5 considerations when choosing school furniture for a modern classroom
- adrienne wai
- May 19, 2023
- 2 min read
As the current school year winds down, we look ahead to helping educators look for ways to improve the learning environment for their students. We know that educators are always looking for ways to improve their learning environments for their students, and the best place to start is by choosing the right furniture for your needs.
Here are five key considerations to keep in mind as you look to build your new modern classroom:
1. Ergonomics:
Students spend the bulk of their time at their desks, and it’s essential to choose comfortable furniture that promotes good posture, which helps to improve their overall physical health and cognitive function. Our favourite ergonomic products include:

Sebel Postura+ Chairs:
Ergonomically designed seating features a contoured seat and backrest, promoting good posture and comfort.

Harvestlink’s adjustable tables:
Students can adjust the table to their comfort level with its adjustable heights.
2. Flexibility and Adaptability
A flexible learning environment is a popular trend within modern education techniques. Educators now look for furniture that can be adaptable and easily reconfigured to meet the needs of different teaching styles and activities. Here are some solutions that are easy to reconfigure within the classroom:

Sebel’s Postura+ Chair and Twist ‘n’ lock tables:
Moving from a singular learning space to a collaborative one has never been easier! With the light Postura+ chairs and Sebel’s table on wheels, reconfiguring a class is a breeze.

Plycollections’ Zesty chairs:
Available in many colours to help bring some fun into the classroom, these chairs are easily stackable due to their lightweight frame, quickly clearing the classroom space for bigger adventures.
3. Functionality and Storage
Now more than ever, students require different materials, technology, and tools to learn. From iPads to art supplies to textbooks, students need functional furniture that provides ample storage. Why not try products like:

Sebel's organized tote storage
The storage range features a colourful and practical way to organize classroom materials.

Sebel’s Mobile teachers’ station:
Let’s not forget about our teachers! This station provides storage space and functionality all in one.
4. Safety and Durability
Staying safe in school doesn't have to cost an arm and a leg, but it might cost you around the same as a few pencils or textbooks. The safety of the students is always important and classroom furniture also needs to be durable enough to stand up to daily use. Here are some of our favourites:

Safehook Y hook:
With its anti-microbial additives and no sharp edges or corners, the Y Hook is a safe option and durable for any classroom or common area within your school.

Ecoglo Luminious Contrast strip:
The contrast strips provide visibility in all lighting conditions and help your students find their way safely in any situation.
5. Sustainable Design
Designing a beautiful and aesthetically pleasing classroom promotes a positive learning environment. While we help foster and build the next generation, schools are also responsible for caring for the world around us. Schools can help create a sense of community through sustainable classrooms by teaching students to develop eco-friendly practices and reduce waste. Each of our partnered brands works towards reducing their impact on the earth through sourcing timber from sustainable forestry organizations to recycling and upcycling their materials wherever possible.
Ready to start your next project? Let us help you choose the right school furniture to fit your modern classroom needs!
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