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SCHOOL (UNIFORM) REPORT

Compare value for money on school uniforms from the supermarkets with Mrs Crunch’s handy guide

Because Back to School shouldn't break the bank in September

WITH September fast approaching, it is time to get Back to School sorted.

This week, get ahead of the class with my handy guide to the school uniforms that are still in stock – and that you can pick up while doing your weekly food shop.

 Its almost time for the kids to go Back to School - make sure it doesn't break the bank with Mrs Crunch's handy guide to convenient, good value uniform shopping
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Its almost time for the kids to go Back to School - make sure it doesn't break the bank with Mrs Crunch's handy guide to convenient, good value uniform shoppingCredit: Getty Images

I have compared prices on key items, as well as retailers’ guarantees, so you can see which store is the best value for your little scholars.


NUTMEG AT MORRISONS

 A two pack of polo shirts like these will set you back £2-£3 from the Nutmeg at Morrisons uniform range
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A two pack of polo shirts like these will set you back £2-£3 from the Nutmeg at Morrisons uniform range
 Morrisons offer a 200-day guarantee for all uniform items - if they don't last that long, the store will refund you
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Morrisons offer a 200-day guarantee for all uniform items - if they don't last that long, the store will refund you

Guarantee: 200 days. Return or refund with proof of purchase.

Polo shirt: Two-pack, £2 to £3 depending on size.

Shirt: Two-pack, £3 to £4

Trousers: £3 to £4. Two-packs £6 to £8.

Skirts: £3 to £4.

Jumper: £3 to £4.

Sweatshirt: £3 to £4.

Cardigan: £3 to £4.


GEORGE AT ASDA

 ASDA's uniforms are slightly more expensive but also come in a range of styles, and with a 100 day guarantee
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ASDA's uniforms are slightly more expensive but also come in a range of styles, and with a 100 day guarantee

Guarantee: 100 days. Return or refund with proof of purchase.

Polo shirt: Two-pack, £2.50 to £4 depending on size.

Shirt: Two-pack from £3 to £8.

Trousers: £3 to £8. Two-pack from £5 to £9.

Skirts: £3.50 to £7. Two-pack from £7.

Jumper: £3 to £5.

Sweatshirt: £2 to £4.

Cardigan: £6 to £8.


SAINSBURY’S TU

 Sainsbury's guarantee some of their uniforms will last 20 washes - and are offering 25% off before August 22nd
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Sainsbury's guarantee some of their uniforms will last 20 washes - and are offering 25% off before August 22nd

Guarantee: Some items have Teflon finish guaranteed to last 20 washes.

Take 25 per cent off Tu school uniform online and in-store before midnight on August 22. Offer subject to availability.

Polo shirt: Three-pack from £3.50 to £6.50.

Shirt: Three-pack from £4.50 to £9.50.

Trousers: Two-pack from £7 to £11.

Skirts: Two-pack from £6 to £7.

Jumper: Two-pack from £6 to £12.

Sweatshirt: Two-pack from £4 to £8.

Cardigan: Two-pack from £6 to £14.

MARKS & SPENCER

 M&S uniforms are more expensive, but some are stain repellent
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M&S uniforms are more expensive, but some are stain repellent

Guarantee: Some items have Stormwear stain repellent.

Polo shirt: Two-pack, £7 to £13 depending on size and style.

Shirt: Two-pack £8 to £15.

Trousers: Single pair from £9 to £19, two-pack from £11 to £17.

Skirts: Two-pack from £10 to £16.

Jumper: £8 to £19.

Sweatshirt: £6 to £9.

Cardigan: £7 to £22.