School Chairs Buying Guide

The Virtuoso series features an ergonomic design with a durable yet flexible tubular steel frame construction. They have Vivco's patented articulation back mechanism that gently flexes and adjusts to accommodate the natural contours of the spine. The chairs come with scratch and stain-resistant high-pressure laminate seat and back finish.

These school chairs are designed with a large contoured shell, wide back, and curved, heavy-duty legs. They come in different styles, such as rocking, stackable, etc. You can get the chair with caster wheels as well. You can add accessories like a tablet arm for more functionality.

The Zuma series is a classic one-piece molded polypropylene classroom chair with a ventilated backrest for airflow and support. The angled legs add stability, while chairs with dual-wheel nylon casters allow student mobility. The Zuma line has stackable, mobile, cantilever, and rocking chair styles to accommodate different learning environments.

The curved backrest of the Virco I.Q series provides lumbar support for better posture. These comfortable plastic bucket seats come in vibrant colors. You can get the chairs in four legs, cantilever, stools, desk combos, and casters to fit your versatile needs.

This series provides the ergonomic benefits and sustainability of the Zuma line in a hard plastic chair. The contoured seat and back deliver comfort. They are built with fortified recycled wood components. Telos chairs have the unique ability to stack ten high vertically for compact storage. They come in multiple sizes for use from pre-K through college settings.

The classic 3000 Series from Virco features durable, scratch-resistant Martest 21 hard plastic seats and backs. These traditional stackable chairs come in 4 quick ship sizes with seat heights from 12-18 inches, suitable for K-12 students. They offer a rainbow of colorfast, flameproof, hard plastic shell colors.

Virco's Metaphor Series combines legacy design with contemporary updates. These classroom chairs have a signature contoured, one-piece shell built on a full perimeter frame. They stack efficiently 12-high and have a unitized steel frame. This series comes in 4-leg, combo, tablet arm, lab stool, and task chair models for versatile learning spaces.

The 2000 Series integrates a smooth polypropylene shell with a tubular steel frame. These stackable classroom chairs have a contoured waterfall seat for comfort. With four seat height options, they suit elementary through high school students. They also come in EL(extra large) models.

The iconic 9000 Series is a classic chair fixture in schools across the USA. You can get them in sizes ranging from 10” to 18” in height. The four-legged chair comes with upholstered seats and back pads.

Zuma cantilever classroom chairs provide exceptional comfort and back support. They come in 3 fixed heights appropriate for elementary through adult learning environments. Zuma cantilevers have a plastic shell made with recycled content for sustainability. The chair was one of the first chairs to receive GREENGUARD GOLD certification.

Virco offers several sled base chairs perfect for flexible classrooms. Models like the Zuma, I.Q., and Classic Series sled chairs are excellent for carpeted areas. They come in 4-seat height options starting at 12 inches. These chairs suit students from preschool through high school.

The Civitas series pairs an arched tubular steel frame with a contoured plywood seat and back. The sculpted work surface is available in Fortified Recycled Wood or particleboard with a high-pressure laminate top.

Analogy chairs fuse comfort and value with contoured style. This series includes cantilever, rocking, and height-adjustable chairs and stools. The available EL(extra large) shell promotes proper posture from preschool through college.

Virco offers classroom rocking chair styles like the Zuma, Sage, and Analogy Rockers. Their curved runners provide a comfortable range of motion. They allow smooth rocking while promoting healthy movement.

Wooden chairs are available in different materials and designs that you can select according to your needs. They are constructed using plywood, birchwood, hardwood, laminate, etc. You can find them in straight-backed, ladder, and many other styles. They are durable and long-lasting classroom chairs.

The Jonti-Craft High Chairries chair is made of wood and has a high back and sides. They provide young children with a safe and comfortable chair. The chair promotes active sitting in preschoolers. They come in different sizes.

The NPS folding chair with tablet arm has two double riveted U-shaped cross braces. The 18-gauge 7/8” round tubular powder-coated frame is durable and stable. They have double hinges that hold the tablet arm. The full-size double-contoured back and waterfall seat make this a very comfortable chair.

Mahar's colorful school chairs feature curved plastic seats and backs shaped for comfort and support. The two-piece chairs are stronger than traditional single-piece chairs. The frame extends to the back for added strength. These chairs are built from a 16-gauge, 1” steel tubing. The frame is powder-coated for a durable and bright finish.

Virco's N2 series delivers comfort, durability and value. With over 30 fixed-height 4-leg chair classroom models, including rockers and stools, the N2 works for diverse educational spaces. This line features a large shell, steel frame, and waterfall seat. N2 chairs meet BIFMA standards.

The 8500 series from National Public Seating includes traditional school chairs with steel frames and plastic seats. They are ultra-compact but sturdy classroom chairs. You can get these chairs with optional removable book racks and tablet arms.

Virco's 9600 sled-base chairs come in various heights, perfect for preschool to high school students. They allow flexible classroom arrangements since students can enter from either side. The one-piece polyethylene shell has angled legs for stability.

The Virco 2600 series features a one-piece molded sled base chair that slots neatly under desks. The seat height ranges from 10-18 inches. They are suitable for elementary and middle school students. Its space-saving design allows efficient room layouts.

The NPS 8200 Music Chair has a contoured seat perfect for band practices or when you need to be upright. They have a contoured seat that provides you with good posture. The straight back helps you breathe easily, which can help with performance.

Flash FurniturePlastic School Chair is the perfect seating arrangement for early childhood centers. The safety design, constructed of a contoured one-piece polypropylene frame, prevents pinch injury. No metal parts were used in its construction. The chair can be stacked ten high.

The chair is the right choice for classrooms requiring compact seating. It can be folded and stored easily when not in use. It has a durable steel and laminate construction. The added tablet arm is available in left and right-handed configurations. The floor glides protect your flooring from scratches and scuffs.

The NPS Comfort Stack Chair has an 11mm steel rod chrome plated frame. The injection molded textured polypropylene plastic seat and back provides ample support. The polyethylene glide has an enhanced notching system for a stable and secure fit. You can stack the chair up to 40 high on a DY85 dolly.

The FDP school chairs are available in over ten colors and four sizes. They come with swivel glides that keep the chair leveled on uneven surfaces. The chairs feature a molded seat with a vented back. The reinforced ribbing behind and under the seat provides additional strength. The no-snag design hides all screws and hardware for a sleek look.

The unique seat design of the FDP Contour chairs encourages proper posture by aligning the torso above the pelvis. It has a comfortable molded seat with a vented back. Due to its lightweight frame, you can stack up to four of these chairs. It has self-leveling guides as well.