WOULD YOU LIKE ACCESS TO ALL THE FREEBIES FOR ELEMENTARY TEACHERS? ➔

The free classroom decor guide which shares tips for elementary teachers to set up their classroom on a budget.

Create a Beautiful Classroom with the Help of this Freebie

Classroom Color Scheme Ideas for Elementary Teachers

If you are looking for classroom color scheme ideas, then you found the right place! This post explains what classroom color schemes are and why they’re helpful, how to choose yours, ideas for how to implement it, and printable resources to help you execute it. Learn all about these classroom color palette ideas below!

classroom color scheme ideas

What is a Classroom Color Scheme?

A classroom color scheme is an arrangement or combination of colors that are used in a learning environment.

Why Use a Classroom Color Palette?

A classroom color scheme is a great choice for a number of reasons. First, it gives your classroom an organized, cohesive look. Whether you stick to one color or incorporate a few, having some kind of theme makes everything look more put together.

Second of all, a color scheme looks great paired with any other classroom theme (tropical, mermaid, mountains, etc). This allows you to add more color to your classroom and prevent it from becoming too theme based.

Finally, you can choose a color scheme based on the items that are already in your room. For example, if you have a lot of blue storage items, you might want to use a blue color scheme to bring the whole room together. However, if your room is very plain, a color scheme is great way to bright things up.

How Do I Choose a Classroom Color Palette?

Selecting a color palette for your classroom is easy! Here are a few things you might want to consider that will help you choose.

  • What is my favorite color?
  • Are there any colors that are already present in my classroom?
  • Are there any colors that I want to highlight that are already present in my room?
  • What color or colors would look good with my current classroom theme?
  • What feeling do I want to have in my classroom?

5 Ways to Implement a Classroom Color Palette

Below are 5 ways you can implement a cohesive color palette in your classroom.

  • Select bulletin board backgrounds with your color scheme.
  • Use bulletin board trim that matches or compliments your color scheme.
  • Find storage or spray paint storage so it matches your color scheme.
  • Add decorations throughout that use your color scheme (posters, signs, etc.).
  • Use labels that have your color scheme on them.

10+ Color Ideas for a Classroom Color Scheme

Check out the classroom color schemes below, which are available individually as well as part of my classroom decor collection!

red classroom decororange classroom decoryellow classroom decorgreen classroom decor
blue classroom decoraqua classroom decorpurple classroom decorpink classroom decor
brown classroom decorgrey classroom theme decorblack and white classroom theme

Share it:

Email
Facebook
Pinterest
Twitter

Get Your Classroom Decor FREEBIE!

classroom decor guide
This classroom decor guide includes helpful tips and ideas for decorating your classroom.