Next generation school grounds
Making your school or university campus an inviting and safe place for students enhances the educational experience and outcomes. Talk to us about our refreshingly different outdoor furniture solutions, designed to match your education and student wellbeing priorities.
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Out-of-the-classroom thinking
Research-backed solutions for outdoor learning and recreation spaces that boost student engagement, learning potential and social cohesion.
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Smart choices for versatile spaces
Everything from brilliant basics to modular seating for multi-purpose areas that maximise student use before, during and after class.
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Sustainability focus
An ever-growing range of high-quality furniture and equipment made using sustainably sourced, recycled and recyclable materials.
Solutions for every space across your campus
Across the school day, outdoor spaces are in constant use – from the morning rush at drop-off to break times, outdoor learning and school events. Each space needs to work hard, supporting how students and staff move, gather and spend time throughout the day.
Urban Effects works alongside schools to deliver outdoor furniture solutions that meet these everyday demands – creating spaces that are practical, durable and built for school life.
Download our Education brochure for ideas, inspiration and practical solutions for your school’s outdoor spaces.
Request a copy of our ‘Outdoor solutions for schools’ brochure
NZ made
Urban Effects is a proud New Zealand-owned business with local teams, support and manufacturing in both the North and South Islands. The majority of products in our range are designed and made right here in New Zealand at our manufacturing facilities in Whanganui and Rangiora – providing local employment opportunities and delivering exceptional quality street furniture products to suit your place, purpose and price.
What’s more, you experience the level of personalised attention and support you deserve from a team committed to creating outdoor spaces that encourage people to enjoy our fresh air and landscapes.
Product highlights
We offer a wide choice of high quality, durable outdoor furniture and equipment that’s tailor-made for schools from our ever-expanding range of sustainable products.
Latest projects
Lincoln High School
Lincoln High School in Ōtautahi / Christchurch is a contemporary, co-educational secondary school that takes a holistic approach to learning and development. As part of a major upgrade to their campus – including new classroom blocks – the school needed outdoor furniture that complemented the modern architecture and supported everyday student life. Urban Effects worked […]
Pukekohe Intermediate School
“We are really glad with the outcome and pleased we chose Urban Effects for the grandstand and Allan for the installation.”Rebekah Pearson, Principal Pukekohe Intermediate School in Auckland wanted to create a vibrant, multipurpose outdoor space that encouraged healthy activity and provided a place for students and the school community to come together. As part […]
Education price list
As an educator, you know that contemporary, up-to-date school grounds add value to your school. It’s an investment that makes a highly visible statement to parents that their children have access to the very best facilities outside as well as inside the classroom.
Our experienced team can provide you with the inspiration, products and support to turn your school ground project into reality. Our Education Price List offers you a comprehensive guide to outdoor furniture and equipment, across every product category, that’s perfectly suited to the contemporary school campus.
Insights
Play, Pause & Power Up: Designing School Spaces for Wellbeing
Schools across Aotearoa are facing rising challenges around student wellbeing, mental health and engagement. Sport New Zealand’s Active Bodies, Active Minds report points to a powerful and practical lever: Education Outside the Classroom (EOTC). From structured sport to free play and simple ‘brain breaks’, the report reveals how regular movement and time outdoors boosts wellbeing, […]
Adding Memorial Seats to Public Spaces
Memorial seats are a heartfelt way to commemorate a passed loved one, providing a place for family and friends to reflect on shared memories. If you are considering a memorial seat in a park, it is important to consider the process, associated costs and the ideal seat for this purpose. At Urban Effects we can […]
Fresh, practical and simple ideas for sustainable school grounds
Are teachers, students and parents at your school working together to ensure your school grounds reflect your commitment to caring for people and the planet? We share our top tips for outdoor spaces that score A+ for student wellbeing and sustainability. Schools across New Zealand are taking a ‘whole-school approach’ to teach students about sustainability […]
Why schools and universities choose Urban Effects
The right design and furniture solutions ensure your outdoor spaces deliver greater value for and versatility for students and staff.
Schools and universities choose Urban Effects for our ability to turn ideas into practical, well-designed outdoor spaces that support learning, wellbeing and everyday campus life.
With over 30 years’ experience in New Zealand, we offer one of the most comprehensive ranges of education-ready outdoor furniture – and a flexible approach that offers schools and universities the option of a full design-to-install service or simple product selection and supply arrangement.
Outdoor furniture designed for real school environments
We understand the day-to-day demands of schools and universities – from high student use to supervision, safety and maintenance.
Our outdoor furniture and equipment is designed to:
- withstand heavy use and New Zealand conditions
- support inclusive, multi-age environments
- minimise maintenance and long-term costs.
With product suites, and modular, customisable solutions, schools can start small and scale over time – upgrading outdoor spaces as needs change and budgets allow.
Solutions for the design of university campuses
Urban Effects supports the design of university campus environments with furniture solutions that enhance how students study and socialise.
From courtyards and shared spaces to streetscapes, our commercial outdoor furniture helps create vibrant, functional campus settings that encourage connection, collaboration and time spent outdoors.
With coordinated products suites – including outdoor bench seats and table settings to shelters and bike racks – we make it easy to design and deliver smart, social and sustainable outdoor spaces that support contemporary campus life.
Outdoor space design and delivery made easy
New Zealand’s leading street furniture manufacturers and outdoor space specialists, we partner with you from first enquiry to final installation to create outdoor environments that inspire connection and pride. Whether it’s a community, school or public space, our proven process and solution-focused team makes every step simple and seamless.
Enquire & connect
Start the conversation. Phone or email us to share the details of your project - big or small - and our team will guide you through the next steps.
Discover your space's potential
We take the time to understand your goals, site and community - and offer expert advice on how to shape your outdoor space to suit your place, purpose and budget.
Find the right solutions
From ready-to-go product options to customisable designs, we recommend furniture solutions that balance function, aesthetics and value for your project.
Make it happen
Using quality materials, we make and assemble your furniture and work closely with you to plan and execute its seamless delivery and installation.
Ongoing support
We're with you for the long term, with warranties, maintenance guidance and ongoing support whenever you need it.