Startrite Boys School Shoe Strike Black Leather

If you're in or near Banbridge, our store stocks school shoes from brands including Start-Rite, Clarks and Geox, and you can also shop online.

Look for a hard-wearing upper such as leather, a secure fastening such as velcro or laces, a flexible, grippy sole and a toe that resists scuffs. It's also worth checking that the style fits your school's uniform rules.

School shoes should fit securely at the heel without slipping, with a little room at the toe and enough width for the toes to move naturally. Fastenings should hold the foot in place all day.

Start-Rite designs its children's shoes with growing feet in mind, with cushioning, flexibility and secure fastenings. A well-fitting shoe matters most, which is why Start-Rite offers its styles in different width fittings.

Start-Rite shoes are made from high-quality leathers and materials, built to last through active play and regular use. Parents often find they outlast cheaper alternatives.