Self-Care Poster

A self-care poster for schools, workplaces and home

A self-care poster is a gentle, everyday reminder to look after yourself. Self-care is not about spa days; it is about the small habits that keep us well, such as drinking water, getting enough sleep, moving our bodies and spending time with people we care about. A cheerful poster on the wall helps those habits stick for pupils, students and staff alike.

These four designs suit different ages and spaces, from a playful teacup for primary classrooms to calm, stylish designs for staff rooms and offices. Every poster is printed in the UK on thick 260gsm paper with soft, rich colour.

Four self-care poster designs

Choose a design from the Design menu above and the main image switches to show it.

Design 1 – “My Self-Care Checklist”

A simple checklist with five daily habits: drink water, get outside, move your body, rest and sleep, and talk to a friend. Great for classrooms, form rooms and bedrooms.

Design 2 – “Self-Care Isn’t Selfish”

An elegant line drawing of a woman hugging herself among wildflowers, with the reminder that you can’t pour from an empty cup. Beautiful in staff rooms, offices and wellbeing spaces.

Design 3 – “Fill Your Cup”

A smiling teapot fills a happy teacup with hearts and rainbows, alongside four habits: sleep, play, eat well and be kind. Made for EYFS and primary classrooms.

Design 4 – “Rest Is Productive”

A calm night sky with a glowing moon and a sleepy cloud, reminding busy students and staff to switch off, recharge and come back stronger.

Want your own self-care ideas or support contacts on the poster? Choose Upload Your Design and follow our artwork guide.

Why self-care matters

Small habits add up. Regular sleep, fresh air, movement and time with friends all support good mental health, yet they are often the first things to slip when life gets busy. A friendly reminder on the wall makes these habits feel normal and achievable, and helps pupils and staff notice when they need to slow down.

How to use self-care posters

In primary schools, use Design 3 to talk about what fills pupils’ cups and ask them to add their own ideas to a class display. In secondary schools and colleges, Design 1 makes a useful weekly check-in during tutor time, while Design 4 reminds students that rest is part of good revision. In workplaces, place Designs 2 and 4 in staff rooms and break areas to encourage people to take proper breaks.

Self-care posters work best alongside other wellbeing messages. Pair them with our stress awareness poster, mental health awareness poster and It’s OK Not To Be OK poster, so practical habits sit alongside support and reassurance.

Sizes and prices

Every design is printed on 260gsm paper in a matte or satin finish (satin is our most popular). Prices are the same for every design:

• A4 – £9.99: bedrooms, desks and noticeboards
• A3 – £14.99: classrooms, staff rooms and kitchens
• A2 – £19.99: corridors and wellbeing rooms
• A1 – £29.99: receptions and halls
• A0 – £39.99: large display walls

Need them quickly? Next Day delivery is £9.99 when you Order Before 12PM. See next day poster printing and our delivery information for details.

Where to display self-care posters

• Primary classrooms and calm corners
• Form rooms, sixth form centres and libraries
• Staff rooms, offices and break areas
• Wellbeing rooms and pastoral offices
• Bedrooms, home offices and student halls

More wellbeing posters

Browse all our mental health posters, including the motivational poster. Ordering for several schools or sites? Contact us for bulk prices.