Before you know it, the summer holidays will have come and gone, the start of the school term is upon you and you've had no time to think about school uniforms let alone buy any.
But there's no need for this to be you this year as retailers such as Matalan, John Lewis, Tu Clothing have full school uniforms in stock already allowing parents can buy it now and not have to think about it again until the start of term in September.
And if you've got lots planned with your family this summer and you're wanting to budget sensibly, why not consider buying all or some of the items you'll need from now taking some of the pressure off?
There are some fantastic deals on school uniforms at retailers such as M&S who will be slashing 20% off from July, and reasonably priced uniform at retailers such as Aldi where you can pick up items for as little as £3.
Read on to find out which retailers have full uniform in stock and for our top picks of back to school uniform essentials.
Best school uniform to buy 2022
1. 2pk Unisex Pure Cotton School Jumper (3-18 Yrs)
These pure cotton children’s jumpers come in a handy pack of two so you always have a spare.
They've been made using 100% cotton for extra comfort as well as StayNEW™ technology which reduces bobbling and colour loss, keeping clothes looking newer and brighter for much longer.
The jumpers are also available in 7 other colours and come in sizes 3 - 18 years.
2. Girls Grey Belted Pleated School Pinafore (3-13yrs)
This stylish and smart belted pinafore dress is a back-to-school essential that comes in the classic grey colour.
It includes buttoned straps, a sharp box pleated skirt, and a girly patent waist belt that's finished with a cute bow, and the hidden side zip makes for easy independant dressing.
The teflon coating repels both water and stains so the dress and your child will stay looking pristine for longer.
Buy it from Amazon ( £8.00 -£10.00 ).
3. Girl's Patent Leather Shoes
These girl's patent leather shoes are perfect for your little one's feet. They come fully padded with a memory foam insock for ultimate comfort, plus they've been made using an anti-bacterial finish for that little extra protection.
The velcro fastening is ideal for young ones who aren't able to tie laces yet as they still gives them the independence of putting their own shoes on.
They're super affordable, which is great for parents with more than one child and they come in sizes 10 - 2 junior.
4. Grey Pull-On Trousers 2 Pack (3-12 Years)
These classic grey woven trousers are the perfect combination of smart and comfortable.
They're finished with reinforced knees making them more durable and the handy adjustable pull-on waist means there's no messing about in the mornings when you need to get up and out as quickly as possible.
The front crease is permanent so there's no fuss when it comes to ironing the trouser and they also include a water based stain resistant coating.
Buy it from Tu Clothing ( £7.00 ).
5. 3pk Unisex Pure Cotton School Polo Shirts (2-16 Yrs)
This multipack of school polo shirts have been made with pure cotton and come with StayNEW™ technology that reduces bobbling and colour loss that will help to keep them looking fresher for longer.
They also come in colours grey, yellow, red and blue and in sizes 2-16 years.
Buy it from M&S ( £7.00 - £15.00 ).
6 . Boy's Laced Leather Shoes
These boys laced leather shoes are perfect for your little one's feet. They come fully padded with a memory foam insock for ultimate comfort and an anti-bacterial finish for that little extra protection.
The velcro fastening is ideal for young ones who aren't able to tie laces yet as it still gives them the independence of putting their own shoes on.
They're super affordable, which is great for parents with more than one child and they come in sizes 10 - 2 junior.
7. Girls' Plus Fit Permanent Pleats School Skirt (2-18 Yrs)
This classic grey pleated school skirt is 6cm wider on the waist adding that little extra comfort for those who need it.
The material has a stain and weatherproof finish and a crease resistant material that helps keep creases at bay. It also boasts permanent pleat technology to make sure pleats stay put wash after wash, and the adjustable waist is perfect for those going through a growth spurt.
8. Girls 2 Pack Grey School Cardigans (3-13yrs)
Stock up with this pair of grey cardigans which have been crafted using a soft cotton blend and finished with lasting colour technology that will ensure they won't fade over time.
Layer it over your school shirt or blouse and fasten with ease using the button-up fastening.
They are also available in 7 other colours and come in sizes ages 4 - 13 years.
Buy it from Matalan ( £8.00 - £12.00 ).
9. John Lewis Unisex Cotton V-Neck School Jumper
Your child will look smart and sharp in this classic pullover jumper from the John Lewis & Partners collection features a tight tension knit with a fully linked neckline for added strength and durability and the treated fabric will resist pilling and colour fade.
It also comes in black, grey, royal blue, bottle green and maroon in sizes 3-16 years.
Buy it from John Lewis ( £8.00 ).
10. 3pk Boys' Easy Iron School Shirts (2-16 Yrs)
This three pack of white shirts includes easy to iron technology and, for the younger sizes (up to 8 years), our practical Expandicuff™ technology which is ideal for growing kids.
Made from a crisp cotton mix that’s both smart and comfortable and perfect to wear with a school tie and tucked into trousers.
They're also available in grey and blue and in sizes 2 - 16 years.
You can also get your hands on the girls 3pk easy iron school shirts here.
Buy it from M&S ( £10.00 - £19.00 ).
