Positive:
* Exciting
* Nervous
* Curious
* Overwhelmed
* Anxious
* Hopeful
* New
* Fresh
* Exciting
* Daunting
Negative:
* Lonely
* Scared
* Uncomfortable
* Lost
* Discouraged
Neutral:
* Observant
* Analytical
* Impressed
* Observational
* Observing
* Quiet
* Introspective
The specific words that best describe a first day at school depend on the individual's personality, experiences, and the circumstances of the day.