A permanent purpose built ‘classroom’ outside the school buildings gives teachers somewhere to teach in a more relaxed and informal atmosphere, somewhere to go on the spur of the moment as well as at set times, such as Herringham Primary School (right).

Just as importantly the design gives a place to for the kids to explore during break time, eat lunch or study and can also be used by out of school clubs and during school/community days.  How about sitting the classroom where the parents meet, great place to display kids work to your ‘captive’ audience.

It provides a focal point to display the school's environmental credentials.