Fitting out Specialist Classrooms with Paper Plus

Renovating any classroom is a daunting task, but this can be an especially big challenge when it’s a specialist classroom or space. These kinds of classrooms tend to require more planning and thought in the initial stages. As well as careful consideration of budget and space.

What Kinds of Classrooms Require a ‘Specialist’ setup?

All high and secondary schools will have some kind of specialist classroom set up. Whether this is a food tech classroom, a science lab, an art and design studio, or a computer classroom. Each of these teaching environments requires specialist tables, chairs, and fittings.

However, it’s not just classrooms that require extra planning when it comes to refurbishments. Toilets and study spaces also have a limited amount of space and to function effectively need careful planning.

Considerations for Designing a Food Tech Classroom

Probably the most specialist kind of classroom, as food tech spaces have to incorporate cookers, hobs, sinks, and other ‘home economic’ equipment. At Paper Plus, we offer a wide range of durable materials and finishes which are great for food tech classrooms. Ensuring that for years to come, students can complete their work in a modern and well-kept environment.

Whilst every food tech classroom design project is unique, we offer some core fittings and fixtures which are suitable for most spaces. Ingredients storage units, fully integrated appliances, extraction units, and even warming draws are available.

We offer a wide range of colours, materials, and finishes for our units and flooring. This allows you to have complete control over the design of your food tech classroom. We can create a design that will work in any space.

Considerations for Designing a Science Lab

In science laboratories, desks need to be higher to allow students to work whilst standing. This is a safety precaution that allows students to move out of the way should a chemical accident happen.

As well as tall desks and chairs, most science labs require a large amount of storage space for experiment equipment. They also need to have electric points at workspaces, as well as gas taps and sinks.

Our wide range of laboratory options at Paper Plus allows you to tailor your science lab to your needs. Whether it’s blackout blinds for experiments, built-in cupboards, power bars, or even toxic cabinets.

Consideration for Designing an IT Lab or Computer Classroom

Usually, IT labs or computer rooms require a different setup from a conventional classroom. As every desk space needs to house a monitor, space for a desk chair, and access to electricity. This normally means that desks tend to go around the perimeter of a classroom, but we’ve also completed projects where IT labs follow a more conventional classroom layout.

However you’d like your computer classroom to look, we have a range of materials and colours for you to design your space how you’d like.

Considerations for Designing Washroom Facilities

Students should feel comfortable and safe in every single area of a school. With washroom facilities no exception to this. They should also be durable, easy to keep clean, and provide students with all the facilities they need. Toilet cubicles, sinks, soap dispensers, and hand dryers are staples.

With a washroom design project at Paper Plus, you can choose your colours and materials to make your space unique. All of our options allow you to make a private and durable washroom that works for all students.

Other Designed and Installed Areas for your School

At Paper Plus, we specialise in supporting schools in designing and creating a classroom that meets their needs. Working alongside you, understanding your budget, space, and desired outcome aids us in suggesting efficient classroom furniture options.

We’re also able to create bespoke designs for other areas in and around your school, which include:

• Cloakrooms or changing rooms
• Libraries
• Reception areas
• Staff Rooms
• Tea points/ small kitchens
• Meeting rooms
• Outdoor spaces and play areas

Contact Us

If you’d like more information on how we can support you in designing and installing a specialist space for your school, please get in touch with our team. Call us at 01444 238 050 or email us at sales@paperplusuk.com