Collection: Desk

A desk gives a child their own homework desk spot for homework, reading and craft, and the right one grows with them and suits the room. A small childrens desk suits a primary-school child; an adjustable-height desk lasts through the growing years; a desk with drawers or shelves keeps supplies to hand. Think about the child's height now, whether it needs to adjust, and how much storage the desk needs.

What size desk does a child need?

A child's desk should let them sit with feet flat on the floor, knees bent at a right angle, and forearms resting level on the desktop. For most primary-age children that's a desk around 50 to 60 cm high, paired with a chair that suits. An adjustable-height desk and chair adapt as the child grows, which saves replacing them every couple of years. The desktop should be wide enough for a book, a device and some space to write. Measure the child's seated height, or choose adjustable, so the desk fits properly.

Should a kids desk be adjustable?

An adjustable-height desk earns its place because children grow fast. A fixed desk that fits a 6-year-old will be too low for a 10-year-old, so an adjustable one lasts years longer and keeps their posture right as they grow. Some also tilt the desktop, which helps for drawing and reading. The trade-off is a slightly higher price than a fixed desk. If you want one desk to last through primary and into high school, adjustable is worth it; for a short-term or budget need, a fixed desk sized to the child now is fine.

What storage does a study desk need?

Match the storage to how the desk is used. Drawers keep pens, paper and clutter off the desktop so there's room to work. A shelf or hutch above holds books and folders within reach. A cable gap helps if a computer or laptop lives on the desk. For a child who does craft and homework, drawers plus a shelf keep everything sorted; for a simple reading and writing desk, a single drawer is enough. Think about what they'll store, and choose a desk with drawers or shelving to match.

Common questions

What height should a kids desk be?
Around 50 to 60 cm for most primary-age children, so they sit with feet flat and forearms level on the desktop. An adjustable desk adapts as they grow.

Should I buy an adjustable desk for my child?
Yes, if you want it to last — an adjustable-height desk grows with the child and keeps their posture right, where a fixed desk is soon outgrown. It costs a little more upfront.

What size desk fits a small bedroom?
A compact desk around 80 to 100 cm wide fits most kids rooms. A corner desk or one with a hutch uses vertical space so the footprint stays small.

Does a kids desk come with a chair?
Some sets include a matching chair; many are sold as the desk only. Check the listing, and make sure the chair height suits the desk so posture stays right.

Can I pay for a desk with Afterpay?
Yes. You can split it with Afterpay, Zip, Klarna or PayPal Pay in 4. Our desks start from $42, which is four fortnightly payments of about $10.50.

Complete the kids room

A desk pairs with the rest of the room. Add a bookshelf for books, a chair at the right height, and a kids bed to finish the room.

A $42 desk splits into four fortnightly payments of $10.5 with Afterpay, and Zip, Klarna and PayPal Pay in 4 do the same. Every order ships from our Australian warehouse, dispatched within 1–2 business days, with a 12-month warranty and 30 days to return it. We're a family-run Australian store, going since 2016, rated 4.66 out of 5 across 5,363 reviews.