The M&S school uniform sale has launched! Save on your uniform essentials

When it comes to shopping for your DC's school uniform and school essentials, organisation is key to beating that last minute rush before term starts. It's a good idea to take advantage of early summer school uniform sales like M&S's to help you save both time and money in the lead up to school starting on school uniform, school shoes, school coats and even school bags.

From 2nd July for a limited time only, the Mumsnet-loved retailer have 20% off across their school uniform range, making their affordable pieces even cheaper. Marks & Spencer have long been a trusted name by Mumsnetters for durable, comfortable, and stylish school wear, and with this sale, you can now stock up for less.

While the sale excludes things like footwear, outwear, school bags and lunch boxes, you can snap up your child's uniform essentials for less while stocks last. From stain-resistant white polo shirts, to sturdy, hard-wearing trousers and skirts, M&S's school uniform range has everything your child needs to look smart and stay comfortable in the classroom.

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So, don't miss this opportunity to save on top-quality uniforms (and bask in your smugness of being extra organised this year).

Starting with the one piece most, if not all school children will need: polo shirts. These unisex polo shirts are stain resistant and come in five different colours.

You can also buy them in sizes two to three all the way up to 17 to 18 years old.

3pk Unisex Stain Resist School Polo Shirts, now from £5.60 to £12 | Buy now from M&S

Mumsnet seal of approval: "We've always bought from M&S because they do the super slim variety that my son in particular needs." Harridan1981

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Available in eight different colours, these unisex jumpers are made of pure cotton for extra comfort and breathability and have been crafted with M&S's StayNEW™ technology which reduces bobbling and colour loss.

So, you can rest assured knowing that these jumpers will look new and brighter for longer.

2pk Unisex Pure Cotton School Jumper, now from £8.80 to £13.60 | Buy now from M&S

Promising review: "Excellent quality and washes up well. Great value for money.. you have to hang dry and iron on a medium heat." Beautiful blue14, M&S customer

This two-pack of school skirts are crease resistant and repels water and stains thanks to their stain and weatherproof finish.

2pk Girls' Pleated School Skirts, now from £8 to £12.80 | Buy now from M&S

Mumsnet seal of approval: "M&S non iron pleated skirts OP. I’ve never ironed a pleated skirt in my life. I dry them carefully and they’re good to go." DinosApple

Next up, we have these school trousers that have a straight leg shape for a flattering fit. Like the skirts, they also have a stain and weatherproof finish and come with an adjustable waist and grow proof hems.

You can unpick and press the hems of these trousers for an extra 3cm. A great feature for when your LO has a growth spurt.

2pk Boys' Regular Leg School Trousers, now from £8.80 to £13.60 | Buy now from M&S

Mumsnet seal of approval: "This year I've found trousers in M&S that say they have an adjustable hem, so the trousers can be lengthened a further 3cm. This would be ideal and hopefully solve the problem of them being too short towards the end of the school year." happymummy12345

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These jersey polo shirts come in a two pack and are extra charming with their picot edging. They'd look great with a pinafore dress, too.

2pk Girls' Jersey School Polo Shirts, now from £5.60 to £8 | Buy now from M&S

Promising review: "I purchased these jersey school polo shirts for my Granddaughter as they are a little different from the unisex ones in that there’s more style with the gathering on the front. Easy wash and easy iron .. Please keep making these M&S." Ladyflyer1964, M&S customer

Don't forget the trusty pinafore dress. These come in either grey or navy and feature a zip front with a butterfly puller to make it easier for kids to dress and undress.

2pk Girls’ Pleated School Pinafores, now from £9.60 to £12.80 | Buy now from M&S

Promising review: "Bought for one of my great granddaughters who will be starting school in September I’ve always bought uniforms from M&S for my children grandchildren and great grandchildren. They wash beautifully would recommend to all." Wug, M&S customer

When the weather gets warmer, this gingham pleated school dress is designed in a comfy, regular fit with an easy zip front fastening.

It also comes in eight different colours, so you're bound to find one to suit your school's uniform theme.

Girls' Gingham Pleated School Dress, now from £7.20 to £9.60 | Buy now from M&S

Mumsnet seal of approval: "My DD has the same dresses but not the same issue. How strange! She's been wearing them on and off last two months, plus beginning of school year." Idontknowanymore05

And finally, this two pack of dressing shorts are part of M&S's easy dressing range and come with a pull on waistband to make dressing for school easier (and quicker).

2pk Boys' Easy Dressing School Shorts, now from £6.40 to £11.20 | Buy now from M&S

Promising review: "In fairness, the longer short wasn’t really what we were looking for but we wanted a school uniform style and M & S were the only ones we could find that went up to 14/15. After a very efficient delivery my son is delighted with them to the point where we’ve ordered a further twin pack. Excellent quality and a good adjustable size. We’re very pleased with the purchase." DavyWavyH, M&S customer

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