September always gets here faster than expected, and the list of things your child needs is longer than you remembered. Here at 22Words, we’ve done the searching so you don’t have to. From durable backpacks and personalised water bottles to warm coats and reliable tech, here are 20 essentials that will have your child sorted for the new term without the last-minute panic.
Grab this Eastpak backpack for only £31, which is built to survive school runs and heavy textbooks!
This classic Eastpak backpack is practically indestructible. Featuring heavily padded shoulder straps for supreme comfort, it is roomy, secure, and has water-resistant fabric to protect library books.
A classic school pencil case built to survive a full academic year of daily wear and tear.
Made from recycled polyester, this pencil case is spacious, and it easily houses all their everyday pens, pencils, and a scientific calculator without cluttering their bag.
Make sure their bottle returns home with custom laser engraving.
This durable, double-walled stainless steel bottle keeps water icy cold for up to 24 hours. You can easily personalize it with their name, a unique pattern, or a custom graphic.
The absolute essential for the British school run: a waterproof coat.
This lightweight and durable rain jacket keeps kids bone-dry. It has a spacious fit to easily accommodate thick school jumpers or hoodies underneath without restricting movement.
Grab these volume-limiting kids’ headphones for only £15.
Perfect for tablets, laptops, and school-issued learning devices. These headphones have a built-in volume limiter to protect younger, sensitive ears, and it is durable enough to survive being stuffed repeatedly into school bags.
The Didiseen drawstring bag for PE, which is a non-negotiable.
This spacious, lightweight drawstring bag keeps muddy trainers and gym kit separated from school books. It comes in brilliant colors and is easy for kids to carry.
A geometry set that is an absolute must-have from Year 7 onwards.
This classic, comprehensive math set includes a reliable compass, protractor, set squares, and ruler. It comes in a sturdy metal tin that keeps all their drawing instruments completely organised and protected.
Ditch single-use plastic bags for this incredibly durable bento box.
With smart internal dividers to keep food separated, this lunch box is also leak-proof, and it has an airtight seal that prevents messy school bag spills. It is built to last through years of school lunches.
Grab the ultimate playground-approved shoes.
With iconic retro styling that kids love, these unisex Kickers are created from scuff-resistant leather, run true to size, and give all-day support for active feet.
Fast-charging USB-C cable and plug for older pupils carrying school-issued iPads or laptops.
This USB-C charging cable and high-speed plug ensure their devices are powered up and ready for classroom lessons, preventing last-minute battery panics.
Keep school dinners fresh from morning drop-off to lunchtime with this lunch bag.
This roomy, insulated lunch bag is tall enough to fit a 500ml drink bottle alongside two meal-deal-sized boxes. It comes in several fun patterns perfect for school trips.
A scientific calculator: a necessity for GCSE maths and science.
This standard scientific calculator features a clear, high-resolution display and intuitive buttons. Grab it early in the summer to beat the inevitably mad September rush.
Mini snack containers which are perfect for morning break snacks, chopped fruit, crackers, or grapes.
These compact, mini pots fit snugly in any school bag without taking up valuable space, ensuring their healthy snacks stay crisp and unbruised.
Comply with strict school uniform policies with these lightweight all-black PE trainers.
These adidas trainers are breathable and cushioned; they are perfect for outdoor sports, indoor PE sessions, and general playground exercise.
A health-tracking kids’ smartwatch, since most UK schools ban mobile phones in class.
This sleek smartwatch is the perfect loophole to keep them on time. It monitors daily step counts, has great battery life, and looks incredibly expensive without the designer price tag.
Grab this wet kit bag for swimming lessons for only £15!
Weekly swimming lessons are a standard part of the UK school curriculum, but the wet kit bag is often forgotten. This backpack can hold towels, swimwear, and other items easily, featuring clever, quick-drying mesh panels to prevent damp odors.
Keep secondary school homework and exam dates completely on track with this diary.
This academic diary helps pupils plan out projects, log daily assignments, and build time-management habits early in the term.
Grab this clothing name label; the most forgotten back-to-school essential until an expensive jumper disappears.
These durable iron-on labels feature crisp, ultra-clear printing. They adhere securely to fabric tags and survive dozens of hot washing machine cycles without peeling.
Protect expensive, school-issued tech with this tablet sleeve.
This heavily cushioned, scratch-resistant sleeve safely houses laptops and tablets, keeping screen panels pristine from everyday playground drops and backpack clutter.
Grab this set of 100 colouring pencils and felt tips for only £10.
This high-quality set includes break-resistant coloring pencils and wash-friendly felt tips, keeping them stocked for creative classroom projects and homework assignments. Perfect for primary schoolers who burn through art supplies.