Welcome to the final minisode in the "Start Smart" series. Here we are chatting about one of the more subjective parts of starting a new school year: Classroom Displays. Whether you are a 'laminating queen' or more 'minimalist and clean', we’re sharing our favourite digital tools and ‘old school’ hacks to get your room ready to go.

Key Takeaways

• Digital resource hubs provide easy access to themed lettering and visual timetables that support student routine and accessibility.
• Inclusive design is essential when decorating; ensure fonts are legible and color schemes are mindful of students or colleagues who may have varied needs.
• Curated decor bundles from online content creators offer polished, cohesive aesthetics that save teachers hours of design and formatting time.
• Student-centered displays, such as interactive door art builds a sense of belonging and ownership from the very first day of school.

Featured Resources

• SparkleBox: Excellent for pre-made signs, themed lettering, classroom management posters, and visual timetables.
• Instant Display: A UK-based site perfect for themed alphabet sets
• Canva: The modern teacher’s best friend for DIY borders and custom lettering using their massive library of stock images.
• Teachers Pay Teachers (TpT): The go-to marketplace for ready-to-print bundles.

Miss Jacobs Little Learners: Highly recommended for cohesive, beautiful classroom decor bundles