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A Guide to Classroom Table Leg Heights
Once just a place for small group work, classroom tables are now where students eat, use devices, work on STEM projects, collaborate and more. To choose the right table for your students, height should be one of your first considerations. Table height should be based on the age or grade level of the students. Next, you'll decide if you'd prefer a fixed height table or an adjustable table that can be raised or lowered as needed. Standing height and floor height tables are also an option for reading groups and makerspaces.
Here's a closer look at classroom table height options:
Fixed Height Tables
Once the primary choice available, fixed-height classroom tables are now harder to find. If you choose a fixed-height table, make sure its distance from the floor is appropriate for your students (see chart below). Hardwood classroom tables are the most common fixed-height table style. They're a popular option for preschool and kindergarten environments. Most middle and high school students can comfortably sit at a standard-height table, which is around 30" tall.
Adjustable Height Tables
A more flexible option for growing students, adjustable-height tables usually offer around a ten-inch adjustment range. Most adjust in one-inch increments with pre-drilled leg inserts.
Standing Tables
Perfect for makerspace centers, LEGO play and games, standing tables create a more interactive worksurface. Without chairs, busy students can come and go easily and move around the table's perimeter freely.
Floor Tables
Floor tables provide a more casual and relaxed setting for collaborative learning. Ideal for younger students, the low "coffee table" style helps kids stay engaged in communication. Table heights typically range from 12" to 15" and can be used with or without floor cushions.
When choosing an activity table, keep your students' ages and daily classroom activities in mind. What height will be comfortable for them while sitting or standing? How will the table be used most of the time? If your floorplan allows, a combination of table heights can accommodate a range of learning styles and academic needs.