Kinnarps Classroom By

Ideas for three ideal classrooms

Through research, contact with teachers and other experts in the school world, as well as through our own experience, we know that children and young people learn in different ways. Some need peace and quiet, while others need the possibility for movement. In an inclusive learning environment, there is a variety of furnishings that support both individual and collaborative work. Students choose their space based on the task at hand, feel included and can develop on their own terms. By increasing knowledge of how the physical environment can promote goals, new learning environments can be built to support the work of teachers.

To learn how the physical environment affects learning, we contacted learning environment experts. They were tasked with drawing their ideal classroom and to argue their reasoning when it came to the interior design. We hope this will inspire you to consider how, by using different types of furnishing, you can support students with different needs and give them the best possible opportunities to learn. Some perspectives are recurring as individualised, active, holistic, security, overview and movement.