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Space is one of the biggest challenges schools face. Class sizes grow, needs become more complex, and the main building rarely has spare rooms waiting to be used. That’s why so many schools now choose to add an outdoor classroom: a dedicated, purpose-built space that gives you more room to teach, support and nurture pupils, without the disruption of a major building project.

At Cabins for Schools, we design, manufacture and install bespoke outdoor classrooms that are built specifically for education. We don't believe in a one-size-fits-all solution. Your setting is unique, as are the needs of your staff and students. This is why we offer our lined and insulated outdoor classrooms in virtually any size, and they can be configured to suit your requirements. What's more, we offer a completely free design service and a free site survey, making it easy to visualise your new school room before committing.

Bespoke outdoor classroom designed and installed by Cabins for Schools
Bespoke outdoor classroom designed and installed by Cabins for Schools
Bespoke outdoor classroom designed and installed by Cabins for Schools
Bespoke outdoor classroom designed and installed by Cabins for Schools

What is an Outdoor Classroom?

It's an additional standalone teaching or support space located within the school grounds, the perfect solution for creating space to expand capacity, promote inclusion, and improve access to dedicated, tailored support. Unlike a standard classroom inside the main building, it gives schools a separate, calmer environment that can be used flexibly throughout the day.

Schools, nurseries and other educational settings use outdoor classrooms in lots of different ways, such as for small group work, interventions, nurture sessions, SEND support, reading groups or pastoral support. Because they are separate from the main building, they often feel quieter and more focused, which can make a real difference for children who struggle in busy, noisy environments.

Why Schools and nurseries are choosing outdoor classrooms

Many schools and nurseries come to us because they simply don’t have enough space inside their existing building. Converting offices, libraries or halls usually just moves the problem somewhere else. An outdoor classroom creates new space without taking away from what you already have.

Other schools want a space that feels different to a normal classroom. A separate building can be calmer, more contained and better suited to targeted interventions, nurture groups or SEND provision. It also helps pupils mentally separate “support time” from the rest of the school day.

Our buildings are also much quicker and less disruptive than traditional extensions. There’s no months of builders moving through the school, and in many cases the building can be installed in a matter of days once it’s ready.

The Benefits of Outdoor Classrooms

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Create Extra Space

Space is at a premium for many educational institutions. An additional building maximises the potential of school grounds, creating more opportunities for effective, spacious, and engaging learning experiences.

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Timely & Cost-Effective

Additional learning space without the need for expensive and time-consuming renovations to your main school building. 

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Multifunctional

Highly versatile spaces that can be adapted for a wide range of activities and subjects. They support diverse learning experiences, from science experiments and art projects to reading sessions and physical education.

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Connection to Nature

School outbuildings strengthen students' connections to nature. They provide exposure to natural light, fresh air, and green spaces. This can reduce stress and anxiety, improve mood, and boost cognitive function and focus.

Asfordby Hill Primary School Case Study

  Asfordby Hill Primary School in Melton Mowbray, Leicestershire, chose Cabins for Schools to upgrade their school grounds with a 7m x 4m Eco Classroom with a 3.8m partition. 'The Pod' now provides two functional rooms for a wide variety of learning and support activities. From ELSA support, to music tuition and to Lego therapy sessions, the staff and students at Asfordby Hill enjoy the versatility of their Eco Classroom and have found it to be hugely beneficial for the whole school!  

Create the Learning Space that's Perfect for Your Setting Bespoke School Rooms

We will work with you to create the ideal learning space for your school. We offer our lined and insulated modular school rooms in virtually any size, working in small increments so they're just right for the space available and your intended use.
 
We will be able to find the right combination of design and aesthetics so that your School Building fits seamlessly into your setting. Our versatile construction methods allow us to place windows and doors almost anywhere on your building and our free design service will bring your vision to life with a full set of 3D drawings. 
 

Our Range of Classrooms for Schools and Education

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Outdoor Classrooms with Marley Board Cladding
 
Our Marley board cladded builds are popular among educational settings looking for an additional building which requires zero-maintenance. You'll never need to paint or retreat your building again.
 
Choose from a range of colours to suit your school environment.
 
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Outdoor Classrooms with Cedar Cladding

FSC produced Western Red Cedar Classrooms are visually stunning and provide a contemporary appeal.

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Outdoor Classrooms with Redwood Cladding
 
Our slow-grown Scandinavian Redwood is responsibly sourced from PEFC/FSC certified sustainable reserves.
 
Redwood cladding is an excellent choice due to its natural beauty, durability, and sustainability.

 

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Visit our Cabins for Schools School Room & Sensory Space

Our dual-space classroom building features two inspiring rooms: a Teaching & Learning Space, designed for small group work, interventions, wraparound care and creative sessions, and a Sensory Room, complete with calming lighting, textures and layouts that promote focus, comfort and emotional regulation for pupils with SEND or additional needs. 

A visit to our Cabins for Schools showroom gives you the opportunity to have a free sensory room demonstration, see the quality and craftsmanship of our buildings built for education, talk to our expert team, and explore ideas for your own support space or sensory space project.

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What are these buildings used for?

One of the biggest advantages of an outdoor education building is how flexible it is. Schools use them for:

Small group interventions for maths, English or catch-up sessions

Nurture and SEMH support, providing a calm, safe space away from the main building

SEND provision and specialist support sessions

Forest school and outdoor learning activities

Reading rooms or library spaces

Pastoral support, ELSA sessions and wellbeing work

Staff training or meeting space

Frequently Asked Questions Outdoor Classrooms

What is an outdoor classroom?

An Outdoor Classroom is an additional building detached from the main school build. This means you have the freedom to choose where it’s placed on your school grounds. At Cabins for Schools, we have a range of Outdoor Classrooms and log cabins to suit the needs of your school. Outdoor Classrooms are gaining popularity as an effective and cost-efficient way to supplement the learning space available at schools. They’re also becoming more common due to the unique learning environments they provide. Schools find these spaces to be perfect for libraries, nature learning, and SEND.

How do you set up an outdoor eco classroom?

 Setting up an outdoor classroom couldn’t be easier with Cabins for Schools. From design to installation, our team of experts have your school covered.

We are proud to offer a design and build system for facilities for use in education. When you order your new school room, we will arrange a convenient delivery and installation schedule. We tailor our affordable quotes to your needs. The cost of delivery and fitting depends on the size of your building, where you live, transportation distance, and how many people will be required to set up your school building. 

What makes a great Outdoor Eco Classroom?

This depends on how your school intends to use your outdoor eco classroom or log cabin. We can design and fit great classrooms to suit the needs of your school. Whether you want a spacious cabin which accommodates a class of 30 or a smaller cabin perfect for smaller group work, our experts will work with you to create a fantastic educational space. Some schools create cosy reading nooks with beanbags and blankets, while other schools create music rooms and kit them out with drumkits and keyboards. You can check out some further popular uses here

Here are some general tips for creating a great outdoor eco classroom:

– Comfortable seating and work surfaces for students and teachers

– Weather-resistant, durable materials to withstand outdoor conditions

– Shade structures or canopy to protect from sun and rain

– Storage solutions for educational materials and supplies

– Accessibility features to ensure all students can participate

– Nature-inspired elements, such as plants, gardens, or water features, to enhance the learning environment

– Interactive elements, like whiteboards or chalkboards, for group activities

Can outdoor classrooms support SEND or SEMH interventions?

Absolutely. Outdoor classrooms provide a calm, low-stimulus additional environment away from the busy main classroom, perfect for 1-to-1 interventions, nurture groups, or SEND support sessions. Since our outdoor classrooms are bespoke, they can be tailored to create the ideal space for the needs of your staff and students. 

What are the benefits of learning in an outdoor classroom?

There are so many! Firstly, when students get outside, it’s known to enhance their critical social and emotional learning skills, such as empathy. Also, it has been shown to enhance self-control, having care for others, and independent, self-directed learning. Moreover, time spent in nature helps to develop problem-solving abilities, focus, attention span, and executive function skills. It can bring abstract theories to life and emphasises learning by doing. Importantly, nature-led learning has been shown to result in higher academic achievement, as well as contributing to improved social skills.

Children are more active outdoors. Outdoor play reduces sedentary time, improving health outcomes. Step outside and get fresh air! Not just for the health benefit, but fresh air is great for attention levels too. Additionally, outdoor learning supports mental, physical, nutritional, and emotional health across all age groups and educational needs. Furthermore, nature-based outdoor environments can reduce stress and increase relaxation. 

Green school grounds provide a connection to nature for children in urban communities where this may be less accessible. They lead to better social-emotional outcomes and enhance long-term health. 

Do you need planning permission for an outdoor classroom?

Planning permission requirements for outdoor eco classrooms vary depending on the size, location, and specific regulations in your area. It’s essential to consult your local planning authority to determine whether planning permission is needed for your project. In some cases, outdoor classrooms may fall under permitted development rights, which do not require planning permission.

How much does an outdoor classroom cost?

Since all of our outdoor classrooms are bespoke, the cost varies depending on factors such as size, cladding options, and specifications.

Please request a copy of our pricing guide to see example project prices. This is a great starting point for project feasibility.

We can also provide a bespoke quote, which can also be used for funding applications or grant proposals. Please get in touch with our education building experts who will be happy to support.

Can we get funding for an outdoor classroom?

Yes - many schools use grants and funding to make outdoor classrooms a reality. Funding options include local authority grants, government education grants, forest school funding, and community or charitable schemes.

At Cabins for Schools, we’ve partnered with FundEd, a specialist funding service that helps schools identify and apply for grants for school buildings and outdoor learning spaces. 

We also maintain a dedicated Funding for Schools page, where we regularly post the latest funding opportunities, tips for applying, and practical advice to make the process easier. Whether you’re exploring small grants or larger government schemes, our team can provide tailored support to maximise your chances of securing funding for your new outdoor classroom.

Testimonials Hear from our customers

'The Eco School room is quality beyond belief, we were struck at how beautiful it was on the outside and then we went inside and it went to a whole new level! Can't thank Cabins for Schools enough, absolutely amazing to work with, very professional and amenable to our needs and the needs of our children, would highly recommend.' 

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St Andrew's C of E Primary & Nursery School

Testimonials Hear from our customers

 'We can’t praise enough the whole team at Cabins for Schools. From the planning and designing of our cabin that is bespoke for our school requirements, to the efficient, polite and experienced teams of fitters (completed in less than a week), to the aftercare and attention to detail. Highly recommended.'

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Asfordby Hill Primary School

Testimonials Hear from our customers

'The space that has been provided is invaluable to us as we now have an eco garden surrounding the area so its created greater student interest in the great outdoors, bug hunting, den building, gardening, nature etc. The hut creates a calm dry place for interventions, small class groups and staff who run the eco garden use it for planning of the garden too.  

The install team were brilliant - extremely polite and left the site tidy. Thank you so much!'

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Limehurst Academy

Testimonials Hear from our customers

'The Cabins for Schools team have been very supportive, communication and explanations of the work have been first class. The costs and the support received has been great. We have decided to call the building the book nook and are going to use it as a library and a place for pupils to read in a cosy welcoming environment.'

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Croft Community School

Testimonials Hear from our customers

'I cannot praise Cabins for Schools enough. They offered a personalised design service suited to our school needs, amazing value for money and installed the cabin in just a matter of days working around us and without any fuss.
It has already had such a huge impact on our school and the children accessing the cabin. We can’t thank you enough!'

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Shardlow School

Testimonials Hear from our customers

'We had a fantastic experience with Cabins for Schools and would highly recommend!'

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Kerry Hearsey

Testimonials Hear from our customers

'Anne-Marie was fantastic at showing us all the available styles of cabins which could suit our school and the needs of our pupils. We had secured a Local Government grant to enable us to create more room for outdoor learning and the whole experience with Cabins for Schools has been problem free, which is rare in this day & age. The communication levels have been great from signing our forms, through to installation. The children adore their new cabin which we have called The Hut. We often have reading time in there and it's lovely that all the children can sit around the edge of the cabin on the built-in benches.'

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Sarah Graham

Testimonials Hear from our customers

'We have recently had our beautiful cabin installed at Primrose Hospice in Bromsgrove. We are absolutely delighted with the service we have received as well as the end product.'

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Primrose Hospice

Testimonials Hear from our customers

'What an incredible build! We wanted this cabin specifically to help our children celebrate reading, and this helps to create that snug, warm, fairy-tale, idyllic environment where our children can get cosy with a book and weave in and out of different worlds as they please. Cabins for Schools were an absolute pleasure and delight to work with, and we can't recommend them enough! Very professional and polite, a great project for us all!'

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St Andrew's Primary School

Testimonials Hear from our customers

'Excellent service and support from start to finish. Anne- Marie was very helpful with excellent customer care and patience as we went through the process of getting planning permission (!) and the cabin builders were skilled, professional and impressively weatherproof building our cabin in soggy conditions! The cabin itself is awesome, very impressed. Thank you to the whole team, this cabin will be loved and enjoyed for many years to come 🛖❤️'

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Ruby Cox

Testimonials Hear from our customers

'We are so excited to use our new lodge for Forest Schools and outdoor learning. It will be well utilised as a hub for outdoor learning and we have already held an external visits meeting in there for local colleagues. It is the perfect addition to our extensive grounds and woodland area. We are already getting excited about when we can build the next one!'

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Allesley Primary School

Testimonials Hear from our customers

'Cabins for schools were brilliant to deal with. Right from our first enquiry through to the finish build they were helpful, pleasant and very informative. All the staff were very professional and flexible with school needs. They also helped us to get the best value cabin for the budget we had available. The process of buying a cabin from them was very smooth. We now have a wonderful cabin on our playground which we have called The Hive which is used daily by our SEN staff and children.'

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Park Hill Primary School

Testimonials Hear from our customers

'Your staff have been brilliant each time we have used you. The products are amazing. No complaints from any of our customers. Thank you'

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Testimonials Hear from our customers

'We are absolutely thrilled with the two reading pods you recently installed in our playground at St Marys C of E Primary School, Byfleet. We wanted to express our sincere thanks for the outstanding service and quality throughout the entire process. From the initial planning stages, your communication was exceptional. We particularly appreciated your patience and guidance as we determined the optimal size for our space, and your flexibility in accommodating our request for a second pod when we secured additional funding was fantastic. The installation team was incredibly professional and efficient. They arrived on time as scheduled, worked seamlessly around our school day timings, and completed the setup quickly with minimal disruption. The finished cabins both inside and out look fantastic and have already become a much-loved addition to our school. The cabins are proving to be incredibly popular with our pupils during break and lunchtimes. They offer a welcome respite from the hustle and bustle of the playground, providing a quiet and calming space where children can choose to read, chat with friends, draw, or simply relax. It's wonderful to see them being used in such a variety of ways and we've already noticed a positive impact on the overall playground atmosphere. Thank you again for providing such a positive experience. We would highly recommend Cabins For Schools to any educational institution looking for high-quality outdoor learning spaces.'

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St Marys C of E Primary School Byfleet

Testimonials Hear from our customers

'From the initial stages, Cabins for Schools worked closely with us to deliver our vision, ensuring the project remained within budget without compromising on quality. The team’s dedication meant that the cabin was not only completed on time but was ready to use immediately—a seamless experience from start to finish. The cabin itself has exceeded all expectations. Its quality has stood the test of time through extreme weather conditions, from scorching summers to freezing, wet winters, and it still looks as pristine as it did on the day of installation. The structure has truly proven to be a durable, long-lasting investment. Our woodland cabin has transformed our outdoor area into an incredible extension of the classroom, offering a versatile and inspiring learning environment. It has been the hub of a wide array of activities and events, such as Yoga Classes, Forest Schools, Wellbeing Writing Sessions, Santa’s Grotto at Christmas, and School Community Days, to name just a few. Its charm and functionality have enriched our pupils' learning experiences in countless ways. The "wow" factor of the cabin is undeniable, impressing visitors and sparking joy in everyone who steps inside. We have even had the privilege of sharing this remarkable facility with other schools in our city, particularly those with fewer resources for outdoor education. It has been heartwarming to see the positive impact it has had not only on our own pupils but also on the wider community. We feel incredibly fortunate for the opportunities this cabin has brought our children, enabling them to enjoy the great outdoors every day, regardless of the weather. The cabin is more than just a building—it is an inspiring space that fosters creativity, wellbeing, and connection. Thank you once again for bringing this vision to life. We are proud to showcase our cabin as a testament to the exceptional quality and service provided by Cabins for Schools.'

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Sunnyfields Primary School

Testimonials Hear from our customers

'Our cabin is used for quiet time and reading spaces. It is a very calm and chilled area with coloured lights and heating so this can now be used all year round. Our cabin has a very fairytale feel to it and will also be used this winter for the first time this year as a Santas grotto for the children in the school.'

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Ludlow Junior School

Testimonials Hear from our customers

"Cabins for Schools provided a great service- they were very open to ideas and suggestions, and communicated well throughout. Our new building will be for quiet activities at play and lunch times and used as an outdoor classroom for whole class activities across the curriculum."

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The Alderton Junior School

Testimonials Hear from our customers

"Working with Anne-Marie to discuss the specifics of the building was excellent. Super swift response time. Also, the team that came onsite to build the cabin were fantastic. Super professional but also relaxed at the same time. Our cabin will be used as an emotional literacy space for individuals and groups."

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The Courtyard School

Testimonials Hear from our customers

"We use our Reading Hut for multiple lessons and events from Reading to Small group music lessons and a place where the Children can go and talk either with friends or to members of staff. We also use it around Christmas time as it's a nice space to decorate and invite Santa Claus to come and visit the children during school time and during our Christmas fair which the children love."

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Kentmere Academy & Nursery

Testimonials Hear from our customers

"Our SEND department had identified an outdoor classroom as being beneficial for students with additional needs. From start to finish, the process has been smooth and we look forward to using the cabin."

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Lees Brook Academy

Testimonials Hear from our customers

'The Eco School room is quality beyond belief, we were struck at how beautiful it was on the outside and then we went inside and it went to a whole new level! Can't thank Cabins for Schools enough, absolutely amazing to work with, very professional and amenable to our needs and the needs of our children, would highly recommend.' 

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Miles Newey

 'We can’t praise enough the whole team at Cabins for Schools. From the planning and designing of our cabin that is bespoke for our school requirements, to the efficient, polite and experienced teams of fitters (completed in less than a week), to the aftercare and attention to detail. Highly recommended.'

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Asfordby Hill Primary School

'I cannot praise Cabins for Schools enough. They offered a personalised design service suited to our school needs, amazing value for money and installed the cabin in just a matter of days working around us and without any fuss.
It has already had such a huge impact on our school and the children accessing the cabin. We can’t thank you enough!'

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Shardlow School

'We had a fantastic experience with Cabins for Schools and would highly recommend!'

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Kerry Hearsey

'Anne-Marie was fantastic at showing us all the available styles of cabins which could suit our school and the needs of our pupils. We had secured a Local Government grant to enable us to create more room for outdoor learning and the whole experience with Cabins for Schools has been problem free, which is rare in this day & age. The communication levels have been great from signing our forms, through to installation. The children adore their new cabin which we have called The Hut. We often have reading time in there and it's lovely that all the children can sit around the edge of the cabin on the built-in benches.'

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Sarah Graham

'We have recently had our beautiful cabin installed at Primrose Hospice in Bromsgrove. We are absolutely delighted with the service we have received as well as the end product.'

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Primrose Hospice

'What an incredible build! We wanted this cabin specifically to help our children celebrate reading, and this helps to create that snug, warm, fairy-tale, idyllic environment where our children can get cosy with a book and weave in and out of different worlds as they please. Cabins for Schools were an absolute pleasure and delight to work with, and we can't recommend them enough! Very professional and polite, a great project for us all!'

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St Andrews Primary School

'Excellent service and support from start to finish. Anne- Marie was very helpful with excellent customer care and patience as we went through the process of getting planning permission (!) and the cabin builders were skilled, professional and impressively weatherproof building our cabin in soggy conditions! The cabin itself is awesome, very impressed. Thank you to the whole team, this cabin will be loved and enjoyed for many years to come. 🛖❤️'

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Ruby Cox

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