Welcome Posters

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What is a Welcome Poster?

A warm welcome sets the tone for a positive classroom environment. A welcome poster is a great way to greet students back to school and make them feel comfortable on the first day. This article contains welcome poster ideas, tips, and templates for your room.

Using a Welcome to Our Classroom Poster

Displaying a creative welcome to our classroom sign outside your classroom is an impactful first impression for students. Here are some ideas for the posters.

• Print an inspirational quote like "Welcome to the adventure of learning!" Add relevant images or graphics.


• Create a collage poster with photos of school activities, including reading time, science projects, art class to get your students excited about learning.


• Make a brightly colored poster that says, "Welcome students! We're happy you're here". Include each student's name to promote inclusivity and community in the classroom.


• Print out a city, state, or world map and label it, "We welcome friends from around the world!" Students can mark where they're from.

Use a ready-to-use welcome poster template and customize it for free. Or explore other templates, such as our first day of school worksheet templates, all about me posters, and all about me worksheets that are editable with your own text, clipart, and images.

Using a Welcome Back to School Poster

The first days back after a break can be a difficult adjustment for students and teachers alike. Create a banner to welcome students back after a break with inspiring and upbeat designs. Here are some welcome back poster ideas for you to customize or create on your own.

• Print a calendar poster counting down the days until school is over, or until a break. Include fun images depending on the season.


• Design a tropical island welcome back poster for students returning from summer vacation. Add images of beaches, sun, and summer fun.


• Print a poster with the words, "We missed you!" and photos recapping summer camp or field trips.

Save time with printable classroom signs that already come with backgrounds, scenes, and images. Customize the poster to your classroom theme and students.

Tips for Creating Engaging Welcome Signs for School

• Add Student Names: Make students feel individually welcomed by including their names or photos.


• Print in Bright Colors: Use eye-catching shades like yellow, red, or green to grab your students’ attention.


• Incorporate Classroom Themes: Match the poster visuals to your classroom decorations by using themes like animals, nature, or even space.


• Change Posters Seasonally: Keep students engaged by updating welcome posters for fall, winter, and spring.


• Highlight Class Activities: Featuring academics, sports, music, art, and other activities builds anticipation for things to come in the year.


• Print on Large Format: Big, bold posters make more of a visual impact when displayed outside classrooms. You can also use our free editable welcome signs for classroom doors to add further customization.



Why Welcome Posters Matter

Here are key reasons a welcome poster is effective:

• Foster students' sense of belonging in a new class.


• Set positive expectations for the classroom environment.


• Motivate students for activities planned for the year.


• Establish the teacher's warmth right from day one.


• Capture students' interest and excitement to learn.


• Lighten first-day anxieties or back-to-school nervousness.


• Aid classroom wayfinding so students can easily locate their class.


• Brighten hallways and enhance aesthetics.



With some creativity and effort, you can make memorable classroom decorations that your students will appreciate and enjoy. Customize and edit our templates using our online maker tool.


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