If you have a child going to secondary school in September then you’ll suddenly become aware of how inadequate the space in your child’s bedroom is. Homework can be pretty intense at secondary school – it’s no longer wise for them to revise their spellings in front of CBBC. They need a space that is quiet and uncluttered for them to revise and study. They’ll also need room for all those library books they’ll be taking out, school text books and stationery.
So give your child the best start in their high school this year and get their room kitted out with these great desk and workstation ideas that are ideal for encouraging study and enhancing concentration. Comfortable, stylish and practical these desks will help transform their rooms into ideal study pods!
This children’s desk set from GLTC is ideal for those struggling for room in small, cramped bedrooms. The bureau is perfectly designed to take up less space than an ordinary desk but is no less practical. The drawers and shelves are great for storage without taking up writing space and the swivel chair fits snugly underneath. Suitable for both boys and girls this is an ideal, practical solution for smaller rooms that helps remove clutter and enhance the space available.
Now I must admit, I am in love with this pinboard kids desk, also from GLTC. I love the natural wood look and traditional school design that surely must get your child in the mood to study. It has a very practical pinboard back for all those important notes and reminders, as well as photos and messages from mum and dad about doing homework on time! It’s ideal for laptops or desk lamps too as it has an ingenious hidden opening at the back for unsightly cables. A shelf stores all those essential stationery items and a spacious drawer keeps books and paper out of the way. It’s elegant, natural, good looking and extremely practical.
The Noah desk from Feather & Black is a fashionable ivory painted number made from poplar wood with dove-tailed drawers so you know it will last. With rounded edges and corners this is a quality child-friendly desk that will get many years of use.
The Oxford desk from GLTC has a simple uncomplicaed yet sturdy design with a large storage compartment and handy drawer. This is a desk that’s ideal for a a youngster but will last through to their teens.
The Loft Desk Reborn from John Lewis is a contemporary take on their best selling traditional loft style desk with coloured compartments that will encourage them to organise all that clutter. Made from solid oak and veneered panels the desk also has a tough lacquer finish so will stay looking good for years to come.
Another desk ideal for where space is tight, the Wimbledon from John Lewis has an elegant compact design with a pull-out keyboard trolley with a built-in drawer. The filing hutch is the ideal desk top organiser. Made from solid rubberwood and poplar veneer panels.
If you’re looking a for a traditional style kid’s desk then the Craftsman Academy Junior is a solid wood desk and chair with a handy shelf and slide-out drawer providing ample storage for pens and paper – from amazon.co.uk
John Lewis also do a version of this desk and chair made from solid pine with rounded corners. The lid opens to reveal a spacious storage space and has a safety hinge to prevent it slamming shut. And, just like the old school desk you remember, there is a grooved recess for pens and pencils.
Alternatively you could opt for this classic school desk from Toys-R-Us with a sloped top and hinged lid.
There is no shortage of budget desk options available these days but just because you want to save money doesn’t mean you should compromise on quality. The Academy desk from John Lewis is a simple style white desk that will suit many a kid’s bedroom with three handy storage drawers to help them keep a little order in their busy lives.
This fun junior desk from Vertbaudet is ideal for very young kids who will love the whimsical, safari style design. With a large desk-top and handy storage in the side this makes a great play table which will also make a perfect starter desk later on. There is also a funky giraffe style chair you can buy to match.
Another fun junior desk, this time from Millhouse, with a large format top which junior artists will appreciate. When not in use this desk also doubles has a handy storage box so makes a great space saving solution as well.
Dragging kids away from the television and playstations to do homework is always going to be a battle, but with these innovative desks and workstations you can at least ensure they have a space that encourages learning and that is comfortable and stylish. It work turn them into geniuses but it might help!
