We have been working in the education sector since 2004. We have been involved with multi-million pound school building projects and continue to be part of school development programmes. Much like the office environment we have seen the classroom change beyond recognition thanks largely to advances in technology.
So much of our childhood is spent at school and in a classroom. Our school days are our formative years and play an intrinsic part in the growth and development of every child. Of course teaching is key but intelligent choices about learning spaces are important too. The learning environment needs to be one that helps a student thrive! Thus it is essential to understand ways in which we can affect the environment for maximum effect!
Whereas learning used to be concentrated in the classroom now the entire school is one big learning environment. The key word is ‘collaborative’. Where we used to strive for quiet in the classroom nowadays a vibrant, noisy engagement in learning is encouraged. Rather than pupils being sat at assigned desks you are just as likely to see then sprawled in groups on the floor – learning collaboratively has been proven to encourage creativity.
Many of the educational projects that we have been involved with recently have called on us to bring some real creativity into the mix! Functionality and practicality continue to play a key role too but the integration of colourful, quirky furniture and storage solutions create inspirational learning areas or zones. Imaginative use of often ‘dead’ space can deliver much needed additional study space which can be tailored to requirement – reading areas, libraries or group discussion areas. With space always a determinant, the demand for multi-usage areas is also on the increase – we can turn dining halls into sports halls into exam rooms in a matter of minutes!
Whatever your requirement give us a call and set us the challenge! We understand and have a proven track record in the educational sector. Whatever your budget and time frame we are sure that we can deliver!
