Not only does our range of school backpacks look stylish and pretty awesome, but they are practical and well-sized for all of your backpack needs. If the new academic year is looming, or the summer holidays are coming to end, then it may be time to start searching for your new school rucksack. If you want an alternative style to stand out from the rest then you’re pretty safe to be shopping with Blue Banana.

With our range of rucksacks for school, you can combine unique styles with a comfortable bag you’ll be happy to wear as you start the next term or semester. With some of the most exciting backpack brands available on the market, we think you’ll be delighted to wear these as a university backpack. Adults and children alike are sure to find a style they’ll love in our collection of popular college backpacks.

You can also keep it practical with your choices of school bags for high school by ensuring you can fit in all of your books and school essentials. Most of our bags will fit an A4 folder or laptop, so you won’t be without any of your belongings during your busy timetable. Additional pockets and pouches are always handy when it comes to school bags, so you’ll always have a place for your lunch money, pencil case and pens.

Secondary school bags may be required to carry heavy textbooks and ring binders, so make sure your bag has padded straps and back panelling to ease the strain of long walks down the corridor between classes. Many of the brands we stock include handy schoolbags features that will give extra support and a little more comfort as you go about your school day.

Back To School Backpacks at Blue Banana

We know how it can be at school. The rules state plain backpacks with single colour and simple designs. We have plenty of black rucksacks for school to keep the teachers happy but we understand that whilst looking smart and formal, isn’t always what we want to have. While we always recommend following the school rules, it doesn’t mean you can’t have a look at some more fashionable backpacks for school to try and expand your styling options as you rock up to the playground.

We think you’ll be wowed by some of the bright and colourful designs available from Blue Banana. With styles ranging from gothic to galaxy, shiny to speckle and faux fur to fancy styles – you’ll be spoiled for choice when it comes to picking out your new school rucksack bag. If you really want something a little different from your usual black school bags, then our collection of backpacks is sure to keep you happy.

Just because you want school bags for teenage girl, it doesn’t mean you should narrow down the kind of bag that you’re looking for. Whilst many consider pink and purple bags prime examples of girly backpacks, this doesn’t mean that certain bags should be off limits for purchase. We think you’ll find that there are plenty of cool school backpacks for girls and boys that cover all kinds of style and fashion tastes. Unlock a wealth of styling potential with the designs available from Blue Banana.

If you want to express your love of a favourite fandom or rock band, then make sure to snatch up one of our cool school backpacks. There are plenty of fun designs available that cover all kinds of superhero, sci-fi and video game franchises. You can always look for band backpacks from our official band merchandise range, and show your rock & metal passions through your new rucksack.

School Bags & Rucksacks UK Shop

Our online school backpacks shop is filled with plenty of unique and alternative school backpack styles – some of which you won’t find anywhere else on the web. Amongst our own-branded bags, we have plenty of recognisable brands such as Hype, Eastpak, Spiral and Rocksax. If you’re style means a lot to you, then perhaps brand backpacks are the way to go.

Whilst many of our products at Blue Banana are aimed at teenagers and adults there are plenty of cool kids backpacks available which would make great school bags and rucksacks. The bold and vibrant designs are sure to be popular with children and it’s always an added bonus if you find a bag featuring your son or daughter’s favourite character! Have a look for childrens rucksacks for school and we’re sure you’ll find some great options on our website.

Not only do we bring you loud style and the boldest designs with your new bags, but we provide you with products at a reasonable price. With our collection of cheap school backpacks, you can pick up a new bag without completely breaking the bank. You shouldn’t have to splash out too much cash for a reliable and good-looking backpack. We’ve made sure our bags come at an affordable price with plenty of discount and reductions.

We always make sure to bring you our Back to School backpack sale before the new term which gives you the chance to pick up a bag for less. Need black shoes and extra accessories? Make sure to head to our Back To School Fashion section. There are always backpacks available at a lower price and you’ll certainly find plenty of school rucksack clearance items for products with limited stock available – make sure to get them before they are gone.

The place to be for school bags for teenagers, make you’re prepared and ready for the new school term with a brand new backpack from Blue Banana. Keep organised, look your best and carry all your essentials – let’s hope it leads to high grades and exam success!

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