Room Arrangement

My Pre-K Classroom Arrangement

When planning for my future classroom, I want to make sure that I take into account all of the different components involved.  After all, room arrangement goes beyond getting the classroom ready for children.  It sets the stage, so to speak, for all that goes on as children come together to learn and play.  The teacher is there to guide and facilitate, and good room arrangement can make a big difference. I want to provide my students with a safe learning environment that is conducive to learning.  Below is an example of a classroom layout that I would choose.  It provides plenty of space for centers, tables and chairs, carpet area, storage, and still has room left over for children to move about easily.  The children would be able to use the in-class bathrooms rather than wondering down the hall somewhere.  It also has two exits on opposite sides of the room, which I prefer for safety reasons.  Although it is just a blueprint for the layout, it seems quite warm and cozy, yet airy and spacious. Having plenty of space for students to maneuver is very important, especially for those who are disabled in some way.

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I feel like the seating arrangement for any classroom should be some type of cluster seating so that students are able to collaborate and form a sense of community.  This is important for the student's overall sense of security and belonging.

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(image found on google images)

My classroom will have multiple centers for the students to discover, pretend play, and extend in-class learning experiences. I want my students to feel safe and secure, but also challenged and ready to explore. Centers such as art, dramatic play, sensory, fine motor, science and math, reading,writing, listening, computers, blocks, and housekeeping are all essential for a quality care experience.  I would like to incorporate a sand and water table as well.  Children in this age group require multiple means of stimulation in order to grow and be fully engaged in learning.  It's also very important for all centers and supplies to be organized and labeled in both English and Spanish to accommodate ELL students, and so that the children can have a sense of independence when rotating centers.  This  provides them with the opportunity for self-regulation as well.
                            

 A well decorated classroom is important to me also.  Not only will I feel a sense of pride and comfort, but my students will also.  I want to have a classroom that my students will feel good about bringing their families into, helping to create strong parent/teacher bonds.  While I like several different themes that I have seen available for decor, the one that follows is one of my favorites.