Kipling has launched its latest Back-to-School collection, offering colourful bags, pencil cases and accessories starting from £5. The range aims to help parents beat the September rush while getting kids excited for the new term.
Kipling's New School Collection
Known for its fun bags and signature monkey mascot, Kipling's SS26 range focuses on durability, functionality and style that lasts beyond one school year. The collection includes backpacks, wheeled bags, pencil cases, lunch bags and accessories for all ages.
Larger backpacks are ideal for older children needing space for books, PE kit and laptops, with many styles featuring padded laptop compartments and multiple pockets. The rucksacks have removable, adjustable shoulder straps and a water-repellent finish, with a zipped main compartment and inside pocket.
Minions and Simple Styles
Fans of the Minions can choose from backpacks priced at £117 for the large version and £107 for the smaller style. Those preferring simpler designs can opt for the medium drawstring bag at £29, available in 20 colours from soft pink to bold red.
Kipling's pencil cases start from £24 and come in 25 vibrant colours and playful prints, each with the brand's iconic logo. Collectable zipper pullers start from £5, featuring designs like sharks and starfish, while the famous monkey keychains begin at £24.
Customer Reviews and Feedback
Although the Back-to-School collection is new with no reviews yet, Kipling has strong feedback on Trustpilot. One shopper said: "Great quality and unique design, I am very happy with my new backpack. It looks stylish too. I had never had any bags from Kipling before, but I was quite impressed with the quality. It's not expensive, so it's absolutely great for the price. Also, I am surprised how much I enjoy a fluffy monkey keyring, it's a really fun detail."
Another added: "I love the colour of my bag, and it is super light. It has so many pockets, which is nice for everyday use. It has adjustable straps and two zip pockets at the front." However, some customers reported delivery issues: "Excellent suitcases but poor service. Ordered two matching suitcases, but only one arrived, which was disappointing."
A happy shopper noted: "Ordered a bag from Kipling and the number of zipped pockets on this bag is great. I've never bought a bag this expensive, and its quality is amazing, and I love the Monkey key ring and the zip tab design, and I'm so happy with it. Thank you."
Alternatives from Other Retailers
Beyond Kipling, M&S has launched a school bag range starting at £10, featuring characters like Minecraft, Bluey, Paddington Bear and Disney's Frozen. Ryman offers cute pencil cases such as the Legami Pencil Case (£12.99) with an interior mesh compartment, pen holder pocket, zip closure and panda motif.
