As the summer holidays stretch on and budgets tighten, parents are already eyeing the new school term. The Mirror's Head of Lifestyle, a mum of two, has scoured the high street to bring you the best uniform buys that won't break the bank.
From trousers with reinforced knees to no-crease shirts (no iron needed), these picks are designed to make school mornings easier and more affordable.
Branded Accessories at Deichmann
Deichmann offers great value on branded gear, including an Adidas backpack for £22.99 and Adidas trainers for £49.99.
Trousers with Reinforced Knees at Sainsbury's
TU at Sainsbury's has girls' two-pack polo shirts from £3, two-pack knitted cardigans from £8, and two-pack trousers from £7 (online only). For boys, there are two-pack unisex polo shirts from £3 and two-pack trousers with reinforced knees and extendable hems from £8 (online only).
School Shoes and Uniform at Matalan
Matalan offers boys' two-pack shirts (4-16yrs) for £5-£8, two-pack trousers (3-15yrs) for £10-£16, and trainers from £16. Girls can pick up two-pack blouses (4-16yrs) for £5-£8, trousers from £10, and loafers from £16.
Best Value at George at Asda
George at Asda has girls' five-pack sweatshirts from £12.50, two-pack polo shirts from £3, two-pack trousers from £7, and patent shoes from £10. For boys, there are five-pack sweatshirts from £12.50, two-pack polo shirts from £3, five-pack trousers from £17.50, and shoes from £20.
Underwear and Socks at Primark
Primark offers two-pack tops for £7, two-pack skirts for £8, five-pack socks for £3.30, shoes for £13, and backpacks for £10.
Quality Multipacks at Next
Next has girls' coats for £44-£54, three-pack tights for £11-£16, and loafers for £33-£40. Boys' coats are £38-£48, two-pack jumpers from £14, and two-pack shirts £8-£16.
Durability at M&S
M&S offers girls' two-pack cardigans (3-18yrs) for £13-£19, three-pack shirts (2-18yrs) for £9-£15, and two-pack trousers (2-18yrs) for £11-£17. There are also three-pack stainaway shirts (2-18yrs) for £7-£15, seven-pack socks for £7, and shoes for £32-£36.
