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Creating an Inspiring Outdoor learning Area Under Your Canopy

Creating an Inspiring Outdoor learning Area Under Your Canopy

A canopy provides a dry, shaded space that can be used for a multitude of purposes, from a relaxing spot to enjoy a meal or drink in a restaurant or park to a sheltered outdoor learning area where children can be taught in a more informal setting without concerns over the weather.

For early years and primary school settings, creating an environment that is both colourful and stimulating is essential to foster a love of learning. Below are our top tips for designing an inspiring outdoor learning area under your school canopy:

Bring the Classroom Outside

With the cover provided by a canopy, you can relocate classroom furniture outdoors for the day. This not only gives children a fresh environment in which to learn but also revitalises their daily routine with a breath of fresh air.

Incorporate Fun Seating

Enhance your space by adding picnic tables and benches to encourage outdoor breaks. Creative seating options—such as mushroom or flower-shaped seats—can also transform the area into an imaginative storytelling corner.

Embrace Natural Elements

Utilise free resources from nature, such as twigs, leaves, and pine cones, in art lessons or as a catalyst for imaginative play. These natural materials can spark creativity and offer endless possibilities.

Add a Splash of Colour

Ensure your outdoor space remains vibrant all year by incorporating bunting or banners into your canopy design. Our Rainbow Package includes a colourful bunting banner available in various schemes, posts customisable to any RAL colour, and a set of vibrant post pads to complement your design perfectly. The Rainbow Package can be ordered with your canopy installation or retrofitted later, providing flexibility to enhance your outdoor area as desired.

Discover more about our canopy solutions and the Rainbow Package by downloading our brochure today. Click the image below to get started.

Able Canopies Ltd. design, manufacture and install commercial grade canopies, shade sails,
awnings and shelters across the UK. We specialise in servicing the education, leisure,
healthcare and retail sectors and have extensive experience working with
schools, councils, architects and contracting firms.
For more information on our products and services please contact us

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