The glue stick teachers rely on, lesson after lesson

Ask any teacher: a good glue stick doesn’t need explaining, you can feel it straight away.

• It twists up smoothly without sticking or grinding

• It stays solid in small, busy hands

• It doesn’t crack, snap, or give up halfway through a lesson

And when it does end up somewhere unexpected (because classrooms happen), it’s kind to uniforms, tables and fingers.

That’s exactly what CLASSMATES glue sticks were designed to do, work quietly, reliably, and consistently in real classrooms.

Designed for real classrooms, not just lab benches

Glue sticks in schools don’t get an easy life. They’re twisted too far, dropped on hard floors, shared between tables and used at speed. CLASSMATES glue sticks were created with those realities in mind, and then independently tested to prove they can handle them.

In comparative testing carried out by Bureau Veritas, CLASSMATES glue sticks were assessed alongside nine other brands. They ranked highly for overall strength and detachment durability, outperforming many well-known alternatives.

That means this isn’t just performance on paper, its durability teachers notice over time, lesson after lesson.

Strong where classrooms need it most

When a glue stick breaks mid-task, learning pauses. CLASSMATES glue sticks are built to resist snapping and loosening, even under pressure. Independent testing showed they required some of the highest breaking and detachment forces recorded.

In practice, that leads to:

• Fewer broken glue sticks

• Fewer frustrated pupils

• Fewer interruptions during lessons

It’s glue that keeps pace with busy classrooms, even when everything else feels non-stop.

More glue in every stick, and it shows

Teachers quickly notice when glue runs out faster than expected. That’s why one of the standout results from independent testing really matters:

Although labelled as 40 g, each CLASSMATES Glue Stick was found to contain around 45 g of glue, roughly 13% more than stated.

For schools, that means:

• Longer use from every glue stick

• Fewer replacements throughout the year

• Better long-term value for classroom budgets

It’s a small difference that adds up across classes, year groups and terms.

Quality that fits school budgets

Schools need supplies that perform well and make financial sense. CLASSMATES glue sticks strike that balance, offering dependable quality at a price that supports careful budgeting.

Each stick is designed to last longer, glide smoothly and avoid snapping mid-use. That reduces waste, saves time, and keeps lessons flowing.

Reliable performance doesn’t have to come with a premium price, and CLASSMATES proves it.

Clean, washable and classroom-safe

Strong adhesion doesn’t need to mean mess. CLASSMATES glue sticks apply evenly and smoothly, helping keep hands, tables and clothing clean.

Independent testing confirmed that they:

• Do not stain school uniforms

• Remain washable, even after laundering

So, when glue ends up on sleeves or desks (as it inevitably does), it’s not a crisis, just part of a normal school day.

Reliable in every season

Classrooms change with the weather. Hot summer afternoons. Cold storage cupboards in winter. CLASSMATES glue sticks were tested in both high-temperature and freezing conditions, continuing to perform when other brands struggled.

That reliability supports:

• Less wasted stock

• More time spent learning and creating

• Displays and work that stay proudly in place

A trusted name in education supplies

CLASSMATES is part of the gls family, a name schools trust for classroom-safe, ethically produced resources. Every product is created with teachers and children in mind, focused on reliability, safety and ease of use.

CLASSMATES products are:

• Designed specifically for education settings

• Classroom-safe and ethically produced

• Built to make everyday teaching simpler

5-star rated for a reason

There’s a reason schools are switching to CLASSMATES glue sticks. From value for money to long-lasting quality, schools see and feel the difference every day.

But don’t just take our word for it, here’s what real users are saying:

These are the best glue sticks; they last well and are best value for money”

Diana Reynolds

A+ exactly as expected”

Horton

Great value. Good quality”

Tracy Podger

The glue stick that earns its place

Strong. Smooth. Longer lasting.

CLASSMATES glue sticks are tried, tested and trusted for daily classroom use. They deliver performance comparable to leading brands, while helping schools stretch their budgets further.

If you’re looking for dependable quality, proven testing, and real value across every resource, explore the full CLASSMATES range.

Try it. Trust it. CLASSMATES, the smart alternative schools stick with.