Best Backpack Sizes for School Students
At Kipling, we've been making smart and stylish school bags for young children all the way up to university students for decades. School backpacks continue to be one of our speciality products, available in a variety of sizes, colours and designs to complement every student's personal style and daily demands.
With many options available, we've put together a guide to the best backpack sizes for different types of students to help you narrow your search to find the perfect study bag.
Why the Size of a School Backpack Is Important
When choosing the ideal school bag, several factors must be considered. One key factor is the size of the school backpack that best suits your needs. School backpacks come in a variety of sizes, from compact and lightweight styles for the bare essentials to spacious designs with wheels and designated laptop compartments.
So, what is the best size backpack for school kids and their studies? Think about the type of studying the backpack will be used for.
If you're shopping for a little one who has just started preschool, a smaller backpack with space for their drink, snacks and favourite teddy bear may be sufficient. If you're searching for the perfect bag for secondary school student, you need to prioritise designs with extra space for their textbooks, tech, sports gear and so on.
Choosing the Right Backpack for Your Needs
In addition to size, there are a few points to consider when choosing the right backpack for your studies:
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Features
Once you've decided on the size of the backpack you need, consider the organisation and comfort features that will make your school routine a breeze. Features to look out for include built-in laptop or tablet compartments, pockets and organisers, bottle holders, adjustable shoulder straps and more.
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Safety
Every student, from preschoolers to uni students, should travel to class safely and confidently. That's why our Kipling school backpacks include safety features for a stress-free commute. These include reflective details for street visibility and rain covers to keep your belongings dry. The designated sleeves and pockets keep valuables like phones, pocket money, and bus passes safe.
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Size
When deciding the size of a school backpack, consider what it will be used for. A more spacious design will work best if you need space for a precious laptop, hefty textbooks and lunch. A compact design will do the job if you only need to carry an exercise book, water bottle and pencil case.
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Weight
Different backpacks vary in weight. You can find minimalist styles made with lightweight materials and robust designs with wheels and protective tech sleeves. When choosing a new backpack, think about the person and their daily routine. For example, a little preschooler won't want to feel weighed down by a bulky backpack with features they don't need.
Best Backpack Size for Kindergarten and Preschool kids
Starting preschool can be daunting for little ones. So, why not encourage them to attend class in confidence with a comfy backpack in a cool design or colour that they love?
A small bag is typically the best backpack size for kindergarten or preschool students who don't need to carry much with them. If your little one takes a packed lunch to preschool, go for a bag with more space for their food.
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Seoul S
Our compact backpack is a go-to style for preschool kids. With a size of 35 x 16 x 25.5 cm and a 14 L capacity, it features a compartment for their tablet and a water bottle holder. Stash lunch in the roomy main compartment and say hello to the cute Kipling monkey charm that comes with it!
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Faster
Designed for kids, the Faster is a smaller option for carrying the bare necessities. Inspired by our Kipling monkey face, this bag is fun, lightweight and water-repellent. With smaller dimensions of 28 x 19 x 21 cm and a 7 L capacity, you can pop small items in the front and internal pockets and adjust the shoulder straps for a comfy carry.
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Best Backpack Size for Primary School Kids
Once kids start primary school, studying becomes more serious and requires more gear. Their school backpack should have space for their pencil case, water bottle, lunch or snacks, and, if they take part in extracurricular activities, extra gear or clothing.
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Seoul
This spacious backpack is an iconic Kipling school bag with smart organisation for primary school essentials. It has a built-in laptop sleeve, pen loop, mobile phone pouch and pocket for stashing a wallet or bus pass. Much bigger than the Seoul S at 44 x 20.5 x 35 cm and 27 L capacity, the main compartment also has plenty of space for lunch and snacks.
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Class Room
At one of our largest sizes of 43 x 24 x 29 cm and a 28 L capacity, our streamlined backpack has designated pockets for a laptop, phone, wallet and pen. Reflective detailing keeps young students safe and seen on the school commute.
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New Storia
Go hands-free with a wheeled school bag and lighten the load for busy school days. The main compartment and integrated laptop sleeve are spacious enough to hold classroom essentials, lunch and sports gear. Sizing for this one is 45 x 20 x 40.5 cm and a 25 L capacity so there’s still lots of room, without being too heavy.
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Best Backpack Size for College Students
A quality backpack with plenty of space for study gear is a must-have item for anyone heading to college or uni. Depending on their course, they may need to bring a few or many items to lectures and seminars. A laptop is essential for most uni students, so a bag with a built-in tech sleeve is a go-to choice.
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Curtis L
The large Curtis backpack has room for your A4 documents and a designated laptop compartment. At 43 x 17 x 33 cm and a 24 L capacity, you can rock this essential college bag on campus with a choice of colours, from natural brown to bold baby pink
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Damien L
Inspired by retro college style, the large Damien backpack is a popular college bag with a laptop compartment. With lots of room at 44 x 19.5 x 32 cm and a 24 L capacity, you can also personalise your bag by adding key chains and accessories to the D-ring and stash your books and other supplies in the spacious main compartment.
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Get Your New School Gear Today
Now that you've explored the different school bag sizes and styles, you should have a better idea of the type of bag you want for yourself or the studious person you're shopping for.
Get inspired by the latest backpack styles in our new arrivals. If you're looking for something super special, browse our collection of online exclusive designs you won't find anywhere else.
Once you've sorted your backpack, why not complete your Kipling study gear set with a pencil case and lunch bag?
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