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Middle & High School Outdoor Food Court Design Solutions

Adding an outdoor food court to your school allows students to enjoy meals or free periods outdoors. Wide tabletops and comfortable outdoor seating allow the space to double as an area for collaborative work or study sessions.

Requirements for a Great Outdoor Food Court

For Students

The outdoor food court should include spacious tabletops that give students enough room to eat, spread out books or project materials, or work on devices. Seating should be comfortable enough to accommodate long periods of use.

For Teachers

The outdoor food court should feature tables and seating that can be easily moved and arranged into groups when the space is needed for group work. Tabletops should be spacious enough to accommodate books or project materials.

For Administrators

The outdoor food court should be comprised of furnishings selected with the needs of the school in mind. All products must be available at the time they are needed, the delivery must arrive on time and installation should be quick and efficient.

Outdoor Food Court Layout Areas

Group Dining Areas

Allow students to enjoy their lunch period outdoors:

• Picnic tables with built-in benches: Designed for outdoor use to withstand weather conditions and other outdoor wear and tear. Spacious entry points make it easy for students to enter or exit their seats.
• Outdoor waste and recycling containers: Ensure your outdoor food court stays neat and tidy, as students have an accessible place to dispose of trash and recyclables.

Informal Gathering Spaces

Provide specific bench-seating areas that are perfect for students' free periods or after-school socializing:

• Outdoor benches with backs: Offer comfortable support for students who want to lean back as they share a snack or socialize.
• Outdoor benches without backs: Let students choose how they want to sit and which way they want to face.

Choosing Your Outdoor Food Court Solution

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Outdoor Food Court Frequently Asked Questions

What are the benefits of outdoor food courts for middle and high school students?

Outdoor food courts allow students to enjoy meals or free periods outdoors while providing space that can double as an area for collaborative work or study sessions. Wide tabletops and comfortable outdoor seating create versatile spaces that serve both dining and academic purposes.

What type of seating works best for outdoor school food courts?

Picnic tables with built-in benches are designed for outdoor use to withstand weather conditions and outdoor wear and tear. Spacious entry points make it easy for students to enter or exit their seats. Outdoor benches with and without backs provide flexible seating options for different preferences and activities.

How should outdoor food courts accommodate both dining and study activities?

Tables and seating should be easily moved and arranged into groups when the space is needed for group work. Tabletops should be spacious enough to accommodate books, project materials, or devices alongside food and drinks. The flexible design allows the space to serve multiple purposes throughout the day.

What maintenance considerations are important for outdoor school furniture?

Outdoor furniture should be designed to withstand weather conditions and heavy use. Include outdoor waste and recycling containers to keep the area neat and tidy, giving students accessible places to dispose of trash and recyclables. Choose materials that resist weathering and require minimal maintenance.