Traipsing from shop to shop and navigating hefty crowds of stressed-out people really makes the back-to-school shop a nightmare. Everything seems to be in a different shop and every shop seems to be miles away from where you are - something that a cranky child definitely does not appreciate.
We’ve often thought that if we could get everything in one convenient place, the whole experience would be much more pleasant, and it appears Tesco has heard our silent prayers. Or possibly stumbled across our Twitter rants…
The supermarket chain is well-equipped for back-to-school time, offering mum everything she needs under one roof. Start ticking things off your list now.
The Uniform
Tesco has just launched its F&F uniform range, which means great quality clothes at equally great value. For example, for just €6.50, Mum can pick up an amazing uniform bundle* that includes a blue polo shirt, a navy jumper and navy trousers or skirt.
Yes, we were blown away too.
If you’re only looking to update certain parts of your child’s uniform, there are also plenty of individual items available. The polo shirts (€1.50) are 100% cotton and the trousers and skirts are both made from stain-resistant fabrics, which means they’re practical for inevitably-messy kids.
All items are good quality, as well as machine washable and tumble dryer friendly, and also include As New technology, which keeps colours bright and clothes bobble-free. But we haven’t even told you the best part yet…
With almost one quarter of parents buying uniforms and shoes in bigger sizes so that they last longer, the F&F range has come up with a genius solution to stop our poor kids from being swamped in too-big clothes for half the year. Both the skirts and trousers (from €7 for two-pack) in this range have adjustable waists for longer wear as your little one grows.
Problem solved!
Stationary
As well as having great deals on packets of pens and pencils, Tesco has a wide and varied range of stationary that will see your kids through the school year. From markers and colouring pencils to maths sets and calculators, you’ll easily get pick up everything on your stationary shopping list, as well as pick up the much-needed copybooks.
If you’re looking to get school projects or notes organised, there are lots of options available. Choose from clip boards (€2.50), ring binders (€1.40) or even expanding files (€4.50 for 12-pocket file), and your child is guaranteed to be the most organised pupil in school. For the month of September, at least…
School bags
The F&F range also caters for kids who need new school bags. With lightweight drawstring versions for younger kids starting at €6.50 and sturdier rucksacks from just €10, Mum really can find everything she needs under one roof.
Lunch boxes
With a great selection of lunch boxes and water bottles – as well as all the ingredients needed to fill them – Tesco has you sorted when it comes to school lunches. The Sistema Quaddie Lunchbox is our top pick, ideal for mums who want to make school lunches seem a little more exciting. This box contains numerous compartments your child will love, making the standard sandwich-and-snacks combo a whole lot of fun.
Select uniform essentials are available all year around with the full F&F Back to School range now online at f-f.com and at selected Tesco stores nationwide.
* Bundle products are available while stocks last in selected stores nationwide.
