Kids’ backpacks to get you back-to-school ready.
Getting ready to send the little ones back to school? Chances are, choosing your kids’ backpacks is just one thing on a long list of to-do’s. It’s all good; we’re here to help.
With heaps of styles, colours and prints to choose from, picking a new bag can be an exciting part of the school year for kids. The littlest ones might want a design featuring their favourite cartoon character. And for older kids, it might be a chance to showcase their new style.
Quality counts, and it’s important to find a school backpack that balances form and function with your kids’ favourite fun designs. Your kid’s backpack needs to be sturdy and relatively water-resistant, and you’ll want it to fit (and protect) everything they need – from lunch boxes and books to laptops and sweaty gym clothes.
As our little people grow, taking care of their backs is super important. School bags can get heavy, and if they’re not providing the best support, they can cause back pain.
Keep your kids (and their backs) happy with our top pick of the best back-to-school backpacks out there. With this handy guide, it’ll be a breeze to find the right bag for your kids at any age.
Shop the best backpacks for preschool kids.
Preschool kids love to collect treasures and bring them home, but they’re still fairly little, so you don’t want a backpack that’s going to weigh them down. Smaller bags with multiple compartments will help ensure food is kept separate from any surprises they bring home. An external drink bottle holder is also handy to prevent spills.
Look for kids’ backpacks with clever, age-appropriate features. We love the oversized zipper pulls on the Penny Scallan Design, Backpack Medium - Dino Rock and the mini design of the Culture Kings, Adidas X Disney Mini Backpack – both perfect for little hands!
Shop the best backpacks for primary school kids.
At primary school age, kids really start to discover their unique styles and personalities. Try to resist the temptation to pick out a bag for them and instead, make it a joint decision. If wearing a school uniform is a new experience, helping your child choose a backpack they love can also be a way for them to express themselves.
Kids who love adventure and exploring will love The North Face, Youth Court Jester in this camo print. And for the little artist among us, the pretty pattern on the Billabong, Florence Mahi Backpack might be just the thing they’re looking for.
Keep their backs safe. Always look for a kids’ backpack with broad, padded straps that are adjustable, offering more comfort and protecting growing shoulders.
Shop the best backpacks for high school kids.
By the time they reach high school, chances are your kids will be dragging around heavy textbooks and a laptop (at the very least). Inexpensive, low-quality backpacks probably won’t last a whole school term – let alone a year! – so it’s worth picking the right one. A decent backpack is worth the investment. High school kids are also more likely to travel to and from school by themselves, so you’ll want a bag built for walking or cycling.
Look for features that prioritise fit and comfort, like the ergonomic S-curve shoulder straps and fully padded back panel on the Jansport, Cool Student Backpack.
Make back-to-school prep feel effortless, and have more fun by getting the kids involved. Turn it into a team effort. The more they love their new bag, the more likely they’ll look after it – everyone’s a winner! Shop kids’ backpacks online and in-store with Afterpay.
