A black and white classroom decor is preferable for older students. Some teachers prefer it because it is less cutesy and less distracting. A simple theme like this is easy to work with because you don’t have to worry about clashing colors. A hint of another color is fine but the main colors are just black and white.

You can choose the only use the solid colors of black and white in your classroom or you can use patterns in black and white like chevron, polka dots, plaid, or a checkered pattern.

I love to find awesome classroom decor ideas. As an Amazon affiliate, I may earn a commission for purchases using my links. The ideas and paid links below are based on Amazon finds that are great for making a black and white classroom.

Black and White Classroom Decor Ideas

Black and white bulletin boards with simple polka dot borders. A plain white border can be layered with a plain black and vice-versa. You can also use the chevron pattern but use it in moderation because too much chevron is a bit too stimulating especially for persons that are prone to seizures (photosensitive epilepsy).

Black and white classroom storage design: white shelves with black storage cubes and black plastic bins.

Use floral pompoms or dot cutouts on paper fans to match a black and white classroom theme.

Label your drawer organizers with printable labels. The one in the picture above was done using the glossy clear Avery stickable printer paper.

Keep your classroom forms easily accessible in this black and white chevron wall hanging file organizer.

Black and White Classroom Decor Printables

There are lots of black and white printables that you can use to decorate your classroom. See black and white classroom decor printables in my TpT collection. In it you will find posters, labels, name plates, list sheets, and planners.

These printables are from my TpT collection. You get to download them instantly upon purchase and they can be used for years because you’ll have lifetime access to the files. You will be notified if I make any updates to the files and any updated versions will be available to you.

Black and White Classroom Decorations

Here are more Amazon finds to match a Black and White Classroom theme:

These are teacher desk accents for a black and white classroom.

The teacher who bought this rug from Amazon says that it gives her upper elementary classroom a sophisticated look. See more black and white classroom rugs in this blog post.

Use these sturdy Black and gray classroom library bins to organize the books in your classroom library.

See the black and white versions of the bins above here.

I love this cute black and white dots clipboard.

Use clear classroom storage pouches to easily store and sort flashcards and printables. The black zips match a black and white classroom theme.

More black and white classroom decor ideas will be added as I find them. Have I missed any that you have tried? If you have an idea to share, I’d love to read about it in the comments.