Looking to transform your classroom into a magical world of wizardry and enchantment? Look no further than our Harry Potter classroom decoration ideas! From posters featuring your favorite characters and spells to themed bulletin boards and door decorations, we have everything you need to create a Hogwarts-inspired learning environment. Get ready to cast a spell on your students with our Harry Potter classroom decorations!
- Entering the world of Wizarding Magic
I used a “Welcome” image I found on google and created an SVG file to cut on my Cameo Silhouette.
If you’re a Harry Potter fan and a teacher, there’s no better way to combine your two passions than by decorating your classroom with Hogwarts-inspired decor. With a little creativity and some basic crafting supplies, you can transform your classroom into a magical world of wizardry and wonder. In this blog post, we’ll share some DIY Harry Potter classroom decoration ideas that are sure to impress your students.
2. House Banners
One of the most iconic symbols of Hogwarts are the house banners. You can easily create your own house banners using felt or paper in the house colors: red and gold for Gryffindor, green and silver for Slytherin, blue and bronze for Ravenclaw, and yellow and black for Hufflepuff. Hang them above the blackboard or on the walls of your classroom to give your space an authentic Hogwarts feel.
I used black table clothe and cut my banners with a triangle tips. I then printed the House logos big enough to fit in the center of each banner. I cut the logo out and used my laminator to laminate the logo and then hot glued it the banner. I printed and cut two for each banner as I made them double sided.
3. Potion Bottles
Create a collection of potion bottles to line your shelves and create an atmosphere of potions class. Fill clear bottles with colored water, add a label with a potion name and use string or wire to attach tags that display their ingredients and instructions. Make sure to include some funny and magical ingredients like “Dragon Blood” or “Flobberworm Mucus” to make your classroom feel like a true Potions dungeon. I purchased my potion bottles from Dollar Tree during the Halloween decoration season. Buy early they do go fast!
4. Wands
Set up a wand station in your classroom where students can pick out their own wand before the start of each class. You can create wands from dowels or wooden chopsticks, decorate them with paint, and attach tags with the students’ names on them. This will make your classroom feel like Ollivanders wand shop and get students excited for the magical lessons ahead.
For my personal classroom, I created wands at the beginning of the school year and they were able to select their welcome bag that corresponded with their house they were sorted into during the sorting ceremony. I took regular #2 pencils and spray painted them black. I then took hot glue and created different designs and painted with a silver/grey paint. These did take a couple coats to cover.
5. Quidditch Hoops
If you have a space large enough, you can create your own Quidditch pitch. Make hoops out of PVC pipe and spray paint them gold. Attach them to the walls or a stand and use a small ball as the Quaffle. This will allow your students to feel like they are part of the wizarding world and can bring some excitement to your classroom.
I did create smaller quidditch pitch using the rings from Dollar Tree found in the crafting section. I spray painted them gold and glued dowel rod to the bottom of the ring and then glued them onto my wall.
6. Floating Candles
Hogwarts is known for its floating candles, and you can create the same effect in your classroom. You can hang battery-operated candles from the ceiling using fishing line or transparent wire. This will create a magical and cozy atmosphere, perfect for reading or studying. My candles are from Dollar Tree and they come out during the Christmas Decoration Season.
These DIY Harry Potter classroom decoration ideas are sure to make your classroom a magical and exciting place for your students. By incorporating these decorations into your classroom, you’ll not only inspire your students to learn, but also give them a fun and memorable experience they won’t forget. Remember, the sky’s the limit when it comes to creating a Hogwarts-inspired classroom, so don’t be afraid to get creative and let your imagination run wild!