Keep Kids Top Of The Class With These Back To School Essentials From M&S
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It's almost back to school time - and, as always, Marks & Spencer has everything you need.
We’re more than halfway into the summer holidays - can you believe it? - so it’s officially time to start shopping for the new academic year. After almost a month of focusing all of your attention on the kids, this last hurrah before they head back through those school gates should be simple and straightforward - but it never seems plain sailing when you’re sitting in a shop surrounded by poor-fitting shoes and a million different school bags. Add to that the essential items that also need to comply with school rules - the list is endless. No matter how organised you try to be or how many times you’ve approached the looming new school year before, the same problems arise time and again. But let me stop you there, because shopping for fun back to school essentials with flair needn’t be a total brain drain - well, not when you shop with Marks and Spencer anyway.
Not only can you kit your kids out in the best quality school uniform and PE kit with M&S's own line, but they go one step further by stocking the best back to school brands that your kids will love - ensuring they’ll stand out from the crowd while fitting in on the playground. There’s so much to consider when it comes to shoes - regulation styles, quality, comfortable fit - but luckily M&S stock two iconic brands within the realms of school footwear. Then there’s accessories - school bags and bottles that can be a great way to express themselves - with M&S stocking brands that allow them to fully go to town. Thanks to this iconic high-street store, you’ll be able to get the back to school spree wrapped up well in advance - and in one go.
From the best school shoes to the coolest accessories, scroll on to discover five brands that will tick all of the right boxes for the next school term.
Shoes starting from
Clarks
£41.00
School shoes can be a total minefield, and with picky kids… double the hassle and trouble, right? Well, it really needn’t be. Clarks are renowned for their durable shoes that boast of longevity, comfort and style - for kids as well as adults.
Accessories from
Hype
£12.99
Your kids have spent the entire summer break expressing themselves through the games they play and the clothes they wear, so it will likely be a culture shock for them when they’re thrust back into school uniform again. Allow them to make a bold statement with these must-have back to school accessories that they will love.
Toys from
Early Learning Centre
£8.00
Learning needn’t be boring, which is why the Early Learning Centre is the perfect destination for purchasing fun learning must-haves for your kids to enjoy in the car on the way to school, or when they get home and they’re getting bored after dinner.
Shoes from
Kickers
£50.00
Kids outgrow shoes quicker than you can get through a mug of coffee, which is why there are never enough options when it comes to shoes that stand the test of time. Smart and preppy, Kickers have been a firm favourite of many parents and kids for years thanks to their trend-led designs and sumptuous comfort. Here are the best of the bunch.
Accessories from
Smiggle
£9.00
Stationery, water bottles, lunch boxes, bags and backpacks - kids can’t get enough of it all, and letting their personalities and passions shine through with their accessories is a must when the new academic year begins. Smiggle stock the best matching sets so that your kids can pick a pattern and get kitted out with everything they need - handy or what!?