Classroom Rules for Kindergarten

Establishing some classroom rules for kindergarten is important not only to keep order in the classroom, but also as a way of introducing young students to following rules outside of the home.

Rules for Kindergarten Classrooms

Consider going over each of these rules with your students, and posting them somewhere where they are visible to all members of the class.

• Share classroom toys with one another.
• Pay attention when the teacher speaks.
• Raise your hand if you would like to speak.
• Do not interrupt other students.
• Do not leave the classroom without asking the teacher.
• Clean up an area when you are done playing there.
• Put all of your belongings into your cubby at the beginning of the day.
• Do your homework each night.
• Bring your folder home to your parents at the end of each day.
• Write your name on the back of your artwork.
• Do not stand on tables or chairs.
• Do not open windows without permission from the teacher.
• Do not open the door without permission from the teacher.
• Sit quietly in a circle when the teacher says that it is circle time.
• Treat others nicely.
• Walk in the classroom. Do not run.
• Do not be mean to other students in the classroom.
• Tell your teacher if someone says or does something mean to you.
• Do not push.
• Do not shove.
• Do not hit.
• Do not throw any toys, books, lunchboxes, etc.
• Make sure to wash your hands after you use the bathroom.
• Pay attention to morning announcements.
• Pay attention to the Pledge of Allegiance.
• Say the Pledge of Allegiance with your classmates.
• Wear your name tag when told to do so.
• Clean up after yourself after snacks and/or lunch.
• Wash your hands before eating.
• Do not share food with your classmates.
• Tell your teacher if you are feeling sick or need to go to the nurse.
• Tell your teacher if you get hurt.
• Always say "Please" and "Thank you."
• Respect other people in the classroom.
• Work quietly when asked to do so.
• Stayed seated when asked to do so.
• Stay in a line when walking through the hallways.
• Listen to other teachers (gym teacher, art teacher, etc.)
• Make sure to return your library books.
• Always use your indoor voice.
• Do not shout, scream, or yell at other individuals.

Considerations Regarding Classroom Rules

There are a few notes which you must consider when implementing classroom rules for kindergarten.

Make Parents Aware of the Rules

Make sure the parents are aware of the classroom rules and the rules that apply to them. For example, in many schools, students cannot bring peanut butter into the classroom. Therefore, you would need to make the parents aware of such a rule. Parents might also be responsible for checking their child's folder every night or sending them in with various items during the week.

Customize Rules When Necessary

Be aware of special situations which may necessitate special rules or a different implementation of the rules. If you have a child who has severe hearing loss, you will need to realize that his or her "indoor voice" might be quite louder than the other children's. In religious schools, you should also include rules about paying attention to morning prayer, participating in the prayer, and being respectful and participatory in worship services.