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Printable Back to School Colouring and Sticker Worksheets

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The start of a new school year is the perfect opportunity to help students feel excited, settled, and ready to learn. Back to School Colouring Worksheets and Stickers worksheets are a fun and engaging way to ease children into classroom routines while fostering creativity and self-expression.

These resources are perfect for a variety of situations, whether it’s the first week of school, early finisher activities, or quiet moments when students need to refocus. Colouring activities not only provide a calming outlet but also support the development of fine motor skills, concentration, and confidence. Stickers add an extra layer of motivation and enjoyment, making tasks feel rewarding and encouraging positive behaviour.

Used at home or in the classroom, these activities create a welcoming and inclusive environment where students can feel comfortable, engaged, and ready to embrace the school year ahead. They help set the tone for a positive learning experience, giving children a sense of accomplishment and excitement from the very first day.

1. Back to School - Colouring Worksheets

These colouring worksheets are designed to spark imagination while helping children get comfortable with their new classroom environment. Each worksheet features school-themed illustrations that make learning fun and interactive, perfect for quiet moments or as a hands-on activity to start the day.

Materials Required:

Step-by-Step Instructions:

  • Download and Print
    Download the colouring worksheets and print them on standard A4 paper. For best results, use good-quality paper to prevent colours from bleeding through.

  • Prepare Materials

    Provide students with colouring pencils, crayons, or markers, ensuring all materials are age-appropriate and safe.

  • Colouring Time

    Provide students with colouring pencils, crayons, or markers, ensuring all materials are age-appropriate and safe. You may also wish to offer a variety of colours to encourage creativity and personal expression.

  • Share and Display (Optional)
    Invite students to share their work or display finished sheets on a classroom wall or bulletin board.

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2. Back to School Stickers

Add a splash of excitement to the first days of school with colourful stickers! Perfect for celebrating achievements, rewarding positive behaviour, decorating notebooks, or personalising school supplies, these vibrant stickers help turn everyday classroom moments into something special.

Stickers encourage creativity, boost motivation, and give children a sense of pride and ownership over their work, making learning more fun, engaging, and rewarding from day one.

Materials Required:

Step-by-Step Instructions:

  • Print the Sticker Sheet
    Print the sticker designs on sticker paper, label paper or standard A4 paper. If using regular paper, you can cut and attach with glue.

  • Cut the Stickers
    Pre-cut stickers for younger students, or allow older students to cut them out as a fine motor activity.

  • Explain How to Use
    Show students where stickers can be used (workbooks, reward charts, name labels, or colouring sheets).

  • Apply Stickers
    Let students peel and place stickers carefully or glue them, reinforcing positive behaviour or completed tasks.

  • Celebrate Effort
    Use stickers as encouragement for participation, good listening, or completing activities.

Click the below images for your free downloadable and printable worksheets

For more back-to-school resources, check out our checklist worksheet for Kids and Parents! With the 2026 back-to-school season approaching, now’s the perfect time to get organised for a smooth start. Whether you’re a parent prepping your child or a student gearing up to succeed, a well-planned checklist makes all the difference.

From stationery and backpacks to uniforms, textbooks, and tech accessories, planning ahead helps avoid last-minute stress. Getting prepared sets the stage for a positive, productive year, letting children focus on learning and growth from day one through the final term.

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