You're on your summer holiday but have this nagging feeling about September. With a new school year just around the corner, you're probably facing a whole list of things your children need before they go back. Given the speed at which they grow these days, it's highly likely this list includes new school uniform that doesn't cost a fortune.
Fear not – we've found the most affordable school uniform on offer that you can still buy, so your kids will be raring to go come September. And if you still have things to buy, make sure you check out the best school bags and the most affordable school shoes.
From John Lewis & Partners to M&S – which currently has a big sale on shirts, trousers, pinafores, dresses and lots more, shop the best affordable school uniforms now.
Shop: The Best School Uniform To Buy Online
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![M&S, 5pk Boys' Regular Fit Easy to Iron School Shirts (2-18 Yrs)](https://images.bauerhosting.com/celebrity/sites/3/2024/07/white-shirts.jpg?auto=format&w=1440&q=80)
www.marksandspencer.com
Available from 2 to 18 years, shop this incredible value for money five-pack of white school shirts, designed with time-saving easy to iron technology. Music to our ears.
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![2pk Boys' Regular Leg School Trousers (2-18 Yrs)](https://images.bauerhosting.com/celebrity/sites/3/2024/07/black-trousers-1.jpg?auto=format&w=1440&q=80)
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A convenient two-pack of school trousers with a straight-leg shape and crease-resistant fabric.
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![M&S shirts](https://images.bauerhosting.com/celebrity/sites/3/2023/08/ms-shirts.webp?auto=format&w=1440&q=80)
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These shirts are high quality and available in three different colours.
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![M&S Girls' Pure Cotton Gingham School Dress (2-14 Yrs)](https://images.bauerhosting.com/celebrity/sites/3/2024/07/gingham-dress.jpg?auto=format&w=1440&q=80)
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M&S's gingham dress is comfortable and stylish, with a three-button fastening at the front and two handy pockets. Also available in red and yellow.
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![M&S Girls' Pleated Bib School Pinafore (2-12 Yrs)](https://images.bauerhosting.com/celebrity/sites/3/2024/07/grey-dress.jpg?auto=format&w=1440&q=80)
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The classic pinafore with a bib design and easy button-up detailing. It's stain proof and weatherproof, and available for ages 2 to 12.
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![M&S 2pk Girls' Jersey School Polo Shirts (2-18 Yrs)](https://images.bauerhosting.com/celebrity/sites/3/2024/07/white-shirt-3.jpg?auto=format&w=1440&q=80)
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A pretty take on the classic polo shirt, this cotton rich, ultra-soft design comes in a pack of two and features charming picot edging and ruching at the chest.
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![M&S 2pk Girls' Pleated School Skirts (2-18 Yrs)](https://images.bauerhosting.com/celebrity/sites/3/2024/07/black-skirt.jpg?auto=format&w=1440&q=80)
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Featuring smart pleats and an adjustable waist, shop these two-pack of skirts for convenience all year round.
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![M&S 2pk Girls' Pure Cotton School Cardigan (3-18 Yrs)](https://images.bauerhosting.com/celebrity/sites/3/2024/07/cardigan-1.jpg?auto=format&w=1440&q=80)
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For colder days, this 100% cotton cardigan is ideal.
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![john lewis PE jogging bottoms](https://images.bauerhosting.com/celebrity/sites/3/2023/08/JL-joggers.webp?auto=format&w=1440&q=80)
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Available from 3-16 years and in black or navy, these joggers are perfect for PE during the colder months.
These white polo shirts from Fruit of the Loom are ideal for the summer months and come in a range of sizes for all ages.
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![skechers school shoes](https://images.bauerhosting.com/celebrity/sites/3/2023/08/skechers.jpeg?auto=format&w=1440&q=80)
www.newlook.com
A comfortable shoe option that adheres to school uniform rules, these should last at least the whole school year (growth spurts aside!).
![john lewis school trousers](https://images.bauerhosting.com/celebrity/sites/3/2023/08/JL-school-trousers.webp?auto=format&w=1440&q=80)
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Available in grey, black, charcoal and navy, these trousers should last longer thanks to their adjustable waist.
![argos school dresses](https://images.bauerhosting.com/celebrity/sites/3/2023/08/argos.webp?auto=format&w=1440&q=80)
www.argos.co.uk
Feel super organised by buying uniforms for the spring and summer months while they're still in stock.
![asos shoes](https://images.bauerhosting.com/celebrity/sites/3/2023/08/asos-shoes.jpg?auto=format&w=1440&q=80)
www.asos.com
These loafers are available in sizes 2-11 and are less than £30.
![matalan school cardigan](https://images.bauerhosting.com/celebrity/sites/3/2023/08/matalan-school.jpg?auto=format&w=1440&q=80)
www.matalan.co.uk
There are six different colours of this multipack available.
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![john lewis shorts](https://images.bauerhosting.com/celebrity/sites/3/2023/08/jl-shorts.webp?auto=format&w=1440&q=80)
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These PE shorts are super affordable, starting at just £3.
![tu school shoes](https://images.bauerhosting.com/celebrity/sites/3/2023/08/tu-school-shoes.webp?auto=format&w=1440&q=80)
www.argos.co.uk
These gender-neutral school shoes are incredibly affordable and hard-wearing to boot.
![new look school trousers](https://images.bauerhosting.com/celebrity/sites/3/2023/08/new-look-school-trousers.jpeg?auto=format&w=1440&q=80)
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This handy adjustable waist means you won't (hopefully) need to replace these too soon.