Classroom Acoustics
Clear sound, focused students
Why are Classroom Acoustics important?
Good classroom acoustics can make all the difference. Research shows that excessive noise can cause students to miss up to 70% of consonants spoken by teachers, making it difficult to follow lessons and retain information.
Since the introduction of BB93 regulations, schools must adhere to strict sound-level limits to ensure optimal learning conditions.
Resonics have installed acoustic solutions in classrooms across the UK, creating quieter, more effective learning spaces.
Ensures speech remains intelligible, helping students fully engage with lessons.
Reduces noise transmission between classrooms, minimising external distractions.
Lowers background noise, allowing teachers to be heard clearly and students can focus more effectively.
School buildings must adhere to strict acoustic regulations to ensure optimal learning conditions.
Children are much more sensitive to noise when performing tasks, and proper room treatment is essential to optimise learning outcomes.
Reducing Noise in Classrooms
The most effective way to reduce noise in classrooms is by installing acoustic panels on walls and ceilings.
These treatments help control reverberation and improve speech intelligibility. It can also help prevent noise from transferring between rooms, making for a more focused and comfortable learning environment throughout the school.
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From start to finish we handle everything
Consultation
Our acoustic consultants assess your space on-site (or remotely) and provide a detailed proposal. Every consultation includes acoustic design recommendations, product specifications, and reverberation analysis to ensure measurable improvements.
Assessment
We don’t just identify noise issues — we provide solutions that are cost-effective, design-conscious, and performance-led. Whether reducing echo, improving clarity, or addressing speech privacy, our expert guidance ensures the right acoustic fit for your space.
Design & Planning
Every project includes a tailored acoustic design with a free CAD proposal, showing product placement, specifications, and performance ratings. Our designs can blend seamlessly into interiors or become bold architectural features — always balancing form with function.
Supply & Installation
With over 5,000 projects completed nationwide, our in-house installation teams handle even the most complex acoustic projects. We work to strict health and safety standards, with IPAF-certified specialists, SSSTS/SMSTS-trained supervisors, and all installers CSCS accredited.
FAQs & tips for selecting the right Classroom Acoustics
- Think durability: In high-traffic areas, go for stain-resistant, easy-to-clean panels that can handle daily wear.
- Highly absorbent and cost-effective: Choosing highly absorbent panels will help you meet BB93 regulations without blowing the budget.
- Prioritise safety: Make sure all acoustic products meet fire safety standards.
- Use impact-resistant solutions: For sports halls, opt for tough acoustic panels—Super G by Ecophon is a reliable, affordable choice.
Costs vary depending on room size and required performance. Resonics offers free acoustic surveys and tailored proposals to fit school budgets while ensuring BB93 compliance.
Absolutely. Teachers in poor acoustic environments are more likely to experience vocal strain and fatigue. Better acoustics reduce the need to raise their voice and create a calmer classroom atmosphere.
Yes — students with hearing impairments, autism, or speech and language difficulties benefit greatly from improved sound clarity and reduced background noise.
Not at all. Panels can be colourful, shaped, or even printed with graphics, artwork, or teaching materials — turning them into part of the classroom design.
Resonics install sound-absorbing wall panels, ceiling rafts, and baffles designed to control echo and meet BB93 standards. Our solutions improve speech clarity and comfort for everyone in the room.
Yes — UK schools must meet BB93: Acoustic Design of Schools, which sets maximum reverberation times and ambient noise limits for different room types.
High noise levels increase fatigue and stress for both teachers and students. They reduce attention span, comprehension, and overall learning performance.
Hard surfaces such as concrete walls, ceilings, and floors reflect sound, creating echo and reverberation. This makes speech unclear and raises background noise levels.
Clear sound is essential for effective learning. Poor acoustics make it harder for students to understand teachers, follow discussions, and stay engaged — especially for younger children or those with hearing or language difficulties.
Most classroom installations can be completed in a day or two. Resonics works around school schedules — often during holidays or after hours — to minimise disruption.
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