage/historical buildings, I decided to try my hand with this one. It has meaning for me as my youngest attended this school a few years ago. And no, I'm not that old!! LOL This is a re-creation of the real world school.
The history of this building: It was constructed as a high school between 1906/1907. It functioned in this capacity until 1974 when it was converted to an elementary school. It is still in use today which made it all the more interesting for me. The architecture is a Georgian/Italianate style which is fun to capture in the game!
The game build includes classrooms for different grades, a music class, art class, science lab, kindergarten class, main office, cafeteria, library, playground, soccer pitch, and of course the all-important underground rabbithole.
This school was built for storytelling appeal as well as being game functional. It also replaced the horrid school in Appaloosa Plains!
It has been fully play tested but if you find something I missed, please comment and let me know
Lot was made with one item of custom content, the blackboards. This is included but the link is also below.
Store items used:
Learn your Sim-E-Zees - Free
Sizzle Baby Pro Deep Fryer
Rim Rockin’ Basketball Hoop
Souped Up Napkin Holder
Le Cirque Esprit- Perfect Pony Carousel Spring Rider
Let the Sunshine in Window
Fantasy Activity Table
Smooth Cruise
Expansion/Stuff Packs: Pets, University Life, World Adventures, Late Night, Ambitions, Seasons, Generations, and Outdoor Living.
I hope you enjoy it as much as I did creating it!
Lot Size: 64x62
Lot Price: 234000
Custom Content Included:
- Blackboard by Around the Sims 3

The history of this building: It was constructed as a high school between 1906/1907. It functioned in this capacity until 1974 when it was converted to an elementary school. It is still in use today which made it all the more interesting for me. The architecture is a Georgian/Italianate style which is fun to capture in the game!

The game build includes classrooms for different grades, a music class, art class, science lab, kindergarten class, main office, cafeteria, library, playground, soccer pitch, and of course the all-important underground rabbithole.

This school was built for storytelling appeal as well as being game functional. It also replaced the horrid school in Appaloosa Plains!
It has been fully play tested but if you find something I missed, please comment and let me know

Lot was made with one item of custom content, the blackboards. This is included but the link is also below.
Store items used:
Learn your Sim-E-Zees - Free
Sizzle Baby Pro Deep Fryer
Rim Rockin’ Basketball Hoop
Souped Up Napkin Holder
Le Cirque Esprit- Perfect Pony Carousel Spring Rider
Let the Sunshine in Window
Fantasy Activity Table
Smooth Cruise
Expansion/Stuff Packs: Pets, University Life, World Adventures, Late Night, Ambitions, Seasons, Generations, and Outdoor Living.
I hope you enjoy it as much as I did creating it!

Lot Size: 64x62
Lot Price: 234000
Custom Content Included:
- Blackboard by Around the Sims 3
Filename | Size | Downloads | Date | |||||
Collegiate Institute.zip
| Re-creation of a real-world heritage school building.
Size: 4.81 MB · Downloads: 1,153 · 30th Aug 2014 |
4.81 MB | 1,153 | 30th Aug 2014 | |||||
For a detailed look at individual files, see the Information tab. |
Key:
- - File was updated after upload was posted
Install Instructions
Quick Guide:
1. Click the file listed on the Files tab to download the file to your computer.
2. Extract the zip, rar, or 7z file.
2. Select the .sims3pack file you got from extracting.
3. Cut and paste it into your Documents\Electronic Arts\The Sims 3\Downloads folder. If you do not have this folder yet, it is recommended that you open the game and then close it again so that this folder will be automatically created. Then you can place the .sims3pack into your Downloads folder.
5. Load the game's Launcher, and click on the Downloads tab. Select the house icon, find the lot in the list, and tick the box next to it. Then press the Install button below the list.
6. Wait for the installer to load, and it will install the lot to the game. You will get a message letting you know when it's done.
7. Run the game, and find your lot in Edit Town, in the premade lots bin.
Extracting from RAR, ZIP, or 7z: You will need a special program for this. For Windows, we recommend 7-Zip and for Mac OSX, we recommend Keka. Both are free and safe to use.
Need more help?
If you need more info, see Game Help:Installing TS3 Packswiki for a full, detailed step-by-step guide!
1. Click the file listed on the Files tab to download the file to your computer.
2. Extract the zip, rar, or 7z file.
2. Select the .sims3pack file you got from extracting.
3. Cut and paste it into your Documents\Electronic Arts\The Sims 3\Downloads folder. If you do not have this folder yet, it is recommended that you open the game and then close it again so that this folder will be automatically created. Then you can place the .sims3pack into your Downloads folder.
5. Load the game's Launcher, and click on the Downloads tab. Select the house icon, find the lot in the list, and tick the box next to it. Then press the Install button below the list.
6. Wait for the installer to load, and it will install the lot to the game. You will get a message letting you know when it's done.
7. Run the game, and find your lot in Edit Town, in the premade lots bin.
Extracting from RAR, ZIP, or 7z: You will need a special program for this. For Windows, we recommend 7-Zip and for Mac OSX, we recommend Keka. Both are free and safe to use.
Need more help?
If you need more info, see Game Help:Installing TS3 Packswiki for a full, detailed step-by-step guide!
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Other Information
Number of bedrooms:
– Not Applicable
: For Commercial Lots
Custom Content Included:
– Build and Buy Mode Content
: Furniture, decorations, etc.
Furnishings:
– Fully Furnished
: Lot is completely decked out in furnishings
Special Flags:
– Not Applicable
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Stuff you may or may not want to know!
I grew up in northern British Columbia with my Dad and a German Shepherd named Misty.
I love building but alas....anything complicated such as a mansion or castle just isn't in my repertoire LOL I'm more akin to starters, re-creating real world buildings and my ultimate favorites would be cabins and run-down, rat-infested hovels and worn out lots.
All of my lots are created without custom content, but I do use some store items. All information will be included in the description.
I love sharing my creations and I hope you enjoy them as much. I only ask that you do not re-upload or take credit for any work I've done. Thanks for your co-operation!
Update: **I'm running on a nice new M1 iMac, and having encountered the same glitches others playing 64-bit Sims 3 players are running into, I'm building lots that are compatible with both 32 and 64 bit systems. Especially avoiding the red screen of graphic unhappiness. Happy Simming!
I love building but alas....anything complicated such as a mansion or castle just isn't in my repertoire LOL I'm more akin to starters, re-creating real world buildings and my ultimate favorites would be cabins and run-down, rat-infested hovels and worn out lots.
All of my lots are created without custom content, but I do use some store items. All information will be included in the description.
I love sharing my creations and I hope you enjoy them as much. I only ask that you do not re-upload or take credit for any work I've done. Thanks for your co-operation!
Update: **I'm running on a nice new M1 iMac, and having encountered the same glitches others playing 64-bit Sims 3 players are running into, I'm building lots that are compatible with both 32 and 64 bit systems. Especially avoiding the red screen of graphic unhappiness. Happy Simming!