Get Ahead of the Class: Your Guide to Launching Successful Back-to-School Stores

Back-to-school season is here—and this year, families are shopping earlier and spending more. A recent survey shared by SGB Media found that parents expect to spend more on school-related items this year due to rising costs from tariffs and inflation. To manage those higher prices, they’re planning to shop sooner and look for deals.

That’s why mid-July is the time to get your back-to-school stores live—and why Chipply is the perfect platform to help you do it.

From uniforms to team gear, schools and sports programs rely on early-season organization to get what they need on time. Whether you’re working with a school that requires uniforms or helping fall sports teams prep for their first game, Chipply’s tools are built to simplify the process for both you and your customers.

Here’s how Chipply can help streamline your back-to-school season:

• Open stores fast. Chipply’s easy-to-use builder helps you launch stores quickly—perfect for early shoppers who want to get ahead of the rush.
• Run promos and discounts. With families watching their budgets, now’s the time to use Chipply’s built-in promo code feature to offer limited-time deals and drive sales.
• Simplify uniform ordering. Categorize your store (think: JV vs varsity, or students vs staff), and group products together so it’s clear what each participant needs to buy.
• Stay organized behind the scenes. Sorting and packing lists make it easy to deliver the right gear to the right people—without the headaches.
• Reach more buyers. Chipply templates and top vendor integrations make it easy to add items for parents and staff—helping you grow your audience and increase sales.

Back-to-school is one of the biggest buying moments of the year. Don’t miss it—launch your stores now while families are ready to shop.

Want to go even deeper? Check out our Back-to-School Webinar!

We covered everything from this blog and more—including how to turn existing school contacts into new opportunities, ways to encourage repeat orders, and how to promote your stores for maximum visibility and sales.