Fun and Easy Ways to Decorate Your Spring Daycare Bulletin Board-Plus a Free Printable
The days are getting longer, the weather is warming up, and flowers are starting to bloom—spring is finally here! That means it’s the perfect time to refresh your daycare space with new decorations.
One of the easiest ways to bring seasonal charm into your daycare is by updating your bulletin board with a fun spring theme. In this post, I’ll share how I decorate mine, plus a free printable to help you create your own!
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My Simple Approach to Spring Daycare Bulletin Board Displays
When I first started my childcare, my home was completely overrun with supplies. Everywhere I looked, it felt more like a daycare center than a cozy home. When I moved, I made a promise to myself: twice the house, half the daycare clutter.
So far, I’ve stuck to that goal—but one thing I wasn’t willing to give up was my bulletin board display. It’s always been a simple but special part of my space. Positioned right by my childcare entrance, it’s the first thing parents and kids see when they walk in, making it the perfect spot for a seasonal refresh.
I love switching up my bulletin board decorations for each season or holiday. It’s an easy way to add a pop of color and fun without overwhelming my space.
For spring, I usually go for light and bright pastel colors, but this year, I decided to try something a little different—a mid-century modern color palette—and I absolutely love how it turned out!
Why Have a Seasonal Bulletin Board in Your Daycare?
A seasonal bulletin board not only makes your childcare space feel fresh and inviting, but it also:
Adds color and personality to your entryway or play area. Helps children get excited about the changing seasons. Creates a welcoming atmosphere for parents and visitors. Can be used for learning activities, showcasing children’s artwork, or displaying seasonal themes.
How to Set Up a Spring Bulletin Board on a Budget
Setting up a seasonal bulletin board is easier than you think! You don’t need a huge space or a big budget to create a fun and festive display.
Back in October, while preparing my Halloween bulletin board, I found an inexpensive kit at Walmart for just $5. It came with a large, thick orange background paper and themed cutouts. Since my display space is on the side of a cabinet near my daycare door, this large sheet worked perfectly—and surprisingly, I’ve been able to reuse it for every season since!
If you’re looking for an easy way to start, try these budget-friendly options: Poster boards in seasonal colors from Walmart or Dollar Tree Wrapping paper or fabric for a reusable background Construction paper or printable cutouts to add fun details
And remember, you don’t always need a background! Some spaces, like a whiteboard or cabinet door, work just fine as they are.
Fun and Easy Ways to Decorate Your Spring Bulletin Board
Choosing what to put on your bulletin board is the best part! There are endless ways to make it fun, engaging, and seasonal.
Over the years, I’ve tried all sorts of creative ideas—like turning the entire space into a giant snowman in winter or making Cat in the Hat cutouts with my daycare kids’ faces inside. The best part? They got to take them home as a keepsake after the holiday!
Here are some simple ways to decorate your spring bulletin board:
Use Pre-Made Cutouts – Websites like Oriental Trading have tons of affordable bulletin board decorations.
Repurpose Holiday Supplies – Dig through your seasonal decor bins to find items you can reuse.
DIY with Construction Paper – Simple shapes go a long way!
- Hearts can be turned into shamrocks for St. Patrick’s Day.
- Cut hearts in half to create raindrops for a springtime display.
- Layer circles and ovals to make flowers or butterflies.
A little creativity goes a long way in making your bulletin board both budget-friendly and fun!
Spring Bulletin Board Theme Ideas
If you’re looking for some inspiration, here are a few spring bulletin board ideas to try in your daycare:
1. “Hello Spring” Bulletin Board
- Use a colorful “Hello Spring” banner.
- Add paper flowers, butterflies, or raindrops for a playful touch.
- Feature children’s handprint flowers or artwork!
Related Post: Hello Spring Bulletin Board with Free Printable!
2. “Hoppy Easter” Bulletin Board
- Add cute bunnies, chicks, and eggs for an Easter theme.
- Use pastel colors to create a soft, cheerful look.
- Include a countdown to Easter for extra excitement!
Related Post: Hoppy Easter Bulletin Board – Free Printable!
Finding Inspiration for Your Spring Bulletin Board
When it comes to decorating, inspiration can come from anywhere! For my spring daycare bulletin board, I went beyond just gathering ideas—I found a design I loved while prepping for a craft project with the kids and decided to use all of its elements for my display.
This approach may not be your style, and that’s totally okay! If my free printable isn’t what you’re looking for, keep scrolling—I have plenty of other ideas for you.
Here are some great ways to find inspiration for your bulletin board:
Look Through What You Already Have – Do you have a banner, flag, or old decor that could be repurposed? Even past art projects from your kids might make a great addition.
Search Pinterest for Ideas – There’s no shortage of seasonal bulletin board inspiration on Pinterest! You can find everything from simple designs to elaborate themed setups.
Use Canva for Design Inspiration – If you’re looking for fresh ideas, try browsing Canva.com for graphics and color schemes that you love. You can use them as a guide or even incorporate them into your display, just like I did!
No matter your style, the key is to make your bulletin board fun, engaging, and uniquely yours!
How to Use This Free Printable for Your Spring Bulletin Board
Ready to bring your spring bulletin board to life? Follow these simple steps to print, cut, and laminate your pieces for a long-lasting display!
Step 1: Print Your Free Printable
First, download and print the file. Decide whether to print it at home or take it to a local print shop for higher quality.
Step 2: Cut Out the Pieces
Once your file is printed, turn on your favorite show and start cutting! Most pieces are simple to cut, but the tiny curls on butterflies and flowers can be tricky. Grab a pair of detail scissors and take your time for the best results.
Step 3: Laminate for Durability
After all that cutting, you’ll want to laminate your pieces so they last season after season. Laminating requires one more round of cutting, but it’s worth it!
Laminating Tips:
Leave a small border around each piece when cutting after laminating—this helps keep them sealed. Place pieces carefully inside the laminating sheet to prevent shifting before running them through your machine. Maximize your laminating sheets! If you have other items that need laminating, add them to the sheet to avoid waste.
With your pieces laminated and cut out, you’re ready to decorate your bulletin board and enjoy a bright, cheerful spring display!
My Favorite Products
If you want to know what I use to get my bulletin board, busy books, reusable worksheets etc ready, below I have those items linked. I have found purchasing from Amazon is much cheaper than from Walmart if you can wait the couple days for shipping.
This has been one of the best purchases I have made for my daycare and I cannot believe in the 15+ years I’ve been in business, I have never had one of these.
This is the exact laminator I have and it works amazing. I have tried out both the packs of laminating sheets below and if you’re a brand person, the Scotch laminating sheets are great. If you don’t mind other products, in this case the Amazon Basics brand, for basically the same price you can get 200 sheets and, in my opinion, the quality is very comparable.
My Hello Spring pieces all ready to hang!
This is all the pieces I found, sized, printed, cut, laminated, then cut again. It’s a job that’s for sure, but I am so excited about how cute and different it is!
More Spring-Themed Bulletin Board Ideas
Looking for more spring inspiration? Here are some fun and creative themes to try for your bulletin board:
Easter – Use bunnies, eggs, and pastel colors for a festive springtime look.
Jumping in Mud Puddles – Create rain boot cutouts with kids’ names or add a fun “splish splash” design.
Flowers – Brighten up your space with a garden of paper flowers in different colors and styles.
April Showers Bring May Flowers – Add raindrops, umbrellas, and a colorful flower field to show the transition of seasons.
Flowers Cut from Little Hands – Have kids trace and cut out their handprints to create a unique flower display.
Butterflies – Make a butterfly garden bulletin board with different species and colors.
Sunshine – A cheerful “Hello, Sunshine!” theme with smiling suns and blue skies.
“My Favorite Peeps” – Use chick and bunny cutouts to create a fun Easter-themed board. –or of course marshmallow peeps…FUN!
Planting & Growth – Showcase the life cycle of a plant, a vegetable garden, or a “Watch Us Grow” theme with kids’ photos.
These ideas will help make your daycare space bright, welcoming, and full of spring cheer!
What kind of bulletin board are you going to make?
Spring is the perfect time to refresh your daycare space, and a seasonal bulletin board is a simple way to add some festive cheer. Whether you go for pastel florals, playful Easter designs, or a rainbow-filled display, your daycare will feel warm and welcoming for both kids and parents.
How do you decorate your daycare for spring? Hop over to our Facebook page and let us know!
If you’re needing some more inspiration for fun activities to do at your in-home childcare, check out this fun list of quirky holiday’s you can celebrate with your littles in March!
