Solway Early Years Shelving 2 Tray

The Solway Early Years Shelving 2 Tray is a low classroom storage unit with two cubby trays stacked in a narrow side column and open shelving alongside. This mixed layout keeps small loose resources contained while leaving wider shelf space available for books, baskets, games or larger classroom materials.

Two Gratnells Cubby Trays are included in the selected clear or magnolia finish. Each tray measures 150 mm high × 260 mm wide × 310 mm deep. The unit is supplied flat packed and includes fixing bolts for joining it to compatible Solway modular furniture.

Two trays plus open shelving

The two-tray column creates defined storage for smaller resources that might otherwise become mixed across an open shelf. The adjoining shelf spaces accommodate wider items and allow staff to combine contained and visible storage within one unit.

This layout is especially useful where a full bank of trays would be unnecessarily restrictive. A setting can use the trays for small parts or creative materials and the open sections for books, puzzles or compatible baskets.

Choose clear or magnolia trays

Clear trays make contents visible from the front, helping staff and children identify resources quickly. Magnolia trays create a more uniform appearance and may suit rooms where concealed storage is preferred.

The chosen variant supplies exactly two trays in the selected finish. Tray contents and other accessories shown in lifestyle imagery are not included unless specifically stated.

Accessible storage for early-years routines

The low format allows appropriate materials to be positioned within children’s reach. Practitioners can label each tray and shelf, demonstrate how resources are selected and establish a consistent return point after an activity.

This visible physical system can support organisation because each resource has an understandable location. It also allows adults to check stock and prepare activities without searching through closed cupboards.

Practical activity-area ideas

• Creative provision: store smaller drawing tools in trays and paper or finished work on the shelves.
• Construction zone: contain small pieces in the two trays and place larger blocks or manuals alongside.
• Reading area: organise puppets or story props in trays with books on the open shelves.
• Maths station: separate counters and manipulatives while using the shelves for boards or activity cards.

Modular classroom layout

The shelving can be used independently or connected to compatible Solway products using the supplied fixing bolts. Coordinated units can create a continuous low-level storage run while retaining different resource formats.

Flat-packed supply requires assembly before use. Follow the instructions carefully and check all connections before loading the shelves or trays.

Why choose the Solway Early Years Shelving 2 Tray?

Choose this model when two contained trays are sufficient and wider open shelving is needed for the rest of the collection. It offers more flexibility than tray-only storage and a clearer system than one undivided bookcase.

Perfect for...

• Nursery, preschool and EYFS resource areas
• Reading, creative, maths and construction zones
• Books, toys and small learning materials
• Compact rooms requiring mixed storage formats
• Modular Solway furniture arrangements

Solway Early Years Shelving 2 Tray features

• Exactly two Gratnells Cubby Trays
• Clear or magnolia tray choice
• Open shelving alongside the trays
• Low child-accessible design
• Connecting bolts supplied
• Flat-packed assembly

Specifications

• Product name: Solway Early Years Shelving 2 Tray
• Tray quantity: Two
• Tray options: Clear or Magnolia
• Tray dimensions: 150 mm high × 260 mm wide × 310 mm deep
• Assembly: Supplied flat packed with instructions
• Fixings: Connecting bolts included

Positioning and care

Assemble according to the supplied instructions and place indoors on a level floor. Connect only to compatible furniture as directed. Do not allow climbing, sitting or standing on the unit, and avoid overloading shelves or trays. Wipe with a soft, lightly damp cloth and dry promptly.