The Impact of Learning Corners on the Social-Emotional Development of Primary Schools Children in Ekiti State

This study examined the availability of learning corners and their impact on the social-emotional development of primary school children in Ikere Local Government Area Ekiti State. A descriptive survey research design was employed, with a sample size of 100 teachers who were selected through simple random sampling. to assess the presence, organization, and utilization of learning corners, as well as their influence on pupils’ social-emotional development. Findings revealed that learning corners were generally available, well-organized, accessible, and actively used in school. Teachers reported that learning corners significantly enhanced children’s social skills, emotional expression, empathy, patience, and self-regulation. Furthermore, learning corners positively influenced academic performance by improving motivation, problem-solving abilities, focus, creativity, and collaborative learning. Finally the study demonstrates that learning corners serve as effective instructional spaces that support holistic child development. The findings highlight the importance of structured, resource-rich learning environments in promoting both educational achievement and social-emotional competence among primary school pupils. The study suggested that addressing these challenges through better resources, smaller class sizes, and enhanced teacher training would improve the implementation and outcomes of learning corners in primary schools

Learning corners, Social-emotional development

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