A classroom with flexible seating looks different from a traditional classroom that uses only desks and chairs.  Items such as pillows, stools, standing tables, floor mats and rugs, etc. are available to allow students options for where they can best work and learn.  The aim of flexible seating is to offer students choice and control.  It helps children to find a type of seating that allows them to achieve their best learning.  Their best learning spot may change throughout the day based on their needs or the work they are engaged with.  Students have the flexibility to change spots when necessary.

Some benefits to flexible seating include:

• empowering children

• involving students in learning decisions

• increasing student engagement with tasks

• preparing children for real world diverse work environments