Make the First Day Special – Personalised Back-to-School Essentials for Children & Teachers

Posted on: July 31st, 2025

Hi there, it’s Sophie!

As summer winds down here in Kent and the rain finally starts filling our drought-plagued lakes (about bloody time), our thoughts naturally turn towards September. Yes, that means back-to-school season is upon us, bringing with it the familiar cocktail of excitement, nerves, and sheer panic about whether you’ve remembered everything. And that’s just us parents.

To help ease those butterflies (yours and theirs), I’ve put together some wonderful personalised Back-to-School essentials that’ll make your child smile and show teachers they’re appreciated. Because let’s face it, they’re going to need all the appreciation they can get.

No More “Is That Mine?” Moments

My Game Controller PE Bag is a proper hit with young gamers. Each bag is lovingly personalised with your child’s name and handmade right here in my Kent log-cabin workshop (yes, I actually work in a log cabin, living the dream!). Crafted from tough, water-resistant fabric with reinforced corners, it’s ready for whatever chaos school adventures can throw at it.

Why Stop at One When You Can Have the Full Set?

My Dinosaur School Bag Set includes a personalised rucksack, PE bag, and pencil case, all featuring my exclusive T-Rex design. Each item is carefully hand-printed, and I personally check every detail before it leaves my workshop. I’ll be honest, I’m a bit of a perfectionist about these things. Padded straps and sturdy zips mean these bundles are as practical as they are stylish.

I’ve also got themed sets for gymnasts, unicorn enthusiasts, and plenty more, so there’s something special for every obsession (I mean, interest).

Dinosaur Rucksack PE Bag Gym Sack Pencil Case

The Lost Property Survival Kit

Personalised lunch bags and boxes keep sandwiches fresh and dramatically reduce the chances of your child coming home with someone else’s tuna sarnie. Matching pencil cases complete the coordinated look that’s uniquely theirs. Trust me on this: personalised items are like kryptonite to the lost property box.

Hydration Station (Teacher Appreciation Edition)

Staying hydrated during busy school days is essential, which is why my personalised bottles and travel mugs are such winners. They’re also brilliant as thoughtful gifts for teachers. Speaking as a former Teaching Assistant myself, a personalised gift at the start of term can absolutely make someone’s day (and might just earn your child a few extra gold stars).

The Thunder Lizard Promise

Everything is handmade by me in my garden workshop here in Kent. Each piece gets triple-checked (told you I was particular) and beautifully wrapped because, let’s be honest, half the joy is in the unwrapping.To avoid the inevitable back-to-school panic ordering, I’d recommend getting your order in soon. That way, your custom items can be crafted with proper care rather than caffeinated desperation.