Download a free printable first day of school sign for back-to-school photos. This pack is designed around the actual search intent: a sign you can print immediately, write on, and hold for a first-day photo—not an article that makes you hunt for the file.
Download 15 First Day of School Signs
What’s Included
The PDF includes 15 US Letter pages: a generic First Day of School sign, Pre-K, Kindergarten, and individual signs for 1st through 12th grade. Each page has fill-in lines for the student’s name, teacher, school, age, and future goal.
Best Way to Print the Signs
Print one page on bright white cardstock at 100% scale. For repeated family use, place the sheet in a clear page protector and write on the protector with a dry-erase marker. You can also print on regular copy paper and mount it on a clipboard or piece of cardboard for a sturdier photo prop.
First Day of School Sign by Grade
If you need a more kindergarten-specific design, see the first day of kindergarten printable signs. For more back-to-school activities, try the back-to-school coloring pages and free printable worksheets.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is the first day of school sign really free?
Yes. The PDF on this page is provided as a free printable for personal, family, classroom, or school-event use.
What paper size should I use?
The signs are formatted for US Letter paper, 8.5 × 11 inches.
Can I print only one grade?
Yes. In your PDF print dialog, choose the page number for the grade you want instead of printing all 15 pages.
Is there a kindergarten version?
Yes. This pack includes kindergarten, and there is also a separate kindergarten page with additional layouts.