A practical back-to-school checklist

Use the school list as your starting point and check last year’s supplies before buying.

What to look for

1. Confirm the school’s requirements and any product restrictions.
2. Inspect existing bags, bottles and lunch containers for wear.
3. Check lunchbox dimensions against the bag and usual food portions.
4. Choose name labels suitable for the item and its cleaning instructions.
5. Set a simple budget and keep receipts.