Creating a Calm Corner Checklist

How is this Creating a Calming Corner Checklist useful?

Our handy Creating a Calming Corner Checklist is the perfect way to make sure you have everything you need to create a relaxing calm corner in your classroom. It’s ideal to use at First Level, but can also be used to give you resource ideas at any level of the Curriculum for Excellence.

This comprehensive Creating a Calming Corner Checklist includes eleven fantastic suggestions for setting up the perfect calm corner. Easy to download and print, it’s certain to save you precious preparation time ahead of the new school year. Simply print it off and check off each resource as you include it in your classroom.

Created by educators experienced in delivering the Curriculum for Excellence at First Level, you can be sure this checklist is suitable and relevant for your classroom. It’s the perfect way to help your learners self-regulate their emotions in a safe, calm spot.

What other resources can I include in my calm corner?

Are you looking for even more ideas to create the perfect calm corner? Well, you’ve come to the right place! Here at Twinkl, we have a range of resources and activities to help you make a calm down area in your classroom. Here are just a few suggestions to get you started:

• It’s Okay To Be Angry Visual Support - This helpful poster reminds children that it’s okay to feel angry, and guides them through expressing their feelings in a positive, safe way.

• Calm Corner Choice Cards - Support children in choosing the right cool-down strategy that works for them with these beautifully illustrated choice cards.

• Calm Corner Resource Pack - This fantastic collection of teacher-made resources is a great time-saver when setting up your classroom. It has everything you need to create the perfect calm corner. 

What is a calm corner?

A calm corner is a safe area of the classroom that helps learners to self-regulate their emotions and feelings. It’s filled with helpful tools to support children to relax and practice mindfulness during a stressful situation. 

Don’t let the name put you off – it doesn’t have to be a corner, just an area that is suitable for learners to go when they feel anxious or upset. If you choose not to use a corner, you can get creative with naming your calm area. Suggestions include ‘Zen Den’ or ‘Relaxation Station’.