Back to school lunch ideas for the kids

Back to school routines can be busy, especially in the mornings. Having a go-to set of lunch ideas can make a big difference when time is tight and lunchboxes need to be packed quickly.

This collection brings together back to school lunch ideas designed with kids in mind. You’ll find easy-to-pack recipes, familiar flavours and make-ahead options that fit neatly into lunchboxes. Whether you’re organising lunches for the week or looking to add some variety, these ideas help make school lunches simple, practical and stress-free.

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Watch step-by-step videos showing simple prep and assembly for kid-friendly school lunches.

Wholemeal Date and Walnut Loaf

Recipe: Wholemeal Date and Walnut Loaf

Zucchini & Bacon Slice

Recipe: Zucchini & Bacon Slice

Cheese and Broccoli Fingers

Recipe: Cheese and Broccoli Fingers

Banana, Raspberry & Coconut Bread

Recipe: Banana, Raspberry & Coconut Bread

Pumpkin Scones

Recipe: Pumpkin Scones

Pie Maker Salmon Potato Fish Cakes

Recipe: Pie Maker Salmon Potato Fish Cakes

 
These handy lunchbox containers, cooler bags and prep tools help make school lunch packing easier.

20Pcs Sandwich Cutter and Sealer Set for Kids

b.box Bluey Lunch Box with Gel Cooler 2L

Sistema to Go Bento Box Create Lunch Boxes with Compartments & Snack Pots

5 Pack Bento Lunch Box,4 Compartment Snack Containers

Sandwich Decruster Cutter and Sealer

MaMix 4 Compartment Leak-Proof Bento Box with Sauce Snack Pot & Cutlery

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