Discounts alert📣 Save on your child’s school trainers and PE kit with New Balance

Known for their quality, durability and comfort, New Balance trainers are built to withstand everything from playground scrapes to after-school football games. Their back-to-school collection features comfy, stylish options that’ll see both your child or teenager through the year (and may even fit the younger sibling next term).

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But it’s not just about the shoes. New Balance has a range of PE kit staples, too, including breathable t-shirts, shorts, backpacks and cosy hoodies that can be used for PE lessons and beyond. Budget-conscious? Check out their outlet section for some wallet-friendly savings. We spotted some brilliant discounts on trainers and PE gear that are perfect for growing feet and shrinking purses.

Ready to tick the PE kit off your school shopping checklist? Head over to the New Balance website and get sorted in one go. Your future self (and your kids' feet) will thank you.

New Balance offers for back to school shopping

While there’s not a back to school sale per se, parents can nab some great deals on popular New Balance styles for their young children and teenagers - including on 574s, 327s, 550s and even 1906s. 

Here are some of the best discounts we’ve found on New Balance trainers for school…

50% off these Fresh Foam Arishi v4 shoes that are available in sizes for toddlers up to big kids, was £60, now £30

New Balance kids’ Fresh Foam Arishi v4 Shoes, was £60, now £30 | Buy now from New Balance

Mumsnet seal of approval: "[I] just loved the new soles (Fresh Foam) on the New Balance (860s for me and my pronation). I've done a few 5ks since getting them and no breaking in needed." Trickedbyadoughnut

40% off these 574 shoes that are available in four different colours (we particularly like the purple ones), was £65, now £39

New Balance kids’ 574 shoes, was £65, now £39 | Buy now from New Balance

Mumsnet seal of approval: "I have two pairs of 574s which are more retro style than the ones which are super popular right now. I really like them." Judystilldreamsofhorses

Related: When do kids go back to school in the UK?

30% off the 373 hook and loop shoes that are great for smaller hands and available in six colours - was £55, now £39

New Balance kids’ 373 shoes, was £55, now £39 | Buy now from New Balance

Mumsnet seal of approval: "I have the 373 style and find them true to size. They are not terribly wide but they are really light and comfy." huntersmum

If they’re good enough for a basketball court, they’re perfect for a PE lesson… These 550 bungee lace with top strap shoes were £75, now £45 - that’s 40% off!

New Balance kids’ 550 bungee lace with top strap shoes, was £75, now £45 | Buy now from New Balance

Mumsnet seal of approval: "These NB are similar to Air Force 1s..." Heyheey

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About the author

Rebecca Roberts is a writer, editor, and content marketing expert hailing from Leeds. Here at Mumsnet, she brings parents content designed to make life easier. As a mother of two herself, she knows all too well how hard it can be to find clothing and footwear that can stand the test of time. Beyond her role as an editor here at Mumsnet, Rebecca can be found balancing life as a working mum of two toddlers and when she’s not at her desk, you’ll likely find her at a local playgroup, in a nearby coffee shop, or walking the dog.

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