Kids Beds – Single, Double & Storage Beds for Children.
Choosing a bed for your child is one of those purchases that sits at the intersection of practical parenting and genuine excitement. On the one hand, you need something safe, durable, and appropriately sized. On the other, watching your little one pick out their first proper bed is one of those milestones that quietly catches you off guard.
At ZORA Beds, our kids beds range is designed to tick both boxes, offering proper grown-up sleeping comfort in sizes and styles that work for children of all ages, all with free UK delivery and a 30-night comfort trial so you can be confident in your choice.
Finding the Right Size Bed for Your Child
Children grow fast, and buying a bed that will last more than a couple of years requires thinking ahead. A kids single bed is the standard starting point for most families, measuring 3ft wide and giving younger children plenty of room to sleep comfortably without taking up too much floor space in a smaller bedroom. The advantage of starting with a single is that it fits neatly into most rooms, leaves space for a desk or play area, and can later be handed down to a younger sibling when your child is ready for an upgrade.
If you have the room, a kids double bed is worth considering for older children and teenagers. At 4ft 6in wide, a double gives growing teenagers the space they need to stretch out, and it is far more practical for those awkward growth spurts where they seem to gain inches overnight.
It also means the bed can comfortably accommodate a friend for sleepovers without anyone ending up on the floor with a duvet and a pillow. For children who are not quite ready for a full double, a small single at 2ft 6in works well for very young children or exceptionally compact rooms where every centimetre of floor space matters.
Storage Solutions That Grow with Your Child
Children come with an extraordinary amount of stuff. Toys, books, school bags, sports kit, and clothes that they grow out of every six months all need somewhere to live, and bedroom storage is nearly always at a premium. A kids bed with storage is one of the smartest investments you can make because it turns an item you need to buy anyway into valuable storage real estate. Our kids divan beds come with a range of storage options that are genuinely useful rather than just token afterthoughts.
A kids single bed with storage is particularly popular because it combines a compact sleeping footprint with drawer or ottoman space underneath. The drawer options work well for everyday items like pyjamas, bedding, and school uniforms, while ottoman lift storage is better for bulkier things like winter coats, board games, and toy boxes that you want out of sight but still accessible. For rooms that are tight on space, choosing a bed with built-in storage often means you can skip the separate chest of drawers or wardrobe that would otherwise crowd the room.
Making the Most of Small Bedrooms
Many children's bedrooms in UK homes are on the smaller side, particularly in terraced houses, flats, and homes where the box room has been repurposed as a nursery or child's bedroom. Kids beds for small rooms are designed with this reality in mind, offering compact footprints and clever storage that maximises the usable space without making the room feel cramped or cluttered.
Divan beds are particularly well suited to smaller rooms because the base has a neat, contained profile that does not extend beyond the mattress dimensions, unlike traditional bed frames with headboards and footboards that can visually dominate a small space.
When furnishing a small child's bedroom, think vertically as well as horizontally. A bed with ottoman storage underneath frees up the floor area that would otherwise be taken up by a toy box or storage unit, giving your child more room to play.
Pair the bed with wall-mounted shelving for books and small items, and you can create a surprisingly functional room even in a compact footprint. The key is choosing furniture that does more than one job, which is exactly what a storage divan bed does by combining sleeping and storage in a single piece.
Why Choose ZORA Beds for Your Child's Bed?
All of our kids beds are built to the same standards as our adult ranges, because children deserve proper support and durable construction just as much as adults do. The upholstered finishes are available in a range of neutral and contemporary colours that work with most decor schemes, so the bed will not need replacing when your child goes through their inevitable colour-phase obsessions.
Prices start from around £280, making it affordable to invest in quality without stretching the family budget. Free UK mainland delivery and a 30-night comfort trial are included as standard on every bed in the range.
Frequently Asked Questions
At what age should a child move from a cot to a proper bed?
Most children are ready to transition from a cot to a bed between the ages of two and three, though some make the move earlier or later depending on their development and whether they are climbing out of the cot.
Is a single bed big enough for a teenager?
A single bed works well for younger teenagers, but as they grow taller and broader, many families find that a double bed provides a more comfortable and longer-lasting sleeping solution.
Are kids divan beds easy to assemble?
Yes, our kids divan bases arrive in two sections that bolt together, and the mattress simply sits on top, making assembly straightforward even if you are not particularly handy.
Can I use a mattress topper on a kids bed to make it softer?
A mattress topper can add an extra layer of comfort, but always make sure the topper is thin enough that your child does not roll off the edge, and check that it does not compromise the support the mattress provides.
What is the weight limit on a kids divan bed?
Our kids divan beds are designed to accommodate standard weight ranges for children and young teenagers, but if you have any concerns about weight capacity, check the individual product specifications or contact our team for guidance.