Reducing Noise in Kindergartens

Managing noise levels in kindergartens is vital to support learning, communication, and well-being. Classrooms filled with chatter, hard surfaces, and open layouts often create a noisy workplace and teaching space. This is especially challenging for children with learning difficulties such as autism, ADHD, or sensory processing disorders.

Why Noise Control Matters in Early Learning

Excessive background noise affects how well children concentrate, listen, and engage with teachers and other children. It can increase stress, lead to behavioural issues, and make it harder for all students—not just those with diagnosed conditions—to participate fully.

A quieter learning space improves focus and creates a more inclusive atmosphere for every child.

Acoustic Panels for Kindergartens

Installing Serenity Fabric Acoustic Panels or other Sontext acoustic panels for kindergartens helps absorb sound, reduce echo, and manage overall classroom acoustics. Panels can be wall or ceiling mounted and tailored to match the décor of the space.

These solutions are ideal for classrooms with high ceilings or open layouts where hard surfaces increase reverberation. Even a few well-placed panels can create noticeable improvements in voice clarity and a calmer environment.

Additional Ways to Reduce Classroom Noise

• Soft furnishings: Use rugs, curtains, and padded furniture to absorb excess noise.
• Quiet zones: Create calm spaces with acoustic play areas where children can reset and self-regulate.
• Furniture layout: Arrange desks and shelves to help block and diffuse sound pathways.

Benefits for Children and Teachers

A quieter kindergarten supports better behaviour, clearer communication, and reduced sensory overload. Children can listen, speak, and interact with confidence. Teachers also benefit from a calmer environment where their instructions are more easily heard and classroom management improves.

Frequently Asked Questions

How does noise affect learning in kindergartens?
High noise levels reduce focus, cause stress, and interfere with communication and social development.

What acoustic panels are best for early learning spaces?
Serenity Fabric Acoustic Panels are ideal for absorbing sound while maintaining a soft, child-friendly look.

Can panels help children with learning difficulties?
Yes, they reduce sensory overload and create calmer conditions for students with conditions like autism or ADHD.

Do I need professional installation?
Sontext panels are easy to install and can be wall or ceiling mounted with basic fixings.

Can acoustic play areas help reduce noise?
Yes. Sontext’s acoustic play zones offer sensory-safe spaces that reduce ambient noise while providing comfort and interaction.

Let’s Create a Better Classroom

Ready to reduce noise in your early learning space? Contact Sontext today or call +61 3 9432 2733 to discuss acoustic solutions for kindergartens and early education settings. We're here to help you design calm, inclusive, and effective learning spaces.