The Best Classroom Themes for a Fun School Year
Are you looking for a new classroom theme to try for the new year? If so, I've collected the top classroom themes this school year and I'll show you gorgeous classrooms with these themes as well as some easy ways to incorporate them into your class this year.
This includes classroom theme ideas for gorgeous bulletin boards, reading nooks, fun classroom management ideas, organization ideas and even pretty teacher spaces! Get inspired by some amazing classrooms and learn how to transform your classroom into the space your students will love to come to every day.
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Popular Classroom Themes 2025
Here are some of the top themes I've seen this year.
- Composition Notebook Classroom
- Retro Theme
- Rainbows
- Retro Cowgirl & Western Theme
- Sunshine Themed Classroom
- Camping
- Cactus Themed Classroom
- Tropical Theme
- Daisy
- Safari Theme
Classic School Classroom Theme Ideas
Here are some themes that are always fun and never go out of style.
- Beach Classroom
- Zoo Classroom Theme
- Space Theme
- Superhero Classroom Theme
- Monkey or Jungle Theme
- Farm Theme
- Coastal, Ocean or Under the Sea Theme
We'll explore all these and more in this post.
Fun Classroom Themes
The first classroom themes that I want to show you are really fun and I think your students would enjoy. Check them out below.
Beach Classroom Theme
Take your beach theme to the next notch by making your students feel like they are chilling at the beach in Adirondack chairs under an umbrella.
Calm Coastal Theme
For a calm coastal theme add pretty ocean blues and sandy tan tones. You can incorporate shells, sand and Sealife like fish and turtles.
Under the Sea Classroom Theme
The under the sea classroom theme is a really fun one to create! You can hang seaweed, jellyfish and ocean animals from the ceiling to make students feel like they are in the ocean.
If you want to try this theme in your class this year, then check out this post- Fun Under the Sea Classroom Theme Ideas & Ocean Decor
Composition Notebook Classroom Theme
One of the most popular themes this year is the composition notebook theme. I got inspired and created a cute classroom decor bundle with this theme that includes everything you need for your classroom. If you want to transform your classroom into this theme you can check out the composition notebook bundle here.
Zoo Class Theme
Bring your zoo theme to life with a play zoo set that younger students would enjoy as they are learning about new animals.
Space Classroom Theme
Inspire your students with a space theme. There are tons of fun puns that you can use for your décor like:
- the sky isn’t the limit,
- your work is out of this world,
- first grade is blasting off.
Space Classroom Theme Decor Bundle
I am loving the space theme this year so I created a cute space themed decor bundle in my Etsy shop that you can check out here. It is an instant download that you can print. It is editable so you can customize it for your class.
Jungle Classroom Theme
The jungle classroom theme is really popular this year. Here are a few fun ideas for this theme:
- Add large inflatable jungle animals.
- Create a jungle themed classroom door that says, "we are wild about learning."
- Hang streamers, vines and lights from the ceiling to feel like you're in the jungle!
Check out all of these ideas and more in this post.. Creative Jungle Theme Classroom Ideas
Superhero Classroom Theme
If you want a bright colored, positive and fun theme that students love then you might want to try the superhero class theme.
Monkey Classroom Theme
For a fun touch in a monkey themed classroom or a rain forest classroom hang a few stuffed monkeys from the ceiling on green nets to appear that they are swinging through the jungle.
Farm Classroom Theme
If you have a farm classroom theme, then you may want to take some inspiration here and add an incredible farm play area for your students. This is one of my favorite class themes for young students.
Pastel Classroom Theme
I'm also loving a simple but pretty pastel theme. I created a printable, editable decor bundle for this theme too. You can find the complete pastel bundle package in my Etsy shop here.
Retro Classroom Theme
The retro look has been everywhere lately from our clothes, home décor and even our classrooms. I’ve been seeing a lot of teachers jumping on this trend and finding creative ways to add a 70’s vibe to their classroom.
If you love this style too then check out some ideas to incorporate it into your classroom.
Soft Colors for Retro Themed Classroom
One of the best parts of a retro theme is choosing the color schemes to work with. You can choose to use soft colors like Melanie from School Girl Style did here or a bolder color scheme would work great too.
All of the little details and fun decorations help bring this theme to life like the tassel garland, and the classroom door that’s on point and on theme.
Golden Bar Stools and Retro Posters
Adding bar stools is an easy way to add another flexible seating option to your classroom. I love how the bar stools even fit in with the color scheme of the class. The retro posters with positive saying are one of my favorite parts of this room.
My Favorite Retro Classroom Decorations
If you're now inspired to add the retro theme to your learning space this year, then check out my favorite finds below to pull it off.
RETRO CLASSROOM THEME DÉCOR | WHERE TO FIND
ONE | 18 PIECE PAPER LANTERNS
TWO | RETRO VIBES CLASSROOM POSTERS
THREE | 50 PIECE GROOVY WALL COLLAGE SET
FOUR | PERSONALIZED CLASSROOM SIGN
FIVE | THIS CLASSROOM IS BETTER BECAUSE YOU ARE IN IT PILLOW
SIX | BE HAPPY HALL PASS
SEVEN | DAISY AND TASSEL GARLANDS
Rainbow Classroom Theme
One of my favorite classroom decor themes that I'm seeing is the rainbow class theme. You could take this theme literally and have pictures of rainbows in the class or just the rainbow color scheme.
Boho Rainbow Classroom Theme
Another popular theme is the boho rainbow theme. This is similar to the traditional rainbow theme, but the color scheme is a little more muted and natural. To pull of this theme add graphics of boho rainbows, and natural colors and materials to your classroom.
Sunshine Classroom Theme
Sunshine is a cheerful theme that would work great in an elementary classroom.
Bright Sunshine Themed Classroom
As you can see in the classroom above the sunshine theme pairs perfectly with rainbows. The huge bulletin board is definitely the star of this classroom.
To steal this look, use a rainbow bulletin border and spell out hello sunshine in large letters on the wall. Then of course add plenty of sunshine and rainbows.
Notice the cute flowers on the desks along with the rainbow-colored supplies. Wouldn’t your students get an instant mood boost walking into a class like this?
If you love this classroom then you should check out the Hello Sunshine Theme that is available on Amazon here.
My Favorite Picks for a Sunshine Themed Classroom
If you want to try this theme in your class, this year then check out my favorite finds below to get you started.
SUNSHINE THEMED CLASSROOM DÉCOR | WHERE TO FIND
ONE | WAKE UP TEACH KIDS BE AWESOME TEACHER PLANNER
TWO | ALPHABET SUNSET PRINTABLE SET
THREE | 36 PIECE SUNSHINE & RAINBOW CUTOUTS
FOUR | BE YOUR OWN KIND OF SUNSHINE PILLOW
FIVE | COLORFUL CALENDAR BULLETIN BOARD SET
SIX | HELLO SUNSHINE NOTEPAD
SEVEN | SUNSHINE & RAINBOW CLASSROOM POSTERS
EIGHT | SUNSHINE PILLOW
NINE | HELLO SUNSHINE BULLETIN BOARD BORDER
Camping Classroom Theme
Looking for more ideas for classroom themes? The next thing that I am loving this year is the camping theme. I love this theme because it is so fun, and you can fairly easily create an entire classroom that is a campsite.
This works especially well if you have some camping gear in your garage already! Check out below some amazing elementary school classrooms that have gone all out for this theme and get inspired to add it to your room this year.
Add a Tent to Your Camping Themed Classroom
Kids love tents and why not add it to the classroom? This could be a calm down area, a fun reading spot or a place for small group activities, the possibilities are endless.
Outdoor Mural for Camping Classroom
This classroom has a log cabin reading area and a stage area with an outdoor mural that makes you feel like you are in the great outdoors. What a fun way to bring this theme to life!
Log Cabin Reading Center
This teacher created a happy camper theme with a camper tent, a campfire reading center, a picnic table listening center and even has a mountain backdrop for her class. I love how every detail in this classroom fits her theme.
Camping Themed Reading Nook
This would be the perfect book nook for a camping themed classroom. Your students can sit at the tree stump table or grab a book and read in the tent.
One of my favorite finds are tree stump pillows. They actually look pretty real. You can place them on the floor to create a reading spot that looks like a campground! You can find those here.
Create Camping Spots in Your Classroom
This teacher takes the camping theme to the next level by creating several camping spots in her classroom. This look was pulled off with the fake trees, campfire and numerous tents.
Some of us already have supplies for this theme in our garages. Do you have folding camping/sport chairs that you can borrow for your classroom?
Camping Classroom Theme Bulletin Boards
The next thing your classroom needs is a bulletin board to fit your theme. Below are my favorite finds to create a camping themed bulletin board for your class.
Welcome Campers Bulletin Board Idea
There are tons of options for cute camping theme bulletin boards like this one created by Ashley McKenzie. I’m loving the calming neutral colors.
Look closely and the cameras have student pictures in them. If you like this bulletin board, you can purchase the Camping Adventure Bulletin Board bundle here.
My Top Picks for Camping Theme Bulletin Board
Check out below some more of my favorite finds for a camping themed bulletin board.
CAMPING THEMED BULLETIN BOARD DÉCOR | WHERE TO FIND
ONE | CAMPING THEME BULLETIN BOARD BORDERS
TWO | VINTAGE TRAILER CUT OUTS
THREE | WOODLAND FRIENDS CUT OUTS
FOUR | BURLAP BULLETIN BOARD PAPER
FIVE | TWIG LETTERS
SIX | CAMPING BULLETIN BOARD PACK
SEVEN | SET OF CAMPING THUMBTACKS OR MAGNETS
Fun Touches for Your Camping Themed Classroom
I have collected some more fun ideas that I found that will really bring the camping theme to life in your classroom. Check them out below.
Fireflies Classroom Management Tool
Here's a great camping themed classroom management idea. This teacher created this behavior scoreboard. When students are doing well, they get more fireflies in the jar.
Fireflies can be made easily with a pompom, googly eyes and a round magnet. I think these would definitely get the students' attention!
Smores Goodie Bags for Students
This teacher created a goodie bag to go with her camping theme for her students on the first day of school. They are filled with delicious smores treats!
Smore Compliments Classroom Idea
Here's a simple way to add a class reward to go with your theme. These are felt smores that the class can earn when they receive compliments from others. The class gets a party when then earn a certain amount of smores.
Camping Themed Classroom Décor
If you want to try out the camping theme in your classroom this year check out below my absolute favorite finds for camping classroom décor.
CAMPING CLASS DÉCOR | WHERE TO FIND
ONE | LARGE FOREST WALL TAPESTRY
TWO | MINI CAMPER TENT
THREE | TWIG PENCILS
FOUR | TREE STUMP THROW PILLOW
FIVE | LET THE ADVENTURE BEGIN PILLOW
SIX | WOOD NAME PLATE HOLDER
SEVEN | TEEPEE TENT
EIGHT | CARDBOARD CAMPFIRE
Cactus Themed Classroom
One of the final classroom themes that I'm seeing everywhere is the cactus theme. What I love about this is there are so many learning puns that you can use for your class décor and bulletin boards. Here's some of my favorites.
Puns for Cactus Themed Classroom
- Stick with it
- This class is on point
- You can't touch these math skills
- We are going to grow this year
- Sharp Work
Check out below some gorgeous cactus themed classrooms so you can steal some ideas for your class this year.
Cactus Themed Classroom Inspiration
This teacher went all out with her cactus theme. Look at the details like the labels for the tables and supplies, the banners, and cute cacti everywhere.
Cactus Bulletin Board Ideas
As I mentioned there are so many good cactus puns that work great for cute bulletin boards and decor for classroom walls. Check out my favorites below.
Sharp Work Cactus Themed Bulletin Board
Here's a gorgeous way to display your students’ best work, to fit in with your cactus theme!
Stick With It Cactus Bulletin Board
This first-grade teacher created this bulletin board to help her students track their goals. For her class it is used to track each student accelerated reader goals, but you could use it to track any of the goals you set for the class.
The students get to move up their clothespin when they get closer to completing their goal!
We are One Sharp Bunch Bulletin Board
Here's another adorable bulletin board idea. Follow the link above to check out this teacher’s TPT cactus décor pack bundle.
We're Going to Grow This Year Cactus Bulletin Board
Here's a cute bulletin board idea for your cactus themed classroom. Each pot says my goal for growth is… This would be perfect for the beginning of the year when talking about goals and expectations for the next year in your classroom.
Best Cactus Themed Classroom Decorations
Below check out my favorite cactus themed classroom decor.
CACTUS BULLETIN BOARD DÉCOR | WHERE TO FIND
ONE | CAN’T TOUCH THESE MATH SKILLS
TWO | SIMILAR CUSTOM WELCOME TEACHER SIGN PRINTABLE
THREE | CACTUS PRINTABLE BULLETIN BOARD BORDER
FOUR | STICK WITH KINDNESS DIGITAL FILE
FIVE | LLAMA & CACTUS BULLETIN BOARD DECOR
SIX | OUR CLASS IS ON POINT DOWNLOAD
SEVEN | CACTUS PUSH PINS
EIGHT | SIMILAR LOOKING SHARP SIGN
NINE | CACTUS BULLETIN BOARD BORDER
Classroom Jobs for Your Cactus Theme
A classroom job chart is another opportunity to show of your cactus theme. Beneath each classroom job you can place either a magnet or a Velcro strip with each student’s name to easily swap them out.
Cactus Classroom Theme Door Décor
Here's an easy classroom door display to show off your cactus theme.
Cactus Flip Sticks
This first-grade teacher from Texas created this cactus flip sticks to go with her class theme.
Cactus Name Tags
Pretty classroom labels and name tags are a great way to incorporate your theme throughout the classroom.
Cactus Teacher Space
Why not take your one of your classroom themes into your desk as well? You can find stylish desk accessories to fit your theme here.
My Top Picks for a Cactus Themed Classroom
If you're loving this theme as much as I am check out some of my favorite cactus classroom finds below.
CACTUS ACCESSORIES | WHERE TO FIND
ONE | TEACHER PLANNER
TWO | CUSTOM SET OF HALL PASSES
THREE | IN THIS CLASS WE STICK TOGETHER CACTUS PILLOW
FOUR | SET OF 30 CACTUS PENS
FIVE | CACTUS GARLAND AND PAPER LANTERS
SIX | BOHO CLIPBOARD
Tropical Theme for Classroom
If you love bright and cheerful colors, then the tropical theme might be right for you. To incorporate this theme, add pineapples, flamingos, flowers and plenty of bright colors to your decor.
Check out a little inspiration to pull it off in your classroom below.
Bright Tropical Themed Classroom Inspiration
Melanie created this fun tropical theme for this kindergarten classroom. The bright colored paper lanterns add a playful touch to the room. The bench seating on the left is full of bright pillows to help tie in with the theme.
Of course, all of the wall décor and bulletin boards incorporate pineapples, bright pink, yellow and teal and there are even little flamingos on the desks. If you’re loving this theme the School Girl Style Simply Stylish Tropical themed classroom décor can be found on Amazon here.
My Top Picks for a Tropical Themed Classroom
Check out my favorite finds to pull off the tropical theme in your classroom.
TROPICAL THEME CLASSROOM DÉCOR | WHERE TO FIND
ONE | PINEAPPLE BORDER
TWO | GREEN & PINK TASSEL GARLAND
THREE | PINK STRIPED PILLOW COVERS
FOUR | MOTIVATIONAL BULLETIN BOARD SET
FIVE | COLORFUL PAPER LANTERNS
SIX | WELCOME TO THE FLOCK BULLETIN BOARD SET
SEVEN | CLASSROOM FLAMINGO PILLOW
EIGHT | FLAMINGO CUT-OUTS
Daisy Theme
The daisy theme is another popular one this year. I love it for the simplicity of the color scheme and also how cheerful it looks. Check out some inspiration below to add it to your class this year.
Black, White & Pink Daisy Themed Classroom
If you want to try this theme in your classroom you could either stick to the black and white color scheme or add your favorite color for an accent.
Here the pink wall looks stunning with the black and white theme. The cute daisy rug can be found on Amazon here.
Oh Happy Day Class Banner
The Oh Happy Day Banner goes right along with the cheerful vibe that you would except in a daisy themed classroom.
The bumble bee rug (that you can find here) is a fun touch that fits perfectly with this theme. The throw pillows and paper lanterns add a pop of color to the room.
The details really make this theme come to life like the daisies in polka dot vases on the tables.
Polka Dots and Daisy Classroom Decor
Polka dots and daisy cut outs on the wall help carry the theme throughout the entire classroom. It doesn’t look too busy or over done because the black and white help to ground the space.
Flowers on the Windowsills in Daisy Themed Classroom
High Bar stools add a fun seating option for students. The flowers on the windowsill with bumble bee letters in them add a cheerful touch to the classroom.
Top Finds for Daisy Themed Classroom Décor
If you want to add this theme to your classroom this year, check out my favorite picks to pull it off.
DAISY CLASSROOM THEME DÉCOR | WHERE TO FIND
ONE | BUMBLEE BEE PUSH PINS
TWO | 4 BUNDLES FAUX DAISIES
THREE | BEE CLASSROOM AREA RUG
FOUR | PAINTED DOTS BULLETIN BOARD BORDER
FIVE | AMAZING THINGS HAPPEN WHEN YOU TRY DAISY PILLOW
SIX | DAISY GARLANDS
SEVEN | DAISY AREA RUG
EIGHT | BLACK AND WHITE STRIPED BORDER
NINE | DAISY FLOOR CUSHION
Safari Theme
A safari theme is really fun and younger kids especially love it. If you like this theme then add animals, natural colors and animal print in your classroom. Check out a little inspiration below to get the look.
Soft Color Scheme for Safari Themed Classroom
The safari color scheme is incorporated into all the details of the room. You can see the color scheme in the soft orange wall, the light pink stools and the paper lanterns.
Animal Print Wall in Safari Class
In this Safari themed classroom, a pattern painted on the walls gives an animal print feel but in the classroom color scheme, of course. Animal print is also incorporated in a leopard area rug. The floral details add a pretty touch to the theme.
Safari Themed Cutouts for Decor
To make this theme come to life add papercut outs of animals, flowers, and incorporate them into your bulletin boards and on your walls.
If you love this theme, check out more ideas in this post- Creative Safari Theme Classroom Ideas
Now you have seen my absolute favorite classroom themes. I hope you got inspired to try a new one in your class this year. Feel free to save your favorite classroom theme ideas to your Pinterest boards just click on the P on the picture.
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