Clarks' comfortable and durable school shoes, starting at £25, are still available for parents shopping at the last minute. The high street retailer is offering 50% off the third pair when customers buy three pairs, a deal that could benefit families with multiple children or those who quickly outgrow their footwear.
Standout styles in the range
Among the featured styles is the Tapa Skip Youth Black Leather Shoes, priced at £38. This design includes a premium leather upper and cushioned collar, crafted for comfort and support throughout the school day.
For a more decorative option, the Lorcam Jane Kid starts from £44 and comes in black leather or patent finishes. Available in children's sizes 10-2.5, these shoes offer both standard and wide fittings, with a bow embellishment adding a charming touch. One shopper called them 'super cute', adding: "Lovely shoes for school. Chunky and sturdy and patent. easy to keep clean. One of the nicest school shoes ever seen."
More options and features
The Derry Bar Youth Black Leather Shoe, priced at £40, is described by Clarks as a 'modern twist on the classic Mary Jane'. For older girls, the Lorcam Lace Youth features a chunky, hard-wearing sole with ribbon lace detail and a second plain lace alternative. Priced from £49, these are available in sizes 3 to 9, including half sizes.
Many shoes in the super durable range include scuff-resistant technology, and Clarks has prioritised comfort and breathability to support growing feet that may spend over 35 hours weekly in school shoes. The Feather Shine Kid shoes, priced between £25 and £27, come in sizes 1-13.5 with standard and wide fit options.
Customer feedback and buying options
One buyer of the Feather Shine shoes stated: "Great shoes, my son loves them, and they are comfy, plus they keep his feet dry as well in rainy conditions, would buy again." Another described them as a 'good, hardwearing pair of school shoes', though one noted they "start off a little tighter across the top" for children with wider feet. A five-star review called them 'great shoes', adding: "They are perfect, last a long time."
Parents can avoid the high street by purchasing a measure-at-home foot gauge, which enables kids' feet to be measured at home before ordering, with free standard delivery included. For in-store fitting, Clarks allows parents to book a measurement appointment online. The school shoes are podiatrist-approved and come in whole and half sizes, plus different width fittings.
Alternatives and additional essentials
Clarks also offers other back-to-school essentials such as school bags, lunchboxes and umbrellas. For other budget-friendly options, Next offers school shoes including its Black Wide Fit (G) School Leather Lace-Up Shoes from £28. Matalan's back-to-school collection includes Black Scuff-Resistant Casual School Trainers priced between £12.80 and £13.60, down from £16 to £17.
On Trustpilot, Clarks customers shared positive experiences, with one writing: "Jaime provided us with excellent service when shopping for our daughter's very first pair of school shoes. Extremely kind and caring and looked after us really well." Another noted: "Good service, no issues, will always buy children's school shoes from Clarks. The prices are getting out of hand though." Additional reviews praised staff at stores in Middlebrook Bolton, Poole, and Huddersfield for their helpful service during school shoe fittings.
