There's still a long way to go before kids go back to school but savvy parents will already be keeping an eye out for the best uniform deals.
A recent study revealed parents buy an average of 38 pieces of school kit each year, from coats and shoes to sports gear and accessories, spending an average of £500 for two children.
When you're forking out such an amount there's certainly no harm in being prepared and scouting around for the best prices.
Below is a bit of information about the back to school ranges at the major supermarkets, and how much they'll set you back.
Lidl
Popular budget retailer Lidl is selling a full school uniform for under a fiver, perfect for anyone looking to beat the back to school rush.
The uniform essentials pack, which costs just £4, includes a twin pack of 100% cotton School Polo Shirts (£1.75), a warm and durable cotton rich Sweatshirt (£0.50), and either a pair of School Trousers, Shorts or a Skirt (£1.75).
Parents can rest assured the range is made from high quality materials meaning it is built to last – from first term to the summer holidays.
Parents can also pick up a range of other uniform necessities including a 100% cotton School Cardigan (£3.49), a twin pack of short sleeve School Shirts (£2.49) and a School Pinafore (£2.99).
Lidl has kids' PE needs sorted too, with the range also featuring a 2-pack of Sports Shorts (£2.99), School Joggers (£2.99) and Trainers (£5.99).
Shopping for school shoes can be pricey, but Lidl has parents covered this year.
Lidl’s Leather School Shoes (£6.99) are an absolute steal, available in a variety of styles and made from high quality leather built to endure the playground.
Lidl’s uniform prices
Polos – 2 pack £1.75
Shirts – 2 pack £2.49
Trousers – £1.75
Shorts – £1.75
Sweatshirt- £1
Cardigans – £3.49
Skirts – £1.75
Pinafores – £2.99
Leather school shoes – £6.99
For more information and to shop, visit the Lidl website.
Aldi
Aldi has announced the release of its school uniform Specialbuys.
Aldi's bargain bundle includes a round neck jumper for just 50p, two polo shirts for £1.75 and £1.75 for trousers or a skirt, meaning you can get a school uniform bundle for as little as £4.
Aldi's school uniform Specialbuys will be online from August 9 and in store from August 13 so you can pick the bundle up during your weekly shop.
The store said: "Save the date. Our amazing school uniforms are returning this summer, with incredible value and fantastic quality, you won't want to miss out!"
As well as the basics, its range include everything from school socks and sports shorts, to pumps, trainers and waterproof jackets.
Aldi’s uniform prices
Polos – 2 pack £1.75
Trousers – from £1.75
Sweatshirts – £1
Pleated skirt – £1.75
Pinafores – 2 pack £6.99
Ankle socks – 5 pack for £1.99
For more information and to shop, visit the Aldi website.
Tesco
With prices starting from £2.50, you can buy jumpers, shirts, skirts and trousers in Tesco's range with sizes for primary school and secondary school children available.
The range also includes Teflon stain repellent girls’ pinafores and kilt skirts, as well as cotton rich, breathable, unisex sweatshirts which will hold up in even the toughest of playground games.
While jumpers are available a variety of colours including red, green, black or blue.
Jennie Burbage, Head of Buying for Kids & Baby F&F, said: “We understand parents may have mixed emotions about their children returning to school, but putting their uniform back on after such a turbulent time will hopefully give children and parents that all-important feeling of normality once again.
"Parents can also be confident that their children are ready to take on the new academic year as our school uniforms offer not only excellent value across the entire range but also fantastic quality, with the added reassurance of our 100-day guarantee - so, if your child wears out their uniform quicker than you'd like, we’ll exchange it for a new one.”
Tesco also has a full PE kit range to ensure kids have the complete set to go back to school without parents needing to spend a small fortune.
The supermarket's uniform range is available to buy now, in store only.
Tesco’s uniform prices
Polos – 2 pack from £2.50
Shirts – 2 pack from £3.50
Trousers – girls 2 pack woven fob trousers from £6
Jumpers – 2 pack v-neck jumpers from £6
Cardigans – 2 pack from £8
Skirts – skater skirts from £6, kilt skirts from £8
Pinafores – 2 pack £10
For more information and to shop, visit the Tesco website.
Asda
George at Asda has announced that it’s launching a sustainably sourced school uniform as part of its George for Good commitment, offering customers the chance to buy recycled or sustainably sourced school clothing from one of the top four supermarkets for the first time.
The majority of the range will be responsibly sourced via the Better Cotton Initiative (BCI). BCI is the largest cotton sustainability programme in the world, and together with its partners, the programme provides training on more sustainable farming practices to more than two million cotton farmers in 21 countries*.
Prices will start at just £2 for a two pack of crew neck t-shirts which are sourced as responsible Better Cotton (BCI) and every piece of clothing will have a recycled or sustainable element to it.
Despite this, customers won’t see any price increases across the schoolwear range.
George at Asda's uniform prices
Polos – from £2.50
Shirts – 2 pack from £3
Trousers – £5-8
Jumpers – from £4
Cardigans – from £4
Skirts – from £5
Pinafores – from £5
For more information and to shop, visit the Asda website.
Sainsbury's
For all your school shop needs, Tu has a wide range of high quality styles, colours and ages at great value for money, designed to withstand life beyond the classroom.
Sainsbury’s and Argos are the one-stop destination for parents’ school shop needs, with a diverse range of outfits and stylish accessories making the start of term time convenient, cost-effective and stress-free.
The added convenience of Click & Collect and delivery from Tu.co.uk and Argos.co.uk means that you can get all of your school shop needs delivered straight to your door.
Tu school uniforms will make the morning school run that little bit smoother, with scuff-free shoes saving parents time from cleaning and polishing, and permanently pleated skirts making ironing a breeze.
Reinforced knees in trousers will make sure they survive all of the tumbles and fun of the playground, as well as all knitwear and jerseys staying brighter for longer with perfect colour technology, and time saving non-iron shirts.
Tu's School Shop offers more than just school uniform; parents will also be able to pick up further school essentials, from trendy pencil cases to stylish stationery. The expansive range provides kids with all the accessories they need to be top of the class this year.
Sainsbury's uniform prices
Sainsbury’s uniform will cost you…
Polos – 3 pack from £3.50
Shirts – 3 pack from £4
Trousers – 2 pack from £6
Jumpers – 2 pack from £4
Cardigans – 2 pack from £6
Skirts – 2 pack from £6
Pinafores – 2 pack from £9
For more information and to shop, visit the Sainsbury's website.
M&S
With September and a new school year just around the corner, Marks & Spencer has everything you need to ensure a smooth return.
A variety of strong, smart and super comfy styles packed with clever innovations can be found online and in stores, as well as guides on how to find the perfect fit at home, making M&S your one-stop school uniform shop.
Smart innovations are available in a range of colours and styles to ensure uniforms look good all year round. StayNEWTM technology, stay-put hems, permanent pleats and scuff-resistant shoes let kids enjoy learning and playing all day. Our Easy Dressing range features innovations such as soft elastic waistbands, hidden labels and alternatives to buttons and zips, making dressing for school simpler and speedier.
Fit guides with step by step instructions how to measure kids’ feet are available online and in school shoe zones in stores, making it easier for everyone to find the perfect fuss-free fit.
M&S uniform prices
Polos – 3 pack from £7
Shirts – 2 pack from £9
Trousers – from £11
Jumpers – from £8
Cardigans – from £9
Skirts – from £9
Pinafores – from £10
For more information and to shop, visit the M&S website.
Morrisons
Morrisons’ range for kids looks very well priced, but not quite as cheap as Aldi and Lidl.
The range is available for ages 3-13 and all colour items have colour stays technology, which means means the colour should maintain for up to a minimum 50 washes.
The skirts and trousers also come with an adjustable waist and hem, meaning they’ll fit as your kids grow, and reinforced knees, for any falls or grazes.
Shirts are easy iron too, and kids will love the soft feel of the jumpers and sweatshirts.
Morrisons uniform prices
Polos – 2 pack from £2.50
Shirts – 2 pack from £3
Jumper – 2 pack from £6
Cardigans – 2 pack from £7
Skirts – 2 pack from £7
Pinafores – £3 each
For more information and to shop, visit the Morrisons website.
