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Back to School 2026: Best printers, labels and label printers for school
Starting fresh for a new school year is easier when everything is organised. Whether you’re labelling uniforms and lunchboxes, printing study notes, or setting up a small desk at home, having the right tools makes all the difference.
Explore our Back to School essentials - from durable name labels to compact home printers - to help your family or classrooms stay organised all year.
Best Printers for Students
Make schoolwork simpler with printers built for students.
These compact, cost-efficient models handle everything from essays to colour projects with ease, helping families and students stay organised all year.
DCP-J1260W INKvestment
Ideal for: Students who need an affordable, space-saving printer for homework, assignments and light scanning.
A compact colour inkjet with wireless printing and INKvestment high-yield cartridges to keep running costs low. Easy mobile printing and simple controls make it perfect for everyday schoolwork.
MFC-J4355DW INKvestment
Ideal for: Busy households with multiple students who need consistent colour printing and scanning without frequent interruptions.
A versatile multi-function printer with automatic document feeding, high-yield INKvestment cartridges and modern connectivity. Delivers solid colour output for projects and presentations.
HL-L2445DW
Ideal for: High school and university students who mainly produce black-and-white essays, readings and lecture notes.
A fast, reliable mono laser printer that keeps up with tight deadlines. Prints up to 32 ppm with automatic 2-sided (duplex) printing.
DCP-T580DW tankbenefit
Ideal for: Students or families who print in colour frequently and want a budget-friendly, refillable system.
A refillable ink tank multi-function printer with very low cost per page. Offers colour printing, scanning and copying in a compact design, with Wi-Fi and automatic 2-sided (duplex) printing.
Best labels for back to school: Brother genuine TZe tapes
Keep school life running smoothly with Brother TZe tapes made for P-touch label makers.
These tough, long-lasting labels stick to everything from books and water bottles to school uniforms and lunchboxes - perfect for busy students, organised teachers and households getting prepped for the year ahead.
TZe Standard Laminated Tapes
Built to last, these everyday labels are resistant to water, fading and abrasion - perfect for withstanding daily use in school bags and classrooms.
Available in a wide range of colours, widths and finishes.
TZe-231 – Black on White (12mm)
A classic all-rounder for folders, pencil cases and notebooks.
TZe-S221 – Extra Strength Adhesive (Black on White, 9mm)
Perfect for labelling textured surfaces like sports equipment and lunchboxes.
TZe Deco and Iron-on Tapes
Make labels more fun and functional with tapes that stand out or stay put on fabrics.
From iron-on tapes for uniforms to glitter and pastel styles for stationery and supplies, these tapes help personalise school gear and prevent things from going missing.
TZe-FA3 – Iron-On Fabric Tape (Blue on White, 12mm)
For school uniforms, hats, jackets and more.
TZe-FAE3 – Iron-On Fabric Tape (Blue on Pink, 12mm)
Add a soft touch to your kids’ clothing labels.
TZe-PR234 – Gold on White Glitter (12mm)
Sparkly labels that bring a bit of fun to personal belongings.
Best Label Makers for Homes and Classrooms
From study spaces to busy classrooms, staying organised starts with the right TZe labels - and the label maker that prints them.
These Brother P‑touch label makers are designed to work seamlessly with TZe tapes, helping you create clear, durable labels for books, supplies, shelves and school gear in minutes.
PT-D610BT
Ideal for: Classrooms, home study spaces and families who need to label books, supplies, folders and equipment clearly and consistently.
A desktop label maker with a bright colour screen, full keyboard and Bluetooth connectivity. Includes 17 built-in fonts, 160 decorative frames and 900 symbols for customised labels.
PT-P710BT
Ideal for: Students and parents who want stylish, customised labels for lunchboxes, stationery, chargers and personal items.
A portable Bluetooth label printer that connects to your smartphone for easy, app-based label design. Supports decorative fonts and templates for personalised school gear.
PT-P300BT
Ideal for: Craft projects, home organisation and quick labelling around the house or classroom.
A compact, entry-level Bluetooth label maker controlled entirely through the Brother Design&Print 2 app (available on App Store and Play Store). Simple to use and perfect for creative labels.
PT-H110
Ideal for: Teachers and households needing portable, fuss-free labelling for shelves, art supplies, books and personal items.
A lightweight handheld label maker with quick one-touch keys and a straightforward keyboard.
Discover the best name labels for Back to School 2026
This blog breaks down the best label options for uniforms, lunchboxes, stationery and tech - plus how to create your own waterproof and iron-on labels at home using a Brother P-touch label printer.
Learn which TZe tapes to use, how to apply them properly and simple tips to keep your child’s school gear labelled all year round.