School Backpacks
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About School Backpacks at The North Face
If you’re looking for robust, reliable, and on-trend school backpacks, you’ve come to the right place. With our selection of book bags, you can go back to class in style this semester.
The right school backpack is essentially your partner for success. Ideally you want a backpack that combines both style and function. Whether you're headed off to college or you are gearing up the kids for middle or high school, you're sure to find a school bag you'll love here at The North Face. Don't miss our best-sellers: the Jester, Borealis, Recon, and Surge available in men's, women's, and luxe versions.
For kids, be sure to check out our youth backpacks like the Youth Court Jester. It's sized a little smaller, which is perfect for elementary and middle school students, but like our full-size school backpacks, it still has functional features like two water bottle pockets, an internal zippered compartment, and an internal name tag. For younger children like kindergartners, consider the Youth Mini Explorer Backpack available in several fun prints.
Choose from an array of colors and styles. Browse our school backpacks together in one place or use our search filters to narrow your options by volume, style, color, or price.
Look for features that cater to daily needs:
Durability: Polyester and nylon are great backpack materials that will help ensure the pack will stand the test of time.
Organization: Look for backpacks with multiple pockets for things like chargers, notebooks, pens, and snacks. A water bottle pocket is super handy as well. If you need to carry a laptop, backpacks with a laptop sleeve are a must.
Comfort: Adjustable, padded straps and a padded back panel will help distribute weight more evenly.
Weather Resistance: Nylon and polyester also help ensure weather-resistance. If more protection is needed, consider a rain cover.
Reflective Elements: College students who may be out in low light will appreciate how reflective elements help them stay seen.
Style: Whether you're a granola girl in search of a look, you want to stand out, or you prefer the sleek look of a solid color, we've got something for you at The North Face.
Need some help finding the right backpack? Use our handy filters to narrow your search according to your specific needs. Looking for hot-off-the-press school backpacks that are right on-trend? Check out our new arrivals. Or, if you’re looking for something classic that’s tried and tested by other TNF fans, take a look at our bags and gear best sellers.
Just like our kids’ clothing, outdoor gear, and footwear, our bags for school are made with tough and resilient materials. So, whether you’re a busy jock, a theatre studies kid, a science enthusiast, or all of the above, your bag can keep up with whatever the day throws your way. From commuting in wet and windy winter weather to scorching summer soccer practice, we've got you covered.
School Backpacks FAQs
Elementary and Middle School: 15-25 liters is often enough room for necessities. Our Youth Court Jester falls in this range and makes an excellent pack for kids and tweens. If your middle schooler typically carries a laptop to and from school, look for something more in the 20-30 liter range.
High School and College: A high school or college backpack should be spacious enough to carry books, notebooks, and a laptop. Look for backpacks with a capacity of 20-30 liters like the Borealis, Women's Borealis, Jester, and Women's Jester backpacks.
A separate laptop compartment helps provide extra protection for devices and makes them easier to access.
Use various compartments to categorize items. Heavier textbooks should be packed closer to the back. Front pockets should be used to store smaller items like keys, wallet, and snacks.
Yes. Many of our backpacks are durable enough and versatile enough to make the transition from high school to college. They also can be used beyond campus as daypacks for short hikes and everyday travel backpacks.