Get School-Ready with the Best Stationery Essentials for 2026
Back to school season is just around the corner, and getting the right stationery can make all the difference to a child's learning experience. Whether you're shopping for primary school, secondary school, or university, we've put together the ultimate back to school stationery checklist for UK students in 2026.
1. Notebooks & Exercise Books
Every student needs reliable notebooks. Our range includes the Pukka Pad A4 Metallic Jotta Notebook, A5 Spiral Lined Notebooks, Lined Exercise Books, and fun A6 Colourful Mini Notepads — perfect for younger kids who love bright colours. For older students, the A5 Black Memo Book is a sleek, professional choice.
2. Pens & Highlighters
A good pen collection is essential. Our range includes fun novelty gel pens (Dinosaur, Panda, Duck, and Astronaut designs) that make writing more enjoyable for kids, plus practical 6-pack Highlighter Pens in bright colours for revision and study notes. Don't forget our Highlighter Page Stickers — brilliant for marking important pages in textbooks.
3. Pencils & Colouring Supplies
From classic 5 Pack HB Pencils for everyday writing to 6pc Small Colouring Pencils and 12pc Wax Crayons for art class, we've got every pencil need covered. Our Sports Novelty Pencils are a hit with younger kids who love a bit of fun in their pencil case.
4. Erasers & Sharpeners
The unsung heroes of every pencil case! Our 2pk Plastic Erasers deliver clean, smudge-free results, while our Double Hole Plastic Pencil Sharpener handles both standard and jumbo pencils. We also stock fun 4pc Crayon Erasers — great for younger children.
5. Geometry Sets & Rulers
For secondary school students, a geometry set is a must. Our 4pc Geometry Set covers all the basics, and our 6" Light Brown Wooden Rulers are a classic addition to any pencil case.
6. Pencil Cases & Organisation
Keep everything tidy with our Black Mesh Pencil Case — a zipped stationery organiser that fits all the essentials. Pair it with our Panda Sticky Notes and Fruit Memo Pads for a desk setup that's both practical and fun.
7. The Ultimate Bundle
Short on time? Our Stationery Bundle includes a Notebook, Pencils, Sharpener & Erasers — everything a student needs in one convenient pack. Perfect for last-minute back to school shopping!
Back to School Shopping Tips
Check your school's stationery list before buying to avoid duplicates. Buy in bulk where possible — pencils, erasers, and highlighters always run out faster than you expect. And don't forget to label everything!
Shop Back to School Stationery at NB Store
All our stationery essentials are available with fast UK delivery. Stock up now before the rush and make sure your child starts the new school year fully prepared!