Exploring Soft Seating for Schools

“A Seat of the Imagination”

We all probably have memories of those rigid, hard-backed chairs that our teachers believed would help us pay attention, or those awkward stools in science class that we were too short for one day and too tall the next – thankfully however, these days are past, and the age of innovative soft seating for kids is very much in full sway. From kids’ beanbags and animal cushions through to much more abstract pieces, these soft seating options help to create a quirky, exciting space, and demonstrate that learning and fun don’t have to be mutually exclusive.

Full of Beans

Kids’ beanbags are the perfect way to compliment a quiet play area or even a dedicated reading corner. Typically available in a range of fabric and faux-leather options, beanbags help teachers to create a novel learning environment that differs heavily from the formality of the conventional classroom situation. By moving temporarily away from the traditional classroom tables and chairs setup (one that is traditionally associated with work and discipline) teachers can help children to engage socially and playfully with others; remember that the development of close bonds and social functions is an important aspect of primary education. Children are able to move beanbags around easily, forming close social groups and discussions around books that they’ve read, or even problems they need to work collaboratively to solve.

Abstract Ideas

When it comes to soft seating for schools and nurseries, however, kids’ beanbags are just the tip of the iceberg. Edusentials offer a diverse array of vibrant, unconventional soft seating pieces that positively embody creativity and flair, helping in turn to inspire these traits in your students themselves. The M-Link range offers a fresh, almost subversive approach to stackable seating, drawing together a range of vividly coloured, hard-wearing units that can be stored easily and compactly for additional convenience. Pieces such as these can help to transform a space, injecting a much-needed sense of fun and adventure into a bland classroom environment. If you require practicality and longevity infused with a spark of imagination, then look no further than our stand out foam range, a stunning choice of soft seating for children that amply delivers all three. Children can get back to nature, or launch intrepid adventures under the sea with these dynamic themed ranges, all of which are safe and hard-wearing by design.

Soften Up

We’re not claiming that soft seating options are for all classrooms, or that kids should learn maths and science whilst sitting on beanbags, however when employed correctly, these items can help turn existing spaces into dynamic, fun settings for social interaction and imaginative play. Readily available in a selection of quantities to suit your budget and layout, our soft seating products are the perfect way for schools and nurseries to set about transforming their spaces and embracing a new approach to education.

Originally written 16 March 2016