Searching for your next classroom theme? Then check out these amazing classroom decor theme ideas!
Setting up your new classroom is super exciting! Seriously, it’s one of my favorite things to do! But deciding on your new classroom theme isn’t always easy…if you’re anything like me, you love them all!
So in this post, you will see a round-up of the best classroom decor theme ideas to help you decide which one to go for!
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The Best Classroom Decor Theme Ideas:
1. Retro Theme
Retro theme classrooms are so popular right now and it’s easy to see why! I love all the smiley faces and bright colors 🙂 Seriously, I would feel so happy every time I walked into my room if it looked like this aha!
The key to pulling off a retro theme classroom is to use bright colors paired with black and white elements. For example, bright bulletin board letters with a black and white spot border. Plus, lots of groovy bits of classroom decor, like smiley faces and flowers.
To help you create this look in your classroom, check out the following essentials:
2. Under The Sea
Okay, I think this is one of the most amazing classroom setup ideas I’ve ever seen!!! I mean, look at that hanging whale!
I think this one is beyond my creative abilities aha, but I still love the idea of an underwater classroom decor theme. Use lots of blues for your bulletin boards and cut out fish and coral.
Hang strips of blue paper to create this super cool underwater feature. Be sure to add some netting and a treasure chest to complete the look!
I love how on theme this whole classroom is – even the chairs are blue! The wall stickers and rug complete the look. Seriously amazing.
To help you create this look in your classroom, check out the following essentials:
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Paper shells
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3D tropical fish cut outs
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Bubble garlands
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Jellyfish paper lanterns
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Under the sea wall stickers
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Ocean waves bulletin board borders
3. Jungle Classroom
Take your classroom to the wild side with a jungle theme! Think lots of animal print and bright colors!
How amazing is this tree made from twisted paper?! I love the snake made from a paper chain too!
To help you create this look in your classroom, check out the following essentials:
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Animal print bunting
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Monstera leaf string lights
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Tropical palm leaves
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Animal print bulletin board borders
4. Bright Rainbow
A rainbow classroom theme has been popular for years – it’s a classic! And the bright colors will pop in your classroom. Think rainbow borders multi-coloured lettering against black or white backgrounds to really make the colors stand out.
Spots also work really well in a rainbow theme classroom. There’s just something about rainbow colors with black and white spots!
To help you create this look in your classroom, check out the following essentials:
5. Boho Rainbow
If you love the look of rainbows but aren’t such a fan of the bright colors, then a boho rainbow theme could be perfect for you! Think lots of neutrals and muted tones with cute rainbow accessories.
To help you create this look in your classroom, check out the following essentials:
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Boho rainbow bulletin board borders
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Boho rainbow calming corner posters
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Boho rainbow classroom posters
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Boho rainbow garland
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6. Neutral Theme
This is another one for the neutral lovers! There is something so calming about these neutral classroom decor themes. And it’s probably less overwhelming for the kids too.
Try using wood tones and textured backing (like brick effect or wood effect wallpaper) to keep your room looking interesting without the bright colors.
Twinkle lights and a classroom rug help make this space look cosy and inviting. Since we spend so much of our lives in our classrooms, we deserve to enjoy them too, right?!
To help you create this look in your classroom, check out the following essentials:
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Neutral corrugated bulletin board border
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Wooden push pins for bulletin boards
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Burlap/ hessian bunting
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Neutral carpet spots
7. Pastel Theme
A pastel theme classroom is a great way to add some color to your room without making it look too bright, if that’s not your style. Think pastel blues, pinks and purples with touches of yellow and orange.
Again, spots work really well with a neutral classroom theme. You could add a spotty rug or spotty bulletin board paper to really make your displays pop!
To help you create this look in your classroom, check out the following essentials:
8. Modern Farmhouse
If you love farmhouse style decor in your home, then why not try and recreate a farmhouse style classroom this year! Think wooden effect wallpaper for your bulletin boards, then lots of black and white accessories. Finally, add some greenery to finish the look!
Stripes and chevron patterns are also popular when recreating this classroom decor theme.
To help you create this look in your classroom, check out the following essentials:
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Farmhouse bulletin board decor
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Farmhouse classroom calendar
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Green bunting
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Wood panel wallpaper
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Artificial ivy
9. Beach Theme
If you live near the beach (or you just love to surf!) why not try this beach theme classroom idea! It will feel like you’re on vacation every day, aha!
Think palm trees, tropical prints and rattan effect. Plus lots of blues and yellows of course!
To help you create this look in your classroom, check out the following essentials:
10. Space
Space is such a cool classroom theme idea. And one that you can do so much with! From rockets to planets to stars, you can make your classroom feel truly magical.
Add lots of twinkly lights to recreate the stars. And think lots of blues, blacks and purples. I also love the idea of having a galaxy projector to create the look of space in the classroom – how magical would that be!
To help you create this look in your classroom, check out the following essentials:
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Solar system paper lanterns
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Inspirational space theme wall art
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Space theme visual timer
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Astronaut galaxy projector
[Related Post: 15 Easy Classroom Decor Ideas That Will Totally Transform Your Classroom!]
11. Cactus Theme
Go all in for the wild west theme or just stick to the succulents haha. Another really cute theme idea that you can do so much with.
There are so many great puns you can do with a cactus theme so if you’re a pun lover, this could be the one for you!
To help you create this look in your classroom, check out the following essentials:
12. Farm Classroom Decor
If you work with younger children, then they will love this farm themed classroom! You could decorate the hallway outside your classroom to look like a barn so the children feel like they’re coming into the barn when they enter the classroom. Adorable!
Add lots of cow print, farmyard animals, tractors and corn to create the perfect classroom farmyard!
To help you create this look in your classroom, check out the following essentials:
13. Circus
Get in the circus vibes with these super cute circus classroom theme ideas! Decorate your door like it’s the entrance to the big top tent to set the scene!
Think lots of bright colors and red stripes to bring this classroom theme to life.
Why not add a cute little tent to your reading area, along with some circus animals!
To help you create this look in your classroom, check out the following essentials:
14. Dinosaur Classroom Theme
Again, if you teach younger kids they will be obsessed with a dinosaur theme classroom!
To help you create this look in your classroom, check out the following essentials:
15. Camping
Lastly, how cute would a camping theme classroom be?! Camping chairs and a ‘fire’ would make for such an adorable book area. Or even add a tipi!
To help you create this look in your classroom, check out the following essentials:
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