Set your child up for a successful school year with a refurbished laptop that’s fast, reliable, and budget-friendly.
From homework and research to Zoom lessons and essays, a good laptop can make all the difference during the school year. Here's our pick of the best refurbished laptops for students in 2025 — all fully tested, properly guaranteed, and ready to go.
Why Choose a Laptop for School?
Laptops are essential once students start tackling more complex tasks — especially in secondary school and beyond. They offer full keyboard functionality, better multitasking, and compatibility with school platforms like Google Classroom, Microsoft 365 and more.
With a refurbished laptop, you also get:
- Major savings compared to new models
- Full performance testing and a warranty included
- Free UK delivery over £100
- Klarna finance options to spread the cost
Our Top Picks for Back to School
Microsoft Surface Pro 3 12.3" Core i5 (6th Gen, 4GB, 128GB)
£199.99
A fantastic entry-level option for younger students or light users. The Surface Pro’s compact design and detachable keyboard make it ideal for homework, reading, and school apps. Lightweight and versatile — great for everyday learning.
Best for:
✔ Primary & early secondary students
✔ Note-taking, browsing, school apps
✔ Portability on a budget
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Microsoft Surface Pro 5 12.3" Core i5 (7th Gen, 4GB, 120GB)
279.99
A step up in performance, while keeping the same great flexibility. Slim, sleek and powerful enough for more demanding schoolwork or creative projects. A solid choice for secondary students.
Why it works for school:
✔ Ultra-portable 2-in-1 design
✔ Smooth multitasking
✔ Ideal for remote learning and essays
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Acer Aspire 15.6" Intel i5, 8GB RAM, 480GB SSD
£299.99
This is a classic all-round school laptop — big screen, fast processor, and loads of storage. Great for students who need a dependable machine for school, homework, and video calls without the Apple price tag.
Perfect for:
✔ Secondary school & GCSEs
✔ MS Office, Google Docs, Zoom
✔ Students who prefer Windows
MacBook Air 13" (2018) – 1.6GHz, 8GB, 128GB
£449.99
Was £999.99 — now up to 55% off
An ideal Mac for students — light, reliable, and capable of handling schoolwork with ease. Runs macOS smoothly, with excellent battery life and build quality. Perfect for long school days or on-the-go study sessions.
Great for:
✔ Students in Apple ecosystems
✔ Essay writing, research, creative apps
✔ GCSE to university-level work
MacBook Air 13" (2019) – 1.6GHz, 16GB, 1TB
From £549.99
Up to 45% Off
If your student needs more power, this upgraded MacBook Air is a fantastic investment. With 16GB RAM and 1TB storage, it's ideal for multitasking, large school projects, and years of future use.
Why it stands out:
✔ Huge storage & RAM for the price
✔ Handles heavier workloads
✔ Great for creative or long-term use
Which Laptop is Right for Your Student?
| Age / School Stage | Best Option |
| Primary School | Surface Pro 3 |
| Secondary School (GCSEs) | Surface Pro 5, Acer Aspire |
| Apple Users | MacBook Air 2018 or 2019 |
| High Performance Needs | MacBook Air 2019 (16GB / 1TB) |
Why Buy Refurbished From Us?
Every device is:
- Fully tested & professionally refurbished
- Backed by 1-year warranty (6 months for sale items)
- Delivered quickly with UK support
- Eligible for Klarna finance for easier payments
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Explore our full Back to School collection — featuring refurbished tablets, laptops and more.