Parents can nonetheless get Clarks college sneakers from £25 as new vary launches
Alongside its great-value basics, Clarks has launched a ‘super durable’ kids’ shoe range from £38, and 50% off the third pair when shoppers buy three.
Best foot forward for the new term with lower prices from Clarks (Image: Clarks)
With kids having just days left before they’re back at their desks, many parents will be rushing to tick school shoes off their back-to-school checklist. Clarks is a go-to for many families looking for comfortable, well-fitting footwear, and its latest range of ‘super durable’ school shoes proving to be popular.
The high street giant has unveiled the collection that is engineered to survive everything from playground antics to the daily school run. For even bigger savings, families purchasing three pairs can also snag the third pair for 50% off, which could prove especially handy for parents shopping for multiple children or youngsters who rapidly outgrow their footwear.
Among the highlights of the range are the Tapa Skip Youth Black Leather Shoes. Boasting a premium leather upper and cushioned collar, the £38 style has been designed to stay comfort and supportive throughout the school day.
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For something with a little more ‘pizzaz’ the Lorcam Jane Kid starts from £44 and is available in black leather or patent options. Offered in children’s sizes 10-2.5, these shoes come in both standard and wide fittings, making them a sensible choice for little ones requiring additional space.
The bow embellishment provides an adorable final flourish, which might make them more attractive to youngsters who are choosey about their shoes. Another choice is the Derry Bar Youth Black Leather Shoe, costing £40 and described by Clarks as a ‘modern twist on the classic Mary Jane’.
Feather Shine Kid shoes
The unisex school shoes blend a sporty style with classroom-ready practicality.
For older girls, the Lorcam Lace Youth offers a chunky, durable sole with a cute ribbon lace detail and a second plain lace option, giving two looks in one shoe. Available from £49, the lace up staples come in sizes 3 to 9 with half sizes included.
Many of the new super durable shoes feature scuff-resistant technology to help them cope with school days and playtime. Clarks has also focused on comfort and breathability, with features designed to support growing feet that can spend more than 35 hours a week in school shoes.
The range includes shoes for older children and teenagers(Image: Clarks)
Other great value options collection include this pair of Feather Shine Kid shoes priced between £25 and £27. Available in sizes 1 – 13.5, they come in standard and wide fit, and whilst they are not part of the super durable range they still blend a sporty style with classroom-ready practicality.
Delighted with the great value find, one buyer said: “Great shoes my son loves them and they are comfy, plus keeps his feet dry as well in rainy conditions, would buy again.”
Another called them a ‘good, hardwearing pair of school shoes’ although one did note that they “start off a little tighter across the top” for children with wider feet.
The Feather Shine Kids shoes offer unbeatable value for younger children (Image: Clarks)
Parents can skip the busy high street altogether, with Clarks offering free standard delivery when shoppers buy a measure-at-home foot gauge. It means kids’ feet can be measured at home before ordering, saving parents a trip to the shops during the back-to-school rush.
For families who would prefer an in-store fitting, Clarks lets parents book a measurement appointment online, helping avoid the dreaded queues. Its school shoes are also podiatrist-approved and come in whole and half sizes, plus different width fittings for narrow or wider feet.
While the retailer is renowned for its footwear, parents can also snap up other back-to-school necessities from the retailer, such as school bags, lunchboxes and umbrellas. This allows families to bag several school essentials in one go, saving them the hassle of multiple trips to different stores.
For those seeking more budget-friendly options, Next offers school shoes including its Black Wide Fit (G) School Leather Lace-Up Shoes, with prices kicking off at £28.
Elsewhere, Matalan has also released its back-to-school collection with uniforms and footwear on offer. These Black Scuff-Resistant Casual School Trainers are priced between £12.80 – £13.60, down from £16 – £17.
Clarks school shoes are designed to offer comfort and practicality(Image: Clarks)
Over on Trustpilot, Clarks shoppers were equally enthusiastic about the brand for back to school, with one writing: “Jaime provided us with excellent service when shopping for our daughter’s very first pair of school shoes. Extremely kind and caring and looked after us really well.”
One did appear to deduct a star as they felt Clarks could be on the pricey side, writing: “Good service, no issues, will always buy children’s school shoes from Clarks. The prices are getting out of hand though.”
Another shopper, Carrie said: “Mo at Middlebrook Bolton store was brilliant with my son Leo. Purchased Leo’s school shoes and he couldn’t do enough. Thank you.”
Holly commented: “Ben and Emily at Clark’s Poole store were fantastic with my twins. We came in for their first school shoes and PE trainers and the customer service was brilliant.”
Kimberley posted: “Sam was so friendly and helpful. We had foot measuring and bought new school shoes – all so easy. My daughter is also really pleased with her new shoes and can’t wait to wear them!”
And another shopper added: “I took four of my children to Clarks in Huddersfield for school shoes yesterday, not realising it was so close to closing time. But this wasn’t too much trouble for Assistant Manager, Michelle, who made sure we left with some lovely, well-fitted school shoes – thank you!”
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