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04.09.2023 - 09:49 / ok.co.uk
We’re officially into September, which means its not long before your little ones are back to school – or starting their very first day. As well as filling their pencil cases and making sure they’ve got their lunches packed, you’ll also need to be thinking about what your kids are going to wear, whether they’re getting their first ever uniform or have rapidly grown out of last years’.
It’s the one thing you can’t avoid, but when your children are growing at an alarming rate, you don’t want to be spending a fortune on uniform pieces that might not fit them next year (or even in a few months!).
That’s why we’ve found some of the best school uniform sales, deals and savings to help you get them back to school for less., including trousers, shirts and skirts – and even items with adjustable waistbands and hems to help their uniform last through their growth spurts.
Trousers When it comes to school trousers, you need something that’s going to withstand plenty of rough and tumble, as well as being easy to wash. Marks and Spencer’s Girls Jersey School Trousers, £9-£11 here, not only come in skinny, regular and slim fit cuts, but they’re also made from M&S’ ‘failsafe’ technology to withstand an active day at school.
They’re also available in 2-3 years right up to 17-18 years.
M&S also do Boys School Trousers, £9-£14 here, with stain and weatherproof finishes which repel water and stains, whilst the crease-resistant material means they stay looking smart all day long.
They also come with grow-proof hems, which can be unpicked, let down and pressed for an extra 3cm, whilst the adjustable waistband means they can grow with them. Skirts and dresses It’s not just growing boys that need adjustable uniforms, and John Lewis’ Girls'
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