Back To School and College Gift Guide

As the lazy days of half term, summer or the festive cheer of the Christmas holidays draw to a close, students everywhere are gearing up to head back to school or college. It’s a time filled with anticipation for the year ahead, and what better way to kick off the new term than with a thoughtful gift to boost morale and productivity? Our back to school gift guide is here to help you find the ideal present for students of all ages.

I’ve put together a few essentials and gift ideas to get you started. Of course, school is all about stationery, so here is my essential stationery list for school if that’s what you are thinking about as well!

Back To School Essentials

Backpacks For College

The one most essential back to school item is a backpack! These backpacks for college are not only stylish and functional but also sustainable. Perfect for the eco-conscious college student on the go! I love their minimalist design complemented by practical features. Everything from your laptops to textbooks can be carried with ease and comfort throughout a busy day.

Aluminium Drinks Bottles

A drink bottle is also very much essential for school. This LOL aluminium bottle is a great choice from GB Posters.

School Shoes

Tough school shoes are a must. Kids love running about in the playground, which is tough on shoes. L will be heading to preschool in her new Treads. These are velcro fastened and come with a 12 month indestructible guarantee, designed for active kids in mind!

Personalised Notebook

This Panda Ballerina Kid’s Notebook can be personalised with a name and age. Notebooks are always handy at school and this one is super cute from Gift Pup where they also have lots more kids’ gift ideas. Ideal for the schoolbag or drawing at home. Available in A4 or A5, lined or plain.

Standing Pencil Case

Every child needs a pencil case for school. How about choosing this standing pencil case? It’s made of silicone and can be used as a pen pot as well by pressing down the bottom of the pen case. It’s of Japanese design and there are many fun designs available.

Stationery

Stationery is an essential item for any child’s school bag. We love these items from Stabilo to brighten up your drawings.

Encyclopedia

An encyclopedia is a useful item for starting school. With so much to learn about, this book will help your child on the journey. It can also be personalised with a name of your choice. You can choose either a hardback or softback version over at gift experience.

Lily O’Brien’s Crispy Butterscotch Share Bags

A nice way to get to know your new teacher would be to share some chocolate with them. These Crispy Butterscotch Share Bags from Lily O’Brien’s are delicious and made with only the finest ingredients. They are available in major retailers nationwide, including Asda and Morrisons, or online at www.lilyobriens.co.uk.

Kleenex Pocket Pack Tissues

These tissues are perfect for kids going back to school. They fit easily into coat pockets and school bags. Great for everyday use. You may also need them at the school gate when your little one starts their first day!

Nit Shampoo

Hedrin all in one headlice shampoo. Yes the dreaded nits, it’s probably inevitable that your child may catch nits at some point. So it’s handy to keep a bottle of this in the cupboard for emergencies.

ACE Stain Remover

Keeping the school uniform presentable is a toughie. Tackle the most common back to school stains and keep the school uniform fresh, clean, vibrant and long-lasting with ACE. Products start from just £2 each!

For more information visit acecleanuk.co.uk or to buy head to your local Tesco’s, Morrison’s, The Range, Wilko, Waitrose and Sainsbury’s.

Healthy Snacks With Fruit Bowl

Fruit Bowl create fruit snacks and treats many of which contribute towards your 5 a day, making it easier for parents to give their children healthy snacks that they enjoy! Ideal for lunch boxes or after school snacks.

Readily available at Morrisons, Sainsbury’s, Tesco, The Co-Op, Asda, Waitrose and on Ocado,

Snack Time! – Peperami and Cheese Snack Box

The Peperami and Cheese Snack Box are high in protein and a great source of calcium, A perfect fun addition to lunch boxes or an afterschool homework snack.

Available from supermarkets and convenience stores nationwide, with an RRP of £1.50 for a 50g pack.

Get More Vits Kids Drink

The tastiest way to keep your kids hydrated and their daily dose of vitamins. Perfect for school packed lunches. Available from Amazon – a 12 pack case for £10.99

Mid Year Academic Diary

The stylish hard-backed Disney Mickey Mouse A5 mid-year academic diary boasts a stunning Mickey design, front and back, depicting the iconic cartoon character.

It’s in an A5 format with a week shown over 2 pages for all those vital appointments, with lots of space for students to jot down reminders of what to take to classes. There are also address pages, notes pages, notable dates, and a year-to-view calendar to keep on top of what’s coming up. RRP £9.99 available at Danilo

Thanks for stopping by today, I hope you’ve enjoyed this post and are getting organised with this back to school gift guide.