![]() School sport socksĪs with your normal school socks above, it’s best to get good quality sports socks. ![]() Socks are a bit trickier to label because they need to stretch which is why we have our very special stretchy iron on sock labels which have the give you need to label socks. So, it’s easy to grab these while doing the weekly food shop. Good news is you can pick up pretty good school socks in most supermarkets now. Again, it’s best to get high cotton content or merino if you can for breathability. Socks are something that can fall apart in a week or can stand the test of time. It’s also worth checking if your blazer can be machine washed or if they are dry clean only. We have classic sew on labels which are perfect for blazers. Many schools now do “second hand” options where you can buy these used which is also a great option for saving some pennies. Just a word of warning, blazers can be expensive so it’s worthwhile warning the kids to try their best not to lose or damage these. You can get away with buying these roomy for them to “grow into”. Make sure you wash these before school starts so the kids aren’t left with bright red or black bobbles on their lovely new white shirts. If you’re able to find jumpers with a high cotton content more the better so they are as breathable as possible. Or the initials come off in the wash which is why we designed our stick on labels. Ties can be tricky because they don’t always have a care label to write initials onto. So, it’s important to mark which ones belong to your household otherwise they are very likely to get swapped or even lost! Iron on clothing labels are a great solution because they can withstand a boil wash. Shirts are a school staple but in the changing room they look alike. If you are handy with a sewing machine and have the time adding this might come in handy. Pockets are handy but aren’t a feature in many school pinafores or dresses. Some schools have a length that you must strictly adhere to so make sure you’ve checked what your individual school’s guidelines dictate. ![]() Snappy tags are a great way to label trousers because they can easily withstand a boil wash. It inevitable your child will be running around, kneeling or cartwheeling in these trousers so best to find the most durable within your budget. ![]() Personalise with a name or class of your choosing, add a fun icon and attach with the keyring provided. If you’re looking for some inspiration on how to distinguish your child’s bag from everyone else’s a bag tag or a smaller jacket tag is a great idea. If you’re planning to walk or cycle home in winter months a bag with a reflective strip is even better for road safety during those darker months. Something that can withstand a bit of rain and maybe being dumped at the side of a play park on the way home from school. It’s important to find a supportive and adjustable backpack for starting school. Rain jacket/warm coat depending on the weather!.Change of underwear and trousers/skirt/dress/pinafore just in case in their first year.Plimsoles or gym shoes labelled inside with vinyl shoe labels.Pencil case and a small amount of black lead pencils, eraser and sharpener.Better still, we've included a free printable version for you to use at home. Starting school? We've compiled a check list of School Essential items.
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