Outdoor Classrooms

Outdoor learning isn’t just a nice-to-have — it’s an essential part of a balanced, modern education. More and more schools across the UK are turning to outdoor classrooms as a way to create engaging, flexible learning environments that work in every season.

At Fawns, we’re proud to be one of the leading providers of outdoor classrooms and school outdoor learning spaces, supporting thousands of schools in making the most of their outdoor potential.

All-weather learning, all year round

The British weather might be unpredictable, but your teaching spaces don’t have to be.

Our outdoor classrooms are built for durability, featuring outdoor canopies that withstand extreme winds, rain, and sun. Whether it’s April showers or a July heatwave, our shelters provide a safe, dry and comfortable learning space that helps you take teaching outdoors — no matter the forecast.

Want to hold circle time outside? Need an extra base for small group reading? Looking to explore nature as part of your science or EYFS curriculum? Outdoor classrooms offer a reliable, weatherproof solution for outdoor learning.

Free Flow Learning for Early Years

Our free flow play shelters are especially popular with schools looking to improve their EYFS outdoor provision. These clever shelters create seamless transitions between indoor and outdoor spaces, supporting continuous provision and child-led exploration.

Free flow setups help children feel more independent, curious, and calm — while making supervision simpler for staff. Plus, they’re ideal for meeting the requirements of the school outdoor learning curriculum and offer a natural way to introduce outdoor learning from the very beginning.

Not just a shelter - a whole new space

One of the best things about outdoor classrooms is their versatility. While they’re perfect for teaching, they also provide space for:

• Quiet reading corners
• Outdoor small group interventions
• Lunch or snack breaks
• First aid or cool-down areas during breaktime
• Outdoor performances and assemblies

By using our outdoor canopies and sun shade sail canopies creatively, schools can relieve pressure on indoor spaces and create new zones for wellbeing, wraparound care, or even staff meetings.

Whether your need is educational, pastoral or practical — a Fawns outdoor classroom can support it.

Why choose Fawns?

At Fawns, we don’t just deliver a product — we deliver a complete solution. Our team works with schools of all sizes and settings, including mainstream, nursery and SEND-specific environments, to design outdoor classrooms that truly support your teaching and learning goals.

Get in touch for more information about any of the products you see today. If you're from a nursery or SEND setting, check out your sector-specific pages to see how we can support your unique needs.