A recent study as part of the Holistic Evidence & Design project found that well-designed primary schools boost children’s academic performance, with differences in classroom characteristics accounting for 16% of progress in reading, writing and maths over the course of a year. It is therefore vital that colour and design are carefully considered.
It’s also important to remember that not every child is the same, and some have different behavioural and educational needs to others, so making sure classroom designs cater for a broad spectrum of needs is crucial.
Zoning for education spaces
A good way of making sure most needs are catered for is by separating a room into zones. For instance, implementing a welcome zone with warm tones like soft greens and blues can help anxious students immediately feel at ease when entering the space. Whilst using colours like vibrant oranges or lively yellows in a play or activity zone can inspire imagination and engagement. Additionally, painting the teaching wall in a stronger colour to the main walls can help draw the students’ attention and boost focus.
Find out more
Dulux Trade and Dulux Decorator Centre offer a wide range of assets to support architects and specifiers design education spaces.
The Dulux Decorator Centre specification hub is your one-stop-shop for advice on the right products, colours and colour placement in this sector. From there you can download the Education Specifier Guide, and read the Firwood High School case study. To find out more about products like Dulux Trade Scuffshield Matt, and Dulux Trade Airsure Vinyl Matt that are ideal for use in education settings visit the Dulux Trade Paint Expert website.
The Dulux Trade Commercial Colour Service Consultants are also on hand to support. With years of specification experience across a range of sectors and commercial environments, the team can help you create beautiful and functional spaces, designed around the needs of the occupants.
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