Nursery Toilet Cubicles for Early Years Settings
The needs of early years settings are unique. From nurseries and preschools to reception classrooms and early learning centres, nursery toilet cubicles are a necessity for children. At Dunhams, we specialise in manufacturing and designing early years toilet cubicles that support hygiene, independence and confidence.
Key Features of Our Child-Friendly Nursery Toilet Cubicles
- Nursery washroom cubicles feature low-level doors designed for early years users
- Anti-finger-trap hinges for enhanced child safety, reducing the risk of accidents
- Rounded edges to reduce injury risk and create safer, child-friendly toilet cubicles
- Water-resistant materials, ideal for high-use environments
- Solid grade laminate panels for enhanced durability of early years toilet cubicles
- Bright, engaging colour options to support a more inviting environment
Designed to Support Independence and Hygiene
- Nursery washroom cubicles play a crucial role in shaping a child’s first experiences with hygiene, routine and independence. That’s why our early years washroom solutions are designed to go beyond compliance; they can encourage positive, confidence-building moments for young children.
- Our thoughtfully planned nursery school toilet cubicles feature layouts and fittings that are designed to support children in building confidence in their personal care routines. Washrooms that are visually engaging and tailored to their needs can support good hygiene habits and greater respect for their surroundings.
- By working closely with the education sector, we have created a Grafix Range for nursery schools as the bold, bright colours and fun prints make them a more inviting and less intimidating environment for younger children.
Compliant with Early Years and Education Standards
Our child-friendly nursery toilet cubicles are designed in accordance with:
- EYFS (Early Years Foundation Stage) guidance and safeguarding requirements
- Education sector health and safety expectations
- Hygiene focused specifications, including antibacterial and moisture resistant materials
Tailored for Little Learners
Low level cubicles
Anti finger trap hinges
Smooth-edged fixtures
Easy to Maintain
Easy to clean
Vandal-resistant
Moisture-resistant
Child Safe as Standard
Robust, anti-bacterial surfaces
Soft-close doors and hinges
No-touch sensor taps and flush options
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Nursery Toilet Cubicles vs Standard Toilet Cubicles
Nursery toilet cubicles are different from standard washroom cubicles in the UK. Standard washroom cubicles are designed with adult users in mind and are not scaled or specified to meet the privacy, size and functional needs of young children.
- Height and supervision: Nursery toilet cubicles are designed for young children with their comfort in mind. Standard cubicles do not provide the same functionality or privacy, making them feel more overwhelming.
- Safety features: While washroom cubicles are built with general safety in mind, they are not designed for children. Nursery toilet cubicles are adapted to suit early year users with features such as lower heights for better supervision, rounded edges and soft-close doors or seats to help reduce the risk of injury.
- Durability expectations: Both nursery and standard washroom cubicles are designed to withstand regular use. The difference is that nursery toilet cubicles are specified with young users in mind, incorporating features such as safer edges, rounded corners, lower-positioned handles and easier-to-use fittings that don’t require much strength.
- Cleaning and maintenance: Both standard washroom and nursery cubicles can be designed with easy-to-clean surfaces. However, nursery environments benefit from simple designs and layouts that support more frequent cleaning for younger users.
- Compliance differences: Standard washrooms follow general building and workplace regulations. Nursery toilet cubicles must also support early years welfare requirements, safeguarding considerations and age appropriate accessibility expectations.
FAQs
Nursery toilet cubicles, sometimes referred to as kindergarten toilet cubicles, are washrooms that are specifically designed for early years settings. These solutions are tailored so young children can use them comfortably with added features that support hygiene, accessibility and safety.
Nursery toilet cubicles are lower than standard cubicles to better accommodate young children. Partition heights commonly range from approximately 900 mm to 1200 mm, depending on the setting and level of supervision required.
Yes, our EYFS toilet cubicles are designed to support early years environments. They align with EYFS statutory framework, incorporating child appropriate sizing, safety features and hygienic materials.
Early years toilet cubicles include safety features such as anti-finger trap hinges, rounded edges, emergency release locks and reduced door swing force. These features set them apart from standard cubicles and minimise risk to support a safer washroom environment for children.
We use solid grade laminate (SGL) for nursery toilet cubicles. This is in part because it’s easy to clean but also water resistant, making it a versatile and durable choice for early years environments.
Yes, nursery toilet cubicles can be customised to suit the needs of your setting. Options include a choice of colours, graphics, panel heights and layouts.
Yes, nursery toilet cubicles can be customised to suit the needs of your setting. Options include a choice of colours, graphics, panel heights and layouts.
Nursery and preschool toilet cubicles are designed to balance child privacy with appropriate supervision. Lower partition heights can improve visibility where required, and easy to operate emergency release locks allow staff to provide assistance quickly.
Yes. Since they’re made of solid grade laminate, they are easy to clean and maintain. The smooth material makes it easy to wipe down surfaces and maintain a hygienic environment.
Yes. Nursery toilet cubicles can be installed in existing washrooms. Layouts, panel heights and configurations can be tailored to suit your available space.
Child-friendly nursery toilets are specifically designed with children in mind. They’re equipped with all the necessary features to accommodate young children. Standard cubicles made for adults are less practical for small children and lack child appropriate sizing.
Case Studies
Wimbish Primary School
Storal Nurseries
Hethersett Primary & Nursery School
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Our Washroom Guide for Early Years Settings covers everything you need to know to create top-quality facilities. It includes guidance on standard washrooms guidelines, determining how many toilets and nappy changing facilities are required, sanitaryware dimensions and heights, and toilet and recommended ranges.
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