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General criteria in school lighting

Light plays a key role in the learning environment, directly affecting the student's vision, health, psychology, and learning quality. The right lighting system not only provides innovative, modern learning spaces but also contributes to enhancing the effectiveness of comprehensive education.

Suggested Table of School Lighting Quality Standards

STT	Functional Space	Color temperature:	Range:	Tenderness	Color Finish Index	Capacity Density	Limit the brightness coefficient
1	Classroom	Neutral white light	≥300 – 500 lux	0,7 – 0,8	Ra ≥ 80	≤ 13 W/m²	UGR ≤ 19
2	Physical classroom	Cool white light.	≥300 – 500 lux	0,7 – 0,8	Ra ≥ 90	≤ 13 W/m²	UGR ≤ 19
3	Practice room, experiment.	Cool white light.	≥500 – 700 lux	0,7 – 0,8	Ra ≥ 90	≤ 13 W/m²	UGR ≤ 19
4	Working Room	Neutral white light	≥300 – 500 lux	0,7-0,8	Ra ≥ 80	≤ 13 W/m²	UGR ≤ 19
5	Teacher’s Room	Neutral white light	≥100 – 200 lux	0,7 – 0,8	Ra ≥ 90	≤ 8 W/m²	UGR ≤ 22

Classroom

The standard of lighting in the classroom must be 300–500 lux, with uniformity, non-flat covering, electric lamps that must be installed separately, and no fans. If the lighting system meets the standards, the learning and teaching spaces will be highly efficient, exciting, and not harmful to the eye.

Physical classroom

The visual functions involved are proportional to the intensity of the lighting, so when studying in the physical education room, you need to use high-powered lights with a large optical spectrum and good light quality to clearly see objects moving at high speeds. It is recommended to use lights in areas of major activity, such as training and competition. Rooms or auxiliary areas can use LED panel lights, LED OS lights, etc. to meet energy-saving needs.

Functional Classroom

Depending on the power you use to set up the right lighting system, Especially for Li-chemistry and biology laboratories, it is necessary to install LEDs with color temperatures between 4300K and 5300K to clearly observe scientific phenomena.

Lecturer's Room

The faculty room also needs to be careful about the lighting design to create an environment that meets the comfort and relaxation that energizes the next lessons. Using these types of lamps will optimize electrical, optical, and lifetime parameters, allow for easy replacement installation, and make them especially safe to use.

"Natural light in the classroom helps children feel more comfortable and focused, creating the best conditions for learning."
Maria Montessori
Educator and founder of the Montessori method
"Education is the most powerful weapon which you can use to change the world. And part of effective education is a conducive learning environment, where lighting plays a crucial role."
Nelson Mandela
Former President of South Africa and anti-apartheid revolutionary
"A good learning environment, with natural light and bright spaces, can ignite creativity and passion for learning in students."
Steve Jobs
Co-founder of Apple Inc.
"Every child deserves to learn in a safe and encouraging environment, and good lighting is an integral part of that."

Malala Yousafzai
Education activist and Nobel Peace Prize laureate
"Lighting in schools is not just a technical issue. It’s an element that affects concentration, health, and students' motivation to learn."
Ken Robinson
Education expert and creativity advocate

Advantages of standard lighting systems

Improve learning efficiency: Proper lighting helps students concentrate better, acquire knowledge more effectively, and minimize the risk of eye diseases.
Health protection: The standard lighting system helps protect the student’s vision, creating a safe, healthy learning environment.
Energy saving: Using power-saving LEDs reduces school operating costs.
Aesthetics: The beautiful lighting system contributes to improving the image of the school, creating a creative, modern learning environment.

Designing the right school lighting system plays an important role in improving the quality of education. The adoption of state-of-the-art lighting solutions that comply with national standards will bring many benefits to students, schools and communities.

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