Stunning Wallpaper Ideas to Inspire Preschool and Elementary School Students

The benefits of choosing a classroom wallpaper over wall paint

Painting walls in a classroom is quite a common practice. Paint is practical, there are many different colors and it is easy to redo. So why choose a wallpaper?

Enhanced learning environment

It is a proven fact that children who grow up in a rich learning environment, have more developed brain neurons and wallpaper can offer learning opportunities that plain wall color just cannot. Wallpaper can have themes, stories, and even facts that contribute to a more abundant learning medium.

Boosted creativity

The colorful shapes and interesting motifs can jumpstart the young learners’ imaginations. Colorful and eye-grabbing wallpaper patterns can positively impact creativity and the overall learning process.

Educational value

Some wallpaper can have even facts and other useful information printed on them. It is especially true if it is possible to order a custom-made wallpaper that reflects the specific needs of the class.

Cozy environment

Creating a homey medium is especially important for younger students who need an easy transition from home to school. That said though, a nice and cozy environment can make children of all ages feel more relaxed and therefore be more open to learning.

Practical tips for choosing classroom wallpapers

Choosing wallpaper for a classroom is a bold move that will bring great benefits. Here is some practical advice to keep in mind!

Consider Age Group

Make sure you choose wallpaper that is appropriate for the age group of the class. Young children (3–5 years) will like colors, imaginary motifs, animals, fairytale creatures, drawings, and so on. Older children (6–10) will want something more educational and mature. If you choose wallpaper for classes of children aged 11 and up, make sure the wallpaper is mature and something adults would choose. Adolescent children want to be taken seriously and the environment where they learn should reflect that.

Durability and Maintenance

A classroom is a place that has a lot of traffic. There are children in the classroom learning, playing, and exploring every day for at least 6 hours. Make sure you choose a durable wallpaper that is easy to maintain. For example, our textile-based peel and stick wallpaper is a great option for high-traffic areas. It looks amazing and stays looking fresh for a long time!

Ease of Application

Speaking of peel and stick wallpaper, it is easy to apply and easy to remove (if necessary). If you choose peel and stick wallpaper for your classroom, you can change the theme every year. Students will love that! They will have a changing environment that can grow with them.

Non-toxic wallpaper

Non-toxic materials are important but they are especially important when it comes to places young children spend a lot of time. Some wallpaper and peel and stick wallpaper can be made with a glue that is considered toxic, but you are in luck! Our peel and stick wallpaper is PVC-free and has NO toxic fumes or dioxin exposure. It is 100% safe for everyone including children.

Custom wallpaper

Custom wallpaper is a great option to choose if you cannot find a pattern that suits just perfect your classroom or if you have a specific idea in mind. To get custom wallpaper just contact us and we will make your wish come true! And what’s the best – it might sound pricey, but it is not! It costs about the same as ordering already printed wallpaper.

Wallpaper just one wall

If the wallpaper is subtle in color and print, then it is acceptable to wallpaper more than one wall. However, if the wallpaper is colorful and bright, it is best to wallpaper just one wall as an accent to not overstimulate the children.

Wallpaper ideas for preschool classrooms

When choosing a wallpaper for a preschool classroom, pay attention to the color of the elements you already have. For example, chairs and desks, storage bins and shelves. You want the wallpaper to work with those tones not to clash and make the room overly variegated and chaotic. If possible, an option is to paint the furniture to work with the wallpaper or choose wood-colored furniture that will work with most colors.

Animal wallpapers

Kids love animals! They also love learning about new animals and animal wallpaper can increase curiosity about the topic.

Pink Lady Bugs – Colorful big ladybugs that bring happiness. Great option to get some color in the classroom and encourage kids to learn more about insects!

Mountain Valley Wallpaper – A fantastic green (a very calming color!) mural of horses in the wild. It is perfect for studying horses and other animals in the horse family.

Portraits of Animals – This neutral-colored wallpaper is perfect for learning to recognize different emotions. A teacher can incorporate this wallpaper in the learning process, for example, by asking to find a sad bear and then discussing why he/she looks sad, what could we say to the bear, and how we also sometimes feel sad.

Cute Zoo – Wallpaper that will be a hit in the youngest age group classes. It has cute drawings of lions, crocodiles, and giraffes. It is very homey and will make the children feel at ease.

Jungle theme

Jungle is a home for a lot of animals and plants. The jungle is also a very important part of the Earth’s ecosystem and by incorporating jungle-themed wallpaper, it is possible to teach children from a young age about the importance of the jungle.

Elephant Kingdom – A mural that shows two majestic elephants and a few colorful parrots in a leafy green palm environment.

Giraffe Kingdom – Cute giraffes chilling in the jungle surrounded by palm trees and exotic birds.

Jungle Freedom – Monkeys, zebras, and parrots having the time of their life in ancient ruins in the jungle.

The Land of Love – Lions, birds, and exotic flowers. The scene is at ancient ruins and has lots of palm trees and beautiful colors.

Woodland creatures

From animated animal scenes to realistic and calming forest themes. Woodland creature wallpaper is a great way how to learn, explore, and spark the imagination.

Bear Happiness – Three little animated bears sharing a pot of honey. This scene is perfect for the classroom of the youngest!

Playful foxes – Three little animated foxes playing in the woods. They look cute, playful, and yet calming.

Bunnies on Vacation – A mural of bunnies doing different activities – playing, sleeping, watching, hiding, and so on.

Daily Life of Pandas – Four animated panda bears are living their daily life in this amazing mural for kids.

Beauty of Forest – This realistic mural of a forest scene brings nature to life! You can see a deer and a doe in the front, some wild horses in the back, and an eagle flying over the scene. The background is beautiful mountains.

Wallpaper ideas for elementary school classrooms

Elementary school children range from age 6 to 10. At 6 years old they will love some of the preschool themes but closer to 10 years old, they will need more mature wallpaper patterns. So, let’s explore what are some good wallpaper options for elementary school classrooms!

Realistic Animals

One option would be to step away from the animated themes and go more realistic. By choosing realistic animal wallpaper you still get colors and different patterns, but the realistic-looking animals bring some maturity. This type of wallpaper is especially perfect for classes that are nature-oriented.

Tropic Fish – Colorful fish with green leaves. This wallpaper is calming but the intense color scheme makes it a bold statement.

Soar the Sky – Drawn brown swallows flying around a beige background. It is neutral yet interesting wallpaper.

Fly by Butterfly – The perfect wallpaper for a biology class. It features a lot of butterflies and it can evoke interest in the children to learn more about these animals!

Busy Bee – Another quite neutral wallpaper with an interesting twist. The bees are drawn but in a realistic way. It can be a great focus point of the class about why bees are so important!

Minimalistic patterns

Wallpaper for a class can also be just decorative – an element that makes the room feel cozy and inspires learning. Here are some minimalist wallpaper patterns that are great for a subtle accent!

Poly Lines – Abstract pattern in black and beige of triangles. It can have a calming effect as well as help students focus.

Hand Drawn Grid – This wallpaper that reminds you of a grid paper is perfect for a math classroom!

Curved Sage Lines – To bring a little bit of color and abstract shapes this wallpaper with sage-colored lines is perfect.

Hexagon Dots – The repetitive pattern of hexagons made of dots can enhance focus and relaxed state.

Art Deco

ArtDeco is a classical art style from 1920 to 1930. Wallpaper in this style can be perfect for a history classroom or even an art class. The patterns are sophisticated and can be subtle. By creating a specific environment it is possible to start teaching even young children about different topics.

Give a Toast – ArtDeco was popular for using geometrical shapes. This diamond-shaped wallpaper is a great representation of it.

Blue Lodge – Another popular shape of ArtDeco is the fan. This wallpaper combines the fan pattern with a popular color of the time – teal.

Glamorous – Another great wallpaper with a fan pattern. It is white and beige and makes a perfect neutral wallpaper for almost any classroom.

In conclusion

We hope you found some wallpaper inspiration for your classroom makeover! From animated scenes to realistic animals and historically accurate wallpapers. Choose what suits your classroom the best and what brings out the best characteristics of your students! And remember, if you cannot find the perfect wallpaper, make your own!