Free Craft Activity: First Day of School Printables

Print and make these free first day of school crafts, perfect for kids going back to school or starting school in 2026.

The new school year is calling! It’s an exciting time filled with fresh starts, new stationery, smart new outfits and all the little accessories that make the first day feel special. Is there anything better than a freshly stocked pencil case and a brand-new backpack?

Starting school can also bring a mix of nerves and anticipation. To help make the moment extra special, our clever designers have created these fun free printables to celebrate this important milestone. Whether kids are starting school for the first time or moving up to a new grade, they’ll love filling these out and making them their own.

Three separate printables are included: a fun fill-in page where kids can share their grade, age and new teacher’s name, a cheerful poster to hang on their wall and a cute flag to wave on the first day of school, perfect for capturing that all-important first day picture.

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You Will Need:

A printer
Lightweight cardstock or sturdy paper
Scissors
Coloring pens or pencils
A stick or pencil for the flag
Ribbons for decorating (optional)
Pom-poms for decorating (optional)

Back to School Printables

1. Printable Fill-In Page

Kids can fill in all their key information including their name, grade, age and teacher’s name.

2. Printable Poster

Add a name at the top and fill in the grade in the banner. This fun design can be used year after year, making it a keepsake for every new school milestone. It can be downloaded in A4 or A3 size.