Back-to-School Checklist 2025: Must-Have Supplies for Every Grade
The start of the school year is an exciting time for students and parents alike. But before classes begin, one important task remains—buying the right school supplies. A well-prepared student is more confident, organized, and ready to succeed.
Whether you’re shopping for a kindergartener or a senior high student, this 2025 checklist will help ensure nothing is left behind. EFA Supplies, your trusted school supply store in Davao City, created this guide to help every student start strong.
🎒 General Essentials (All Grades)
- Ergonomic backpack
- Notebooks and writing pads
- Pens, pencils, erasers, sharpeners
- Glue, scissors, and ruler
- Colored pencils or crayons
- Folder organizers and pencil case
🧒 Preschool & Kindergarten
- Jumbo crayons and pencils
- Storybooks and flashcards
- Sketchpad and art supplies
- Safety scissors and name tags
- Extra clothes, lunch box, water bottle
📘 Grades 1–3 (Lower Elementary)
- Notebooks for each subject
- Intermediate pad and graph paper
- Plastic envelope folders
- Flashcards and mini whiteboard (optional)
📚 Grades 4–6 (Upper Elementary)
- 8 subject notebooks
- Bond papers (short and long)
- Correction tape, USB drive
- Art materials, sticky notes
🎓 Grades 7–10 (Junior High)
- Specialty notebooks
- Scientific calculator
- USB flash drive, cartolina, manila paper
- Presentation tools
🎓 Grades 11–12 (Senior High)
- Laptops or tablets (optional)
- Binder notebooks, dividers
- Lab or accounting notebooks
- Sketch pads, safety gear (TVL)
🧼 Hygiene Checklist
- Alcohol or hand sanitizer
- Face mask and wipes
- Water bottle and lunch box
🛒 Why Shop at EFA Supplies?
- Affordable packages for all grades
- Quality brands like Mongol, Crayola, Pilot
- Custom labeling available
- Delivery or in-store pickup in Davao City
🎁 Promo: Free pencil case for every ₱1,000 spent this July 2025!
📆 Timeline: When to Buy
| Date | Task |
|---|---|
| June | Check school supply list |
| Early July | Start shopping for essentials |
| Late July | Label and organize items |
| August | School begins 🎉 |
✅ Final Tips for Parents
- Let your child choose colors or styles
- Always label each item
- Check school announcements for specific requirements
The right school supplies set the tone for a successful school year. Shop smarter and earlier with EFA Supplies—Davao City’s trusted partner in education.