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School Sandals Buying Guide 2024
When you’re on the lookout for School Sandals ready for the new school year – look no further than The Athlete’s Foot New Zealand.
Whether you’re looking for formal leather school styles or something a bit more informal in a walking style – we have a large selection of school and uniform appropriate sandals for all ages and activities. Breathable, durable and easy to slip on and off – sandals are growing in popularity for some schools’ uniform policies.
Our guide below should help you find the right pair of kids sandals to see them through the next school year.
Does your school allow sandals? Whilst some schools do have a strict policy in requiring sandals – (8% of high schools and 3% of primary schools say it’s a must) – approximately 40% of all primary schools have no strict footwear policy – and we fully recommend that sandals offer a perfect alternative to leather school shoes!
We recommend however, checking with your school in advance of the school year, in case there are any fixed policies when it comes to your children’s footwear – if sandals are a no-go, the school might lean towards allowing sandshoes like an Asics, or even a more formal footwear style like our range of Alpha Footwear. Explore our sandal alternative school footwear styles below.
SHOP FORMAL STYLES
SHOP SPORTS STYLES
Here at The Athlete’s Foot, we have an incredible instore team that can help you find your fit – for all members of the family. Now, this is especially important when it comes to Back To School Season, having the right fit for your kids school shoes means they can focus on fun and learning and not ill fitting footwear.
Our instore teams are here to help you – use our store locator to find your nearest the Athlete’s Foot store to make your school footwear booking today. Come and join us instore today.
STORE LOCATOR
More and more parents are doing their School Footwear research well in advance of the start of the school year, it’s important to be prepared, so here’s our picks below.
ALPHA ANA ROMAN SANDAL
The Alpha Ana Sandal is available in both Junior and Senior sizing options, and comes in a durable leather material in the classic Roman Sandal style. The stud clasp style opening is ideal for smaller hands, whereas the outsole is made from rubber and perfect for added traction for those days when they’re constantly on the go.
ORTHAHEEL NOOSA SANDAL
The Orthaheel Noosa sandal is a perfect sporty sandal for school. The benefit of this style is that it can also be used as a walking sandal – so it doubles up its usage on and off the playground. Just as perfect for Maths Lessons as it is for a weekend hike. The sleek black colour is also uniform friendly.
CLARKS PANDORA
This classic open toed leather style is an ideal school footwear option for primary school. With self-fastening straps and premium cushioning, this lightweight sandal is a dream for all day comfort.
SHOP SANDALS
Whether you need formal or casual sandals to get your kids through the rest of the school year – make sure to check out The Athlete’s Foot for Back to School Season 2024.
See you on the playground!
Whether you’re looking for formal leather school styles or something a bit more informal in a walking style – we have a large selection of school and uniform appropriate sandals for all ages and activities. Breathable, durable and easy to slip on and off – sandals are growing in popularity for some schools’ uniform policies.
Our guide below should help you find the right pair of kids sandals to see them through the next school year.
CHECK IN WITH YOUR SCHOOL
Does your school allow sandals? Whilst some schools do have a strict policy in requiring sandals – (8% of high schools and 3% of primary schools say it’s a must) – approximately 40% of all primary schools have no strict footwear policy – and we fully recommend that sandals offer a perfect alternative to leather school shoes!
We recommend however, checking with your school in advance of the school year, in case there are any fixed policies when it comes to your children’s footwear – if sandals are a no-go, the school might lean towards allowing sandshoes like an Asics, or even a more formal footwear style like our range of Alpha Footwear. Explore our sandal alternative school footwear styles below.
SHOP FORMAL STYLES
SHOP SPORTS STYLES
BOOK IN AN INSTORE FITTING
Here at The Athlete’s Foot, we have an incredible instore team that can help you find your fit – for all members of the family. Now, this is especially important when it comes to Back To School Season, having the right fit for your kids school shoes means they can focus on fun and learning and not ill fitting footwear.
Our instore teams are here to help you – use our store locator to find your nearest the Athlete’s Foot store to make your school footwear booking today. Come and join us instore today.
STORE LOCATOR
FIND THE SANDAL STYLE YOU’RE LOOKING FOR
More and more parents are doing their School Footwear research well in advance of the start of the school year, it’s important to be prepared, so here’s our picks below.
ALPHA ANA ROMAN SANDAL
The Alpha Ana Sandal is available in both Junior and Senior sizing options, and comes in a durable leather material in the classic Roman Sandal style. The stud clasp style opening is ideal for smaller hands, whereas the outsole is made from rubber and perfect for added traction for those days when they’re constantly on the go.
ORTHAHEEL NOOSA SANDAL
The Orthaheel Noosa sandal is a perfect sporty sandal for school. The benefit of this style is that it can also be used as a walking sandal – so it doubles up its usage on and off the playground. Just as perfect for Maths Lessons as it is for a weekend hike. The sleek black colour is also uniform friendly.
CLARKS PANDORA
This classic open toed leather style is an ideal school footwear option for primary school. With self-fastening straps and premium cushioning, this lightweight sandal is a dream for all day comfort.
SHOP SANDALS
Whether you need formal or casual sandals to get your kids through the rest of the school year – make sure to check out The Athlete’s Foot for Back to School Season 2024.
See you on the playground!
