Back to School with Stickers: Starting the New Year with Confidence
Back to School with Stickers: Starting the New Year with Confidence
For teachers, support staff and parents, that “back to school” feeling is a mix of excitement, planning and (let’s be honest) a bit of chaos. Whether you're setting up a new classroom or helping a child settle into a new routine, stickers can make those first few weeks feel friendly and calm.
Why Use Stickers at the Start of Term?
Stickers aren’t just for fun, they help children feel seen, encouraged, and part of the group from day one.
- A “Welcome Back!” sticker breaks the ice
- A reward for trying hard builds trust
- A personalised sticker helps children recognise key adults
- Visual stickers can support pupils with additional needs
Whether you’re teaching a class, running interventions, or supporting one-to-one, stickers are an easy way to say: “You’re doing great.”
Ready-Printed or Customised – What’s Best?
Ready-Printed Stickers
Quick, cheerful, and great to have on hand. These are ideal for busy classrooms and day-to-day encouragement.
👉 Explore Ready-Printed Stickers
Customised Stickers
Add your name or a short message. These are perfect for building relationships and helping pupils feel recognised.
👉 Create Customised Stickers
Ideas for Back to School Stickers
Here are a few messages we’ve seen work really well:
- “Great start to the year!”
- “You tried your best today!”
- “Welcome to Year 3!”
Simple words can mean a lot, especially when they come with a friendly sticker.
Keep It Simple. Keep It Encouraging.
As the term begins, things don’t need to be perfect—they just need to feel supportive. Stickers help children feel noticed, appreciated, and part of something good. And that’s what school should be all about.