Your ultimate September back-to-school guide
Heading back to school in September 2026? Here's the ultimate guide and checklist to help you feel ready for for your first day...
1. Tips and tricks
Are you nervous about going back to school? You could be starting a brand new school this year? Well, don't you fret!
Here's eight awesome tips for going back to school.
Download the your FREE back to school 2026 checklist!
2. Brain re-boot with these quizzes
Have you tested out if your brain is still in holiday mode? Try these quizzes to kick start your brain...
3. Get crafty!
Have you spruced up your school bag or create your own back to school pencil case!
If you need somewhere to put your pens and pencils try making a paper pencil pot or an origami lizard pen pot!
Want to add a bit of flare to your books? Make your own animal bookmark!
Do something nice for your friends and make some friendship bracelets!
4. Need some lunch inspo
Have you tried making delicious sushi for your packed lunch?
Want to try making bread for your sandwiches? Check out this brilliant bread recipe!
If you were a sandwich, have you wondered which one you would be?
If you want to try any other recipes on Blue Peter, check out the Blue Peter Recipe Book!
5. Are you a bit worried to start school in September?
Anxious going back to school? Here's four tips from A Kind of Spark.
Don't forget to take a look at Joe Wicks' top tips for starting your day in a positive way
Make sure you check out CBBC's Mental Health collection, where you can find more top tips from Newsround, Own It and more.
Go back to school with CBBC
It's nearly time to go back to school! Feeling excited, nervous, or just wondering what to expect...? Find everything you need for a new school year, right here with CBBC. From tips and advice to makes and quizzes, we have you covered. Check it out!
Where can I watch Blue Peter? ⛵️
Watch Blue Peter on CBBC or catch all episodes on BBC iPlayer!
And remember, you can play games and quizzes, enter our competitions, get creative with recipes and crafts, and chat to other BP fans over on the Blue Peter page!