How Many Uniform Kits Do You Need? A Guide by School Level ?

How Many Uniform Kits Do You Need? A Guide by School Level ?

📝 How Many Uniform Kits Do You Need? A Guide by School Level

Meta description: Not sure how many school uniforms to buy? Here's what the school recommends for each level — including advice on winterwear and PE kits.

👋 How Many School Uniforms Should You Buy?

It’s a common question for parents every year — how many uniform sets do we actually need? The answer depends on your child’s age, how active they are, and how often you do laundry.

Luckily, the school has made it easier by providing official recommendations, including guidance for winter uniforms.

🎒 Kindergarten (Maternelle): 5 to 7 Full Kits

For the youngest students, the school recommends 5 to 7 full uniform kits.

Young children often need a fresh outfit daily — sometimes even more. And the school requests that at least one full kit stays at school at all times, in case of accidents.

Suggested full kit:

  • Short sleeve polo or navy dress
  • Pull-up trousers or shorts
  • PE t-shirt
  • Winterwear: Long sleeve polo + fleece hoodie or pullover

🧼 Laundry tip: Having 6–7 sets means you won’t feel pressured to wash mid-week — especially helpful for busy parents.

🧣 Winterwear:
Long sleeve polos are available now.
Fleece hoodies and pullovers will be delivered in October.

📚 Primary School (Élémentaire): 3 to 5 Full Kits

Primary school children may need 3 to 5 complete kits, depending on how active they are and your family routine.

Suggested full kit:

  • Short sleeve polo or navy dress
  • Trousers, bermudas, or skirts
  • PE t-shirt (1 or 2)
  • Winterwear: Long sleeve polo + hoodie or pullover

🧺 Laundry tip: If you wash twice a week, 3–4 kits may be enough. For busy weeks, having 5 is ideal.

🧣 Winterwear:
Long sleeve polos are available now.
Hoodies and pullovers arrive in October — we recommend pre-ordering.

🧑🏫 Middle School (Collège): 2 to 3 Full Kits + Spare PE Shirts

In middle school, students typically need 2 to 3 full uniform sets, plus 1 or 2 extra PE t-shirts.

Suggested full kit:

  • Short sleeve polo (for warmer months)
  • Long sleeve polo (for colder months)
  • Trousers or cargo trousers
  • PE t-shirts (2–3)
  • Winterwear: Hoodie or pullover (optional)

🎒 Tip: Teenagers often prefer rotating between short and long sleeve polos depending on the weather.

🧣 Winterwear:
Long sleeve polos are already available.
Hoodies and pullovers will be delivered in October — one of each is usually sufficient at this age.

🛒 Shop Smart, Stress Less

Having the right number of uniforms makes the school year smoother for everyone. Here’s a quick recap:

School Level Recommended Kits Winterwear
Maternelle 5 to 7 FS polo + hoodie/pullover
Élémentaire 3 to 5 FS polo + hoodie/pullover
Collège 2 to 3 (+ PE spares) Hoodie/pullover only

🧣 Reminder:
Long sleeve polos (FS polos) are in stock now.
Fleece hoodies and V-neck pullovers will be delivered in October.

📦 Ready to Order?

Visit our Uniform Shop to explore your child’s school category and get everything in one go — including warm layers, PE kits, and spares.

Need help? Our team is always happy to assist via chat or email.

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