Best curtains for kids bedrooms that little ones will love

Decorating your child’s room is a exciting task.

While focusing on space and aesthetics are important, the way it is decorated influences their identity and emotional state - and there are some wonderfully creative curtains out that will be a playful finishing touch.

Pattern is of course a major decision, but you also need to look into the practical elements like quality, fabric, blackout and length.

Children’s bedrooms reflect their personality and needs to caters to play, read, sleep, dream and security. You want to create a space that is special just for them and somewhere that’s nurturing and brings comfort.

Here are some aspects to consider when choosing your child’s bedroom curtains:

1. Sleep – We know how vital a good night’s sleep is to your child’s health and overall wellbeing. Their curtains are integral in blocking out not just sunlight, but also street light, moon light – basically any light. There are also glow in the dark options for little ones that struggle to sleep in complete darkness.
2. Practicality – Depending on the layout of the bedroom, you want to opt for curtains that complement the space. This is also where you can let your imagination run free, from the nursery stages to choosing what colour and pattern your child wants as they get older.
3. Play – One of the most important aspects of your child’s room, if they are spending hours playing in the room, running around with their siblings and friends, you want curtains that keep away from the floor.
4. Read – This includes both bedtime reading for young ones as well as studying as they get older. We know how distracting the world outside can be, so it’s best to choose curtains that keep these distractions at bay.

Keeping these in mind, we’ve listed some curtains that you and your children will love - from farm animals to astronomical curiosities.

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Dinosaur Pink Blackout Eyelet Curtains

This hits the nail on the head for dinosaur lovers with fun and decorative patterns that add a dose of colour in the bedroom and feature all the popular creatures to let their imagination run wild. These curtains are made with polycotton fabric and have a total blackout lining to minimise the entry of any external light.

Buy now £45.00, Dunelm

Little home at John Lewis Glow in the Dark Constellation Print Pencil Pleat Blackout Children's Curtains

These curtains add a playful touch to children’s bedrooms and the glow in dark feature is great for those afraid of the dark. The curtains are made with pure cotton and are supplied as a pair with constellations, stars and moons that illuminate after being exposed to daylight for at least ten minutes. They also have a blackout feature keeping out street light so that children can fully enjoy their bright features.

Buy now £69.00, John Lewis

Gamer Eyelet Blackout Curtains

For every child that is already hooked on video games, these curtains will be an instant hit in their bedroom. There is a lot going on with these options in terms of the pattern, but that’s what makes them entertaining and can keep children engaged for a while. These curtains include a blackout feature which are perfect for gaming and a good night’s rest.

Buy now £42.00, Next

Pink Tufted Hearts Blackout Eyelet Curtains

Of course, children’s bedrooms can be wonderfully elegant too. These curtains with pretty pink tufted heart patterns are ideal if you like pastels shades and keeping things minimal. Made from pure cotton and with a blackout polyester lining, these eyelet curtains mean your child can have a peaceful night’s sleep.

Buy now £55.00, Dunelm

Farmyard Animals Kids Room Darkening Curtains (Set of 2)

Curtains with farmyard animals are great fun for young children who have just started learning to identify animals. These curtains do not have a complete blackout feature for your child’s room but they will keep your child engaged with the many tractors, cows, sheep, chickens and squirrels. We can’t guarantee but this may even encourage them to take a break from listening to ‘baby shark’ all day.

Buy now £29.99, Wayfair

Harlequin Into the Wild Pencil Pleat Blackout Lined Children's Curtains

Live in the middle of the city surrounded by concrete? No problem! With these curtains, you’ll bring a vivid little jungle to your child’s bedroom as it features an interesting mix of animals from polar bears and panda bears, to orangutans and whales. Pencil pleats make them hang beautifully and offers a smart look.

Buy now £55.00, John Lewis

Harry Potter Hogwarts Blackout Pencil Pleat Curtains

It may be over 11 years since the final Harry Potter film was released but our obsession with the Wizarding World shows no signs of wavering. You know your kids will love these curtains and are likely to admire them for a while. There’s plenty of Pottermania beautifully illustrated – from spells written across them to images of Hogwarts, wands and Quidditch. These polyester curtains with tiebacks are machine washable and successfully block out light.

Buy now £33.60, Dunelm

Space and Rockets, Portfolio Fully Lined Curtain Pair, 66 x 54cm

If you are going for a space-themed room then this pair of curtains with a starry night may be perfect. The finishing touch detail is adorned with fun facts and trivia about our planets and the solar system. These polycotton drapes turn your child’s bedroom into their own planetarium and are machine washable. They include tiebacks and are ideal for smaller windows.

Buy now £24.99, Amazon

Geo Grey Blackout Eyelet Curtains

This minimalist, no-nonsense pair of geometric print design curtains are great for your child’s room regardless of their age and if they are unsure of what pattern they want. They have had good reviews, are heavy duty, reduce unwanted external light and should encourage a peaceful night’s sleep.

Buy now £45.00, Dunelm

Unicorn Dreams Pink Curtains

This pair of curtains is bursting with colour, yet remains stylish and lively for your child’s room. They are also lined to keep the light out and retain the heat indoors. If you do not want complete blackout, you can opt for light filtering instead. You can also customise these further according to size and number. The curtains also come with a five-year guarantee.

Buy now £43.95, Curtains2Go