How to Choose the Seat that’s Just Right

This one is too small; this one is too big – so how do you find the seating that’s just right?  

For little ones and grownups alike, uncomfortable seating can be unfortunate, especially when you need to sit for prolonged periods of time. It is important to find that spot that’s just right – the right amount of wiggle room, the perfect height, and the best position for learning. 

So, how do I find the perfect match when it comes to seating? 

Let’s talk about the basics! 

What seat height is a good match? It depends heavily on the height, weight, and age of the child, but what is equally important is the height of the table. It is also important to keep in mind smaller children like toddlers require less room than older children. We recommend leaving 7-8” of room between the seat height and the table height. We have a chart that is featured below for reference! 

What kind of chair options will work best for me? The ideal look and comfort level are preferences that differ for everyone! Wood chairs and plastic chairs are both great options that feature easy to clean material. Warranty is something to investigate as well, as a 5 to 10-year warranty can provide ease and comfort when your furniture being used by energetic little ones! 

How do I make sure the seat is a comfortable fit? We recommend that the child’s legs can sit comfortably at a 90-degree angle. If stuck between too similar sizes, it is always best to size up to allow for growing room! 

Popular Options: 

Firstly, the Berries by Jonti-Craft are a great option. They are easy to stack, easy to clean and feature chrome or painted legs that look stylish and functionable. They also have tables available to complement each seat height, so they perfectly match. Coming fully assembled, they are an easy, practical, and cute option for childcare centres. These chairs also come in multiple seat height available, from 10”, 12”, 14”, 16” and 18”. Bonus points: Jonti Craft also carries them in seven colours, including navy, red, key lime green, coastal blue, camel, blue and green.  

Jonti- Craft also carries in a wooden highchair version called Charries! These are super convenient for lunch time, featuring BPA- free plastic trays to prevent spilling! they are super easy to clean and made from stain resistant materials. They also come with easy adjustable seat belts, perfect for fast growing little ones!  

Another popular option includes the Value Stack Chair. Simple, durable, and light, featuring fun and bright colours, they are sure to brighten up any room. They are easy to stack and feature protective bottom legs that help prevent sliding and reduce noise, which makes it perfect for larger groups of kids. With five stylish colours to choose from – red, blue, green, cocoa and beige, you are sure to find the right match for your centre! Seat heights are available in 5”, 7”, 9”, 11”, and 13”. 

Finally, we have the classic Classroom Chair. These chairs are very popular and essentially a staple in classrooms everywhere. With different colours but an oh-so recognizable design, these stacking chairs are superior in quality and durability. The chair’s frame and legs are made of heavy gauge steel, and the legs are tapered and have swivel guides with nylon bases to offer protection for the floors. They are also featured in multiple different colours; purple, red, blueberry, forest green, navy, and chocolate, and heights in 10”, 12”, 14”, 16” and 18”. 

Shopping for new chairs is exciting, but we know changing up your centre can be very time consuming and overwhelming at times. We hope this has helped to guide you in the right direction and gave you a better idea of what to look for when shopping for chairs. Stay tuned for more informative tips and blog posts!