Classrooms
Acoustic panels tailored to your space. Any Size? Any Shape? Any Colour?
Better sound, better meetings.
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Initial Contact & Assessment
You reach out via phone or form. We’ll respond within one business day.
Consultation & Proposal
We listen to your needs and assess your space before proposing the best solution(s).
Supply and / or Install
We supply your acoustic products for self-installation, or our expert team installs them for you.
Follow up & Satisfaction
We check in to ensure you’re happy and your space sounds great!
Our Promise
Transparent pricing, expert advice and no pushy sales.
What our clients have to say
Led by expert acoustic consultants, we design and deliver tailored sound solutions that transform spaces.
Songbird is NOVA Acoustics’ practical, design-led range of acoustic panel solutions, built to improve how your space sounds and feels. From wall panels to baffles and rafts, each product is made to reduce unwanted noise and echo while slotting neatly into any interior style. Using sustainable materials and honest, high-quality workmanship, Songbird delivers dependable acoustic performance without the fuss.
Improved Speech Clarity
Acoustic panels reduce echoes and background noise, ensuring teachers’ voices are clear and easily understood by all students.
Enhanced Focus and Learning
Panels minimize background noise, including sounds from HVAC systems, footsteps, or conversations in adjacent areas. This allows participants to focus better.
Support for All Learners
Better acoustics benefit students with hearing impairments, language barriers, or attention challenges, ensuring a more inclusive learning environment.
Reduced Noise Transmission
With better sound control, sports halls can easily host a range of events beyond athletics, such as meetings, community gatherings, or school functions.
Teacher Comfort
High-quality sound enhances the perception of professionalism in a conference room, reflecting positively on the company or organization.
Flexible Use of Space
Acoustic improvements make classrooms suitable for various activities, from discussions to multimedia presentations, without overwhelming noise levels.
Products
Sustainable 40mm Polyester Fibre Acoustic Panel with Class A Sound Absorption made with >60% Recycled Material. Suitable for walls, ceilings, rafts or baffles.
40mm Fabric Wrapped Acoustic Panel with Class A Sound Absorption. Available in a huge range of colours and sizes. Bespoke to order. Suitable for walls, ceilings, rafts and baffles.
40mm Fabric Wrapped Acoustic Panel with Class A Sound Absorption. Self-adhesive for easy DIY Installation. Suitable for surface mounting to walls or ceilings.
40mm Impact-Resistant Acoustic Wall Panels with Class A Sound Absorption. Available in a huge range of colours and sizes. Suitable for surface mounting to walls.
12mm or 24mm Polyester Acoustic Panel with Class A Sound Absorption. Available in a huge range of colours and sizes. Bespoke to order. Suitable for walls, ceilings, rafts and baffles.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Why are acoustic panels important in classrooms?
Classrooms rely on clear communication between teachers and students. Poor acoustics can cause speech to become muffled or distorted, making it difficult for learners—especially younger children and those with additional learning needs—to understand instructions. Acoustic panels absorb excess sound and ensure speech remains clear and intelligible.
What problems do acoustic panels solve in classrooms?
They reduce echo, reverberation, and background noise. This stops sound from bouncing around the room and competing with the teacher’s voice, improving focus, comprehension, and overall learning outcomes.
Do acoustic panels benefit students with special educational needs?
Yes. Children with hearing impairments, attention difficulties, or sensory sensitivities are particularly affected by poor acoustics. A quieter, clearer environment helps them stay engaged and reduces cognitive strain.
Can acoustic panels improve exam or study environments?
Absolutely. Reduced noise helps create a calm, distraction-free space where students can concentrate better, leading to improved performance during independent work or assessments.
Will acoustic panels affect the classroom design?
Not negatively. Acoustic products are available in vibrant colours and shapes that can complement classroom décor or even act as educational visual elements. They can blend seamlessly or become part of the design theme.
Do classrooms with modern design features need acoustic treatment?
Yes. Many contemporary classrooms include glass, hard floors, and open-plan layouts that reflect sound and increase noise levels. Acoustic panels counteract these issues and restore balance.
Do we need ceiling panels as well as wall panels?
In many cases, yes. Ceiling baffles and rafts are effective in rooms where overhead noise builds up, especially in larger classrooms or those with high ceilings. A combination of wall and ceiling treatments often provides the best results.
Will installing acoustic panels disrupt teaching?
No. Installations are typically quick and scheduled around lesson times, causing minimal disruption. Once installed, panels require little to no maintenance.
Do acoustic panels help with technology use in the classroom?
Yes. With increasing reliance on projectors, speakers, tablets, and interactive displays, acoustic treatments prevent sound distortion, feedback, and echo—improving the use of audio-visual equipment.
Are acoustic panels mandatory in schools?
While not always legally required, many educational standards and guidelines recommend acoustic treatment to support equal learning opportunities. Good acoustics are now considered a best-practice component of modern classroom design.