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PHYSICAL LEARNING SPACE, the physical characteristics of primary schools…

- - - - Large glazing is welcomed when it is towards the North, East or West
      - Big window opening sizes and at different levels
      - A door directly towards an external play area can give pupils easy access to nature.
    - - Views to the outside from the corridor can improve pupils’ orientation around the school.
      - A big wall area for display is desirable
    - - Light walls with a feature wall, highlighted in a brighter colour, create an appropriate level of stimulation.
      - Choices in the shape and form of the classroom floor plan can be used to create visual interest.
  - - - changing the layout of the room
      - colour of the walls
      - the choices of display
    - - A typical classroom with thirty pupils will normally need active ventilation within a 1 hour lesson
      - Views through windows of green areas, thought to be of benefit, can be hindered by occlusion by window displays and furniture.
      - Careful siting of high power projector to minimise need to close blinds.
    - - Younger pupils need several well-defined zones for play-based
        learning activities.
      - A classroom that includes pupil-created work in displays will provide
        a sense of ownership.
      - Quality ergonomic furniture and equipment can be used to create a child centred space.
    - - A balance between a space that is too boring and too complex is needed while considering the functionality of the space.
      - Bright colours on furnishings, e.g. floors/carpets, shading coverings, desk and chairs can be introduced as accents to the overall environment.