As the new school year approaches, you’re likely on the hunt for good quality school uniform that will last from term to term, not just the next few months. With the colder weather not too far away, you’ll need to consider what coat will keep your child dry, warm and comfortable throughout the year.
As the new school year approaches, you’re likely to be working through your back-to-school shopping list and looking for the best school uniform, with pieces that will last from term to term, not just the next few months. With colder weather not too far away, you’ll also need a coat that keeps your child dry, warm and comfortable throughout the year.
Picking a coat for primary school involves carefully weighing up cosiness against bulk, as you’ll inevitably end up carrying it home on warmer days. The British weather is also unpredictable, so a washable, waterproof coat with a hood is a practical choice. For secondary school, stylish and socially acceptable designs are crucial. You’ll want a jacket that’s warm enough to keep your child comfortable, but not so bulky that they’ll struggle to fit it on their coat hook.
But remember: not all school coats are created equal. If you’re sick of your child rejecting a bulky padded coat, zips that are impossible to secure or so-called ‘showerproof’ coats that leave them soaked through after a single downpour, we’ve got you covered.
We’ve scoured the Mumsnet forums for the brands and styles parents recommend, from insulated waterproof coats for Reception children to padded jackets for juniors and puffers that older children will actually wear to secondary school.
Still working through the rest of the kit list? Our guides to the best lunch boxes, best bento boxes, best kids’ water bottles and best school bags can help with the bits that have to survive being shoved into a locker or abandoned under a desk.
Best school coats at a glance