The average parent spend is rising, so prioritise core kit first (uniform, shoes, labels, lunch, hydration). Look for Clubcard‑style promos and stick with durable picks that last the year.
Pen Heaven’s new kids’ stationery drop blends fun + function for the new term. From the LEGO Locking Yellow Notebook & Gel Pen (£22) to Legami’s Wonderwow Monster Pencil Case (£13) and the pocket‑money Invisible Ink Space Magic Pen (£4), these tactile picks help children write neatly, organise bags and enjoy homework. Build sets by year group below and see the back‑to‑school checklist for stress‑free mornings.
In the blink of an eye, the school summer holidays are almost at an end, and with September rapidly looming, back to school preparations are fully underway. For parents, getting the kids ready for the start of term can prove a highly stressful and costly experience at the best of times.
It shouldn’t be tricky should it? I mean choosing a lunch box should be like a two second task right? It’s just a lunch box, aren’t they all the same?