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24-seat Rows seating chartCLASSROOM SEATING CHARTFRONT OF ROOM ↑WhiteboardTeacher deskDoor1Seat 12Seat 23Seat 34Seat 45Seat 56Seat 67Seat 78Seat 89Seat 910Seat 1011Seat 1112Seat 1213Seat 1314Seat 1415Seat 1516Seat 1617Seat 1718Seat 1819Seat 1920Seat 2021Seat 2122Seat 2223Seat 2324Seat 24
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Rows

A clear forward-facing plan for instruction and individual work.

Consider: Students at the back may need a clearer view of the board.

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24-seat Pairs seating chartCLASSROOM SEATING CHARTFRONT OF ROOM ↑WhiteboardTeacher deskDoor1Seat 12Seat 23Seat 34Seat 45Seat 56Seat 67Seat 78Seat 89Seat 910Seat 1011Seat 1112Seat 1213Seat 1314Seat 1415Seat 1516Seat 1617Seat 1718Seat 1819Seat 1920Seat 2021Seat 2122Seat 2223Seat 2324Seat 24
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Pairs

Side-by-side partners with a shared view of the teaching area.

Consider: Partners need room to separate for individual assessments.

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24-seat Pods of 4 seating chartCLASSROOM SEATING CHARTFRONT OF ROOM ↑WhiteboardTeacher deskDoor1Seat 12Seat 23Seat 34Seat 45Seat 56Seat 67Seat 78Seat 89Seat 910Seat 1011Seat 1112Seat 1213Seat 1314Seat 1415Seat 1516Seat 1617Seat 1718Seat 1819Seat 1920Seat 2021Seat 2122Seat 2223Seat 2324Seat 24
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Pods of 4

Small four-desk groups for shared tasks and discussion.

Consider: Some students may need to turn to see the board.

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24-seat Pods of 6 seating chartCLASSROOM SEATING CHARTFRONT OF ROOM ↑WhiteboardTeacher deskDoor1Seat 12Seat 23Seat 34Seat 45Seat 56Seat 67Seat 78Seat 89Seat 910Seat 1011Seat 1112Seat 1213Seat 1314Seat 1415Seat 1516Seat 1617Seat 1718Seat 1819Seat 1920Seat 2021Seat 2122Seat 2223Seat 2324Seat 24
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Pods of 6

Larger six-desk groups for projects and team activities.

Consider: Larger groups use more floor space and can make circulation harder.

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24-seat U-shape seating chartCLASSROOM SEATING CHARTFRONT OF ROOM ↑WhiteboardTeacher deskDoor1Seat 12Seat 23Seat 34Seat 45Seat 56Seat 67Seat 78Seat 89Seat 910Seat 1011Seat 1112Seat 1213Seat 1314Seat 1415Seat 1516Seat 1617Seat 1718Seat 1819Seat 1920Seat 2021Seat 2122Seat 2223Seat 2324Seat 24
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U-shape

An open center for demonstrations and whole-class conversation.

Consider: A large class can make the U too wide or deep for the room.

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24-seat Exam seating chartCLASSROOM SEATING CHARTFRONT OF ROOM ↑WhiteboardTeacher deskDoor1Seat 12Seat 23Seat 34Seat 45Seat 56Seat 67Seat 78Seat 89Seat 910Seat 1011Seat 1112Seat 1213Seat 1314Seat 1415Seat 1516Seat 1617Seat 1718Seat 1819Seat 1920Seat 2021Seat 2122Seat 2223Seat 2324Seat 24
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Exam

Separated desks with more space for quiet individual work.

Consider: Desk spacing is illustrative; follow your school's assessment rules.

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24-seat Groups of 3 seating chartCLASSROOM SEATING CHARTFRONT OF ROOM ↑WhiteboardTeacher deskDoor1Seat 12Seat 23Seat 34Seat 45Seat 56Seat 67Seat 78Seat 89Seat 910Seat 1011Seat 1112Seat 1213Seat 1314Seat 1415Seat 1516Seat 1617Seat 1718Seat 1819Seat 1920Seat 2021Seat 2122Seat 2223Seat 2324Seat 24
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Groups of 3

Compact three-desk teams for short collaborative tasks.

Consider: A shared desk edge can limit space for large project materials.

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24-seat Circle seating chartCLASSROOM SEATING CHARTFRONT OF ROOM ↑WhiteboardTeacher deskDoor1Seat 12Seat 23Seat 34Seat 45Seat 56Seat 67Seat 78Seat 89Seat 910Seat 1011Seat 1112Seat 1213Seat 1314Seat 1415Seat 1516Seat 1617Seat 1718Seat 1819Seat 1920Seat 2021Seat 2122Seat 2223Seat 2324Seat 24
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Circle

A shared center for seminars and whole-class conversation.

Consider: A circle requires substantial space and makes board viewing uneven.

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24-seat Semicircle seating chartCLASSROOM SEATING CHARTFRONT OF ROOM ↑WhiteboardTeacher deskDoor1Seat 12Seat 23Seat 34Seat 45Seat 56Seat 67Seat 78Seat 89Seat 910Seat 1011Seat 1112Seat 1213Seat 1314Seat 1415Seat 1516Seat 1617Seat 1718Seat 1819Seat 1920Seat 2021Seat 2122Seat 2223Seat 2324Seat 24
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Semicircle

An open front for presentations, demonstrations, and discussion.

Consider: Outer seats can become distant; larger presets use multiple arcs.

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24-seat L-shaped groups seating chartCLASSROOM SEATING CHARTFRONT OF ROOM ↑WhiteboardTeacher deskDoor1Seat 12Seat 23Seat 34Seat 45Seat 56Seat 67Seat 78Seat 89Seat 910Seat 1011Seat 1112Seat 1213Seat 1314Seat 1415Seat 1516Seat 1617Seat 1718Seat 1819Seat 1920Seat 2021Seat 2122Seat 2223Seat 2324Seat 24
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L-shaped groups

L-shaped teams that combine group space and a teaching-point view.

Consider: The elbow of each group needs room for teacher access.

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24-seat Conference seating chartCLASSROOM SEATING CHARTFRONT OF ROOM ↑WhiteboardTeacher deskDoor1Seat 12Seat 23Seat 34Seat 45Seat 56Seat 67Seat 78Seat 89Seat 910Seat 1011Seat 1112Seat 1213Seat 1314Seat 1415Seat 1516Seat 1617Seat 1718Seat 1819Seat 1920Seat 2021Seat 2122Seat 2223Seat 2324Seat 24
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Conference

Opposing desks around a long shared table for debate and meetings.

Consider: Large classes produce a long table; smaller groups are often easier to hear.

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FROM TEMPLATE TO TEACHING

A useful starting point, with room to change.

Pick a class size and teaching goal, then compare the arrangements. Numbers show desk positions; they are not student assignments. Styles change the appearance of every template, so you can choose a restrained everyday chart or a simple black-and-white printout.

Choose Edit this layout to move desks, add a whiteboard or door, and assign your students. Applying a template asks for confirmation before replacing the current room. Your existing roster stays, and Undo can restore the previous arrangement.

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Before you print

  • Choose US Letter or A4 for your printer.
  • Use Classic print when you want an ink-saving outline.
  • Open Preview for a larger view and a direct Print action.
  • For student names, edit the layout first, then export from the workspace.

The diagram is not a scale drawing. Check desk sizes, door clearance, and walking routes in your actual room.

Questions about these templates

Can I change the student count?

The library offers common class sizes from 16 to 40. In the editor, use Room layout to choose any count from 1 to 120. Empty desks can remain available for returning students.

Are the PDFs editable?

Blank PDFs are designed for printing or handwriting. Use Edit this layout for full desk and name editing in ClassSeating, then export a fresh copy. These are not Word or Google Docs files.

Will downloading a template change my saved class?

No. Previews, blank downloads, and printing use only the public template. They do not read or replace your saved roster. Changes happen after you open the editor and confirm applying a layout.

Can I use these as a classroom seating plan?

Yes. A seating chart or seating plan describes the same practical workflow here: arrange desks, assign students, review the room, and print. Both A4 and US Letter are available.

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