The Best Backpack for School Season

Getting a Jansport backpack during my school years was an absolute game-changer! This backpack lasted for years on end and never gave me a single problem. I still have my Jansport backpack to this day, which is a testament to its incredible quality.

My personal favourite range from is the Jansport Super Break Plus, as it is the perfect size for school. This backpack features a 15″ padded laptop pocket, which is an absolute must-have for students these days. The padding protects your child’s laptop from getting damaged during the daily rough and tumble that it may endure at school. The exterior water bottle pocket is a great addition, safeguarding your books from getting wrecked due to a leaking water bottle disaster. The main pocket is large enough to fit all the essentials including lunch, books and stationery. If you have to walk or bike home, the padded shoulder straps will make it a comfortable journey. Overall this backpack is my number one pick, with its durable, stylish and smart design making it a frontrunner.

The Fjallraven Kanken bag has become a favourite among the youth, with Kanken backpacks being synonymous with style. At school, there is a lot of peer pressure placed on kids to have the “cool” backpack or the “cool” lunchbox. If your child shows up to school with a Kanken, I can assure you that they won’t have a thing to worry about. The Kanken design is timeless, available in a wide spectrum of different colours to suit any personality. Our top-selling colours include Ochre, Peach Pink, Sky Blue and Ox Red.

The design of this bag is simple yet effective, with a spacious main compartment and a small front essentials pocket. This bag is designed to retain its shape, regardless of how much you pack into it. The classic Kanken fits a surprisingly large amount, allowing plenty of room for your books, lunch and drink bottle. Each Kanken comes with a handy removable seat pad that can save your child from getting their uniform dirty when sitting outside during their lunch break. Reviews of this backpack have been overwhelmingly positive, with happy customers claiming that this bag has stood the test of time.

The Bellroy Melbourne Backpack is a must-have for senior students or university students. This backpack is top-tier quality, designed to transition seamlessly throughout the years. Go from school, to university and to the office with this one backpack! With a 15″ protective laptop sleeve, you can safely transport your tech to and from the classroom. The padded shoulder straps and back panel allow for comfortable commuting on foot or by bike. It has a spacious main compartment, as well as an exterior zippered essentials pocket for your phone, keys and more.

The Herschel Heritage Backpack ticks all the boxes for a school bag. It has a small external zippered pocket, a spacious main compartment, a 15″ protective laptop sleeve, an external water bottle pocket and padded shoulder straps. With its signature candy stripe lining, you'll love the interior just as much as the exterior.

If you’ve heard of the Herschel brand before, you won’t need me to tell you how good the quality is. The timeless aesthetic means that it is unlikely your child will ever grow out of it. Designed to last, this backpack is worth every cent.

Avoid soaking wet school books with the Rains MSN bag! This backpack is both a fashion statement and a practical choice. Made from a waterproof poly blend, water droplets will simply roll straight off this bag. If you undo the careener clasps, you’ll find a 13″-15″ MacBook compartment for transporting your laptop to and from the classroom. Available in Olive, Taupe, Black and Slate

Don’t let back to school season trigger you into a frenzy! Prevent last minute panic and get your child ready for school in advance. Shop all our school bags here to browse our full selection.