How to prepare your child's room for their first day of school?

Summary

1. A tidy cocoon for a peaceful return to school
2. Create a workspace suited to the start of the school year
3. Set up a reading and relaxation corner
4. Ensure a peaceful night's sleep
5. Establish routines for a peaceful morning

The day before the first day of school is a unique moment, filled with excitement, pride, and sometimes a touch of anxiety. To accompany this stage of life, the bedroom becomes a reassuring cocoon, a familiar place that soothes and instills confidence.

Since 2011, Rêves & Merveilles has been helping parents create these precious worlds, thanks to an exclusive selection of eco-friendly furniture and decorations that are unique or rarely found in France. Much more than just furnishing a room, preparing your child's bedroom provides them with a safe and inspiring space to calmly approach the start of the school year. Let us guide you...

A tidy cocoon for a peaceful return to school

As the start of the school year approaches, the bedroom becomes a sanctuary where children can find their balance. A minimalist environment, where everything has its place, helps them approach this stage with confidence.

Before the start of the school year, it is essential to take the time to declutter the room: this creates a calm atmosphere that is both functional and welcoming.

At Rêves & Merveilles, we believe that harmonious storage nurtures both tranquility and imagination. To encourage independence, choose solutions that are adapted to your child's size: lightweight baskets, colorful lockers, low shelves. Your child will learn to prepare their own things while growing up in an aesthetic environment designed to last.

Some useful tips:

Set aside toys that are rarely used.

Create a dedicated area for school bags.

Choose practical and stylish storage furniture for children.

This way, the bedroom becomes an ally for a good start to the school year.

Create a workspace suited to the start of the school year

From the very first day of school, the bedroom evolves: it is no longer just a refuge of tenderness but also becomes a place where children discover learning.

Installing an ergonomic and attractive children's desk at the right height allows them to sit comfortably while drawing, reading, or doing fun activities. Combined with a children's chair, this space encourages self-confidence and a desire to learn.

LUULA Montessori desk and chair set

Lighting plays an essential role. Positioning the desk near a window, supplemented by a soft lamp, reduces eye strain and stimulates concentration. According to a UPMC-INSERM study (2016), students working in well-lit classrooms achieved up to 15% higher results in math and logic tests than those working in darker environments. Providing your child with a bright and harmonious corner is a way of supporting them in their first steps as a schoolchild.

Choosing adaptable and durable furniture made from responsible materials is also a way of supporting your ecological values. Each piece of furniture then becomes a timeless item that will accompany your child through their school years while respecting the planet.

Set up a reading and relaxation corner

In the bedroom, a space dedicated to reading calms children and feeds their imagination. Before their first day of school, giving them a comfortable chair allows them to establish a ritual where they can discover a picture book, listen to a fun story, or focus on a small creative activity such as drawing or doing a puzzle. These quiet moments help them manage the impatience and anxiety associated with this new stage in their lives.

Elephant table and chairs in beech wood by Marc VENOT

A cozy corner, decorated with care, invites relaxation. By choosing stylish children's armchairs and suitable children's tables, you can combine aesthetics and comfort. These pieces of furniture quickly become comforting tools.

Ensure a peaceful night's sleep

The night before the first day of school is a key milestone in a child's life. To reassure them, create a comforting sleeping environment: a comfortable bed, a soft night light, their favorite stuffed animal. This setting will calm children who may be impatient or anxious about starting a new adventure.

Loft bed with 2 benches by OLIVER FURNITURE

Sleep isn't just a break, it also recharges your batteries for the next day. Reading a few pages of a funny story in a pleasant setting before bedtime becomes an important ritual.

Establish routines for a peaceful morning

The first day of school, whether it's preschool or kindergarten, often starts very early, and some children are apprehensive about this new routine while others eagerly await the moment they leave. To ease the pressure, prepare bags, clothes, and school supplies the night before. One simple idea is to store books and notebooks in children's bookcases so that everything is available when needed.

The exclusive furniture from Rêves & Merveilles is perfectly suited to your practical needs and emotions. Whether it's school time or vacation time, our partner brands cater to the desires of young and old alike. Each carefully designed collection offers rare pieces to simplify parents' lives and watch their children grow.