19 Cute Christmas Classroom Doors to Welcome the Holidays In

For teachers, Christmas decorations extend well beyond their tree and garland at home. Teachers have always been known to decorate their classroom doors with fun crafts, student artwork, and more. The rise of social media platforms (Instagram, Pinterest) have given way to some truly impressive classroom door artwork. The holidays have a way of sneaking up on us, so it’s always a good idea to plan ahead, and teachers have always found the absolute cutest Christmas classroom door decorations. Whether you want to be “punny,” adorable, or straight up elaborate, these ideas are amazing inspiration. Plus, you’ll see some of the kids’ favorite characters like Olaf and The Grinch make appearances on these classroom doors. Bring on the classroom cheer!

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Fa La La La Llama

Anna Hulsey via Instagram/@hangingwithmrshulsey

This cheeky door is so much fun. Plus, this teacher got her kids to write their favorite holiday traditions on each Christmas light for a personal touch. Check out more from Anna Hulsey on her Instagram account here.

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The Grinch

Keila Delfina via Instagram/@keiladelfina.k2

Who doesn’t love this classic Christmas movie? You’ll definitely need some artistic skills to pull off a door this impressive, but the result is so cute. See more from Keila Delfina on her Instagram account here.

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Let it Snow, Let It Snow, Let it Snow!

Taryn Vitacca via Instagram/@taryn_jae_vitacca

This cheerful snowman is a simple and sweet way to decorate your door. If you want to get the kids involved, have them make paper snowflakes to add their own personal touch. Check out more from Taryn Vitacca on her Instagram account here.

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The Nice List

Instagram/@nicole_mantooth

Is your class on The Nice List? If so, this cozy fireplace door decoration is a sweet way to show it off! See more from Nicole Mantooth on her Instagram account here.

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Santa’s Off Duty

Cindy Martin/Teacher’s Brain Blog

If you’re celebrating a coastal Christmas, this idea we found on Teacher’s Brain is such a cute way to decorate your door.

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Olaf from “Frozen”

Instagram/@misstechqueen

This creative teacher put a cute spin on a famous quote from Frozen, which can be switched up to fit whatever subject you teach. Check out more from Dena, aka Miss Tech Queen, on her Instagram account here.

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#sELFie Time

Erin Thomas via Instagram/@ms.thomas.3rd

This cute pun gets the students involved in your door decoration, and after the holiday season you can check out all the sELFies taken at your door by giving everyone a hashtag to use. See more from Erin Thomas, a 3rd grade teacher in Tallahasee, on her Instagram account here.

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A Charlie Brown Christmas

Jodi Morrison via Instagram/@create.with.color

A Charlie Brown Christmas is a forever-favorite reminder of some of the most important lessons of the season, and this sweet door perfectly represents that. Check out more from art teacher Jodi Morrison on her Instagram account here.

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All Aboard!

Rebekah Gudgel via Instagram/@from_sawdust_to_sprinkles

Your students will feel like they’re entering a mystical winter wonderland every time they enter your Polar Express-inspired door. See more from Rebekah Gudgel on her Instagram account here.

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Deck the Palms

Instagram/@teachlikeapineapple

Whether your school is located at the beach or somewhere freezing cold and you’re wishing you were at the beach, this tropical setup is so much fun. Check out more from 3rd grade teacher Stephanie at her Instagram account here.

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Starbucks Fix

Crystal Ceresani via Instagram/@thesparklynotebook

This cozy Starbucks setup blends (see what we did there?) a few of our favorite things—coffee, reading, and Christmas cheer! See more from Crystal Ceresani at her Instagram account here.

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Chestnuts Roasting

Instagram/@teachingthird

One of the best parts about the holidays is cozying up by a warm fire, and this adorable door is the prettiest faux fireplace we’ve ever seen! See more from @teachingthird on Miss Tyler’s Instagram account here.

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The Grinch (and Max!)

Instagram/@natalie_loveeee

This fun door decoration actually goes beyond the door! If you have extra wall space, make a tree for the kids to decorate, and don’t forget Max—er Rudolph? See more from Natalie Llano on her Instagram account here.

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Snow Cute!

Kelsey Brust via Instagram/@smalltown_teaching

We can’t help but smile at this cute door! You could replace “we are” with the subject you teach, or “learning,” too. Check out more from Kelsey Brust on her Instagram account here.

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Minimalist Humor

Harper Bryant via Instagram/@mrsbryantteaches3rd

So maybe you’re not quite the artist, or you’ve never been big into Christmas decorations, or you totally forgot about the door decoration contest. You can still decorate your door with a hilarious, simple design like this one, and the students will love it. Check out more from 3rd-grade teacher Harper Bryant’s Instagram page here.

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Elf on a Shelf

Instagram/@myfreddybear

This Elf on a Shelf door is a fun way to let kids know that Santa is even watching them at school to be sure they remain on The Nice List! See more on Instagram here.

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Gingerbread House

Abbee Bourret via Instagram/@ms_boo_boo_

You might want to be part of the art department to attempt a feat such as this incredible gingerbread house display. See more from high school visual art teacher Abbee Bourret on her Instagram account here.

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Perfect Penguin