Back to school season can go from exciting to chaotic in minutes. Missing rulers, unlabeled books, mixed up lunchboxes, and desks that collect clutter overnight can make mornings stressful. The good news is that getting organised does not have to mean expensive storage systems or hours of prep.

With a few smart routines and one simple tool, Sellotape, you can label, sort, and set up school essentials in a way that saves time and reduces daily stress for parents and students.

Why a back to school reset matters

A reset is less about perfection and more about preparation. When school supplies have a clear place and items are easy to identify, mornings run smoother, children become more independent, and you spend less time replacing items that were actually at home all along.

Label school supplies quickly, and keep them readable

One of the simplest back to school organisation tips is consistent labelling. It helps prevent mix ups at school and makes it easier to keep track of what belongs to who at home.

Here are a few easy Sellotape labelling ideas. Write names on small paper strips and secure them with Sellotape on pencils, rulers, sharpeners, calculators, and glue sticks. Use Sellotape to reinforce the corners of handwritten labels on books and folders so they do not peel off after a week in a backpack. Create a simple colour system by subject or by child using coloured paper, then cover the label with Sellotape to protect it from tearing.

If you do not have printed labels, paper, a pen, and Sellotape can create a durable labelling system in minutes.

Prep and protect school books for the term ahead

Schoolbooks take a beating from backpacks, desk edges, and daily handling. A few small reinforcements early on can help them last longer.

Try these quick fixes. Reinforce book cover edges where tearing usually starts. Secure loose corners on covers and workbook sleeves. Tape a return if found info slip inside the cover with the learner’s name and caregiver contact details.

This is especially helpful for younger learners whose books tend to get rougher treatment.

Make lunchboxes and water bottles easier to manage

Lunch items are one of the most common sources of daily mix ups, especially when siblings have similar containers.

Use these Sellotape ideas to simplify lunch prep. Add a name label to lunchboxes and bottles, then cover it with Sellotape to keep it clean and readable. Create a simple packing checklist on paper, such as snacks, fruit, sandwich, and water, then tape it inside a cupboard door for quick reference. Tape a weekly lunch planner to the fridge so everyone knows what is packed and what needs restocking.

A visible checklist reduces morning decision fatigue and last minute pantry scrambles.

Organise study spaces, including desks, drawers, and homework stations

A productive study space does not need to be perfect. It just needs to be functional. The goal is to make homework easier to start, and easier to finish.

Try these home organisation ideas using Sellotape. Label desk drawers clearly, such as pens, paper, maths, art, and chargers. Tape a homework timetable or after school routine card to the desk or wall. Create a turn in the tray zone by labelling one container as done and another to do. Tape down light cables or chargers neatly along desk edges to reduce tangles and accidents.

When children know exactly where things go, you stop becoming the person who has to find lost items.

Organise cupboards and supply stations without buying new storage

Before buying baskets and organisers, do a quick audit. You can set up a simple school supply station using what you already have.

Follow these steps. Choose one cupboard shelf or drawer as the school zone. Group items into categories, such as writing, colouring, paper, projects, and extras. Make quick category labels and secure them with Sellotape. Keep a small backup box for refills, such as pens, erasers, and glue, so you are not shopping mid term.

Organisation is not about having more products. It is about clear systems.

Why Sellotape works for ‘back to school’ organisation

Back to school prep is all about affordability, ease, and speed. Sellotape is a simple tool that helps you label items fast, protect labels and book edges, create clear zones at home, and cut down daily chaos with small, repeatable routines.

When the system is simple, it actually gets used. That is the real secret to staying organised beyond January.

Get set for the school year by keeping Sellotape in your school prep kit for quick labelling, organising, and everyday fixes. Stock up on Sellotape now and make your back to school reset faster, cheaper, and less stressful.