Back to School

Back to School

Looking to get organised for back to school 2025? We know that shopping for Back to School can be time-consuming and difficult, that is why we’ve made it easier and curated an essential school supply list. Take a look through our guide to essential back to school supplies, that will help you save time and money on your back to school shopping. 

The Living Co. has a wide range of sustainable and eco-friendly school supplies, from waste free lunch boxes, water bottles and cutlery to insulated lunch bags, to help your child prepare for the new school year. You’ll find the best school supplies that are made to last at The Living Co. 

Lunchbox - If your child is starting kinder or primary school, we recommend the Arigato bento box.  It has multiple compartments, child friendly cutlery, is lightweight and comes in fun designs. For older school students we recommend the Ever Eco XL Stackable Bento Box or the Cheeki Hungry Max Lunch box.  For warm toasty or cold food, level up lunch times with a MontiiCo Insulated Food Jar and Ever Eco. 

Water bottle - We have a range of Cheeki insulated bottles to suit kids in primary and or high school. For the funky teenagers, check out the Ever Eco and Porter green range. 

Cutlery - Check out the Retrokitchen Stainless steel cutlery for older kids and the Ever Eco bamboo set or Re-play for the little ones.  

Lunch bag + Icepack - Montiico Insulated Lunch Bag are made from premium materials that have been tested for durability. The fabric is water resistant and comes in fun designs.  A handy ice pack is included.

Sunscreen - For the best sun protection, we recommend a natural sunscreen that provides a physical barrier such as the Ethical Zinc Sunscreen SPF 50+. Formulated with certified natural zinc oxide that is easy to apply, rubs in clear with a light feel for everyday wear.