Best children’s desk that will help them to concentrate at home

Available in white and grey, this sturdy wooden desk is a great size for childrens’ bedrooms and can be used as both a homework desk or a dressing table. It has two roomy drawers for storing all their favourite stationery and workbooks, and parents have found it surprisingly easy to put together – just a one-person job! This desk is a part of the Brooklyn bedroom furniture collection, so you could even get pieces to match if you’re looking to kit out their whole room.

Promising review: “Bought this for ten-year-old daughter, perfect size, well-built, really happy with purchase. Paid same price for a grey desk from another store and it was awful, no comparison.”

We love this homework desk, not just for its 60s vintage feel design, but also because of the rounded corners – perfect for accident-prone children. Available in colours grey, white, and grey-green, the trendy retro desk has a storage compartment and a drawer, both of which are reversible so you can position it on whichever side of the desk suits your kid. This should prove handy if your child is left-handed and would prefer to access their homework equipment from that side too.

Promising review: “Very happy with this gorgeous desk from La Redoute! it looks stunning , great design and lovely colour! My daughter and me are very pleased with it. In fact, I am considering getting another one in white colour!”

The Raise Children’s Desk from little home at John Lewis is a little more simple but it provides a neat and functional desk that will actually grow with your child. The contemporary design will add a pop of colour to their room and the desk itself is height adjustable offering three fixed positions from 59-73cm in height. They’ll be able to use it from their early years all the way through into their teens. It is only 58cm in width, so not optimal, but a great long-lasting pick for smaller spaces.

The Tall Whittington Desk is a classic, and while drawer space may be limited compared to others on this list, the desk instead comes with smart, space-efficient storage shelves, a useful noticeboard, and an opening for cables. Available in white, this desk is suitable for kids aged five and over (and adults!), but there is a Junior Whittington Desk with shorter legs for younger ages. We think any kid will feel extra grown-up with this in their room.

Promising review: “Such great quality, very easy to follow instructions. This desk will grow with our 4 year old, she absolutely loves it and so do we.”

If your kid is constantly running out of storage space, this desk has ample to keep them covered. Sturdy, smart, and simple, this desk available in a choice of white or grey provides plenty of space for them to do their homework, store their books and stationary, as well as play, game, and get creative. As a part of Argos’ Pagnell collection, you can get matching bedroom furniture to match and this desk in particular has been recommended by 90 per cent of buyers.

Promising review: “This desk is perfect for my daughter’s room, didn’t want anything expensive as she gets make up, nail varnish etc on it anyway. Easy assembly for 2 people, very sturdy and looks great.”

IKEA is renowned for its versatile, contemporary, and affordable furniture – so it was a must to include when finding the best homework desks. The SMÅSTAD desk will give your child a little cubby to work from, ideal for minimising distractions and giving them a little privacy to work in. It’s not short on storage either with three compartments and two drawers, available in a bunch of colours to suit your child’s favourite colour or room décor.

Promising review: "Perfect for me, right size and sturdy, and straight forward instructions."

If you’re really limited on space and want your kid to be able to make the most of the floor space they have, this desk folds away into a neat box on the wall with a handy blackboard front for them to doodle and keep notes on. When folded down, it reveals a neat little desktop, a mini noticeboard, and shelving for all their knick-knacks and stationery. Available in black or white, this desk also comes with a two-year guarantee.

Part of the Camden collection, this homework desk has been built with kids in mind to cope with everyday use. It provides the perfect space for them to concentrate, get creative, write, draw, and learn, with three good-sized drawers for them to store all their bits and bobs neatly away. Available with pink, white, or grey drawer colours, they’ll look forward to getting down to business on this.

Promising review: “Bought this as a first desk for my 6 year old son. Although I have been using it as my home office for a while. It’s a good size. Easy to assemble and looks great.”

This sturdy desk from The Great Little Trading Company with solid wooden legs and MDF desktop will see your child through their teenage years, and even into adulthood. Classically designed in white, it has a practical, wide drawer for storage and two cubby compartments for storing books and homework must-haves. Having these spaces to hand will help to keep their workspace clutter-free – a clear space for a clear mind and no distractions!

Promising review: “This has made a little girl very happy. Great it has some storage and very robust.”

This desk is the most popular and highly rated by customers on IKEA, and we can see why! It’s ideal for smaller spaces due to its compact size, and while it’s not as wide as others, the clever design at the back and hole for cables will help keep the space, and desk, free from off putting messy cables. It’s clean and simple with a drawer, and super affordable too. If you want to increase your desk space or storage options, IKEA recommends combining it with other desks or drawer units. Available in black, white, and oak effect.

Promising review: “This desk is the perfect size for my son's boxroom. It looks smart and the drawer can fit more in than I thought it would! Quite easy to put together but not quick.”

This desk from La Redoute is designed just like the old wood and metal school desks and comes with a matching chair included. With simple lines, curved edges for safety and a vintage feel. This compact set will definitely set the back-to-school tone that will hopefully get them in the mood to concentrate and try their best!

Promising review: “This is a great looking desk for my daughters bedroom. It was easy to put together and although I thought it was going to be too small it is actually a great size for my nearly 9 year old.”

Available in white or natural, this one is for the big kids and teens looking for a modern and stylish desk to fit in a smaller space. Crafted from sustainable wood for a contemporary feel, it has a handy slimline shelf so monitors and laptops can be placed at a comfortable viewing height, great for your child’s posture and general comfort. M&S also offer a 10-year guarantee so you can trust the sturdy build and make sure it lasts as long as your child needs it.

Promising review: “Comes very easy to assemble by one person. The finish is great and round edges so good if you have kids. Wood is a lovely finish. The white came with a slight mark on it but didn’t bother me as the rest of the finish was great. So clever how furniture is put together these days.”