>> Hats off (or on!)

Penneys’ AW17 collection might be their best yet, for both adults and kids. These adorable hats will keep them cosy on the school run.

1. & 2. Penneys (€3 each).

>> Uniform blues (1-5)

... and greys, and maroons, and greens – no matter what your child’s school colours, it can be handy to have some affordable basics in the closet to get you through the autumn. Tesco’s F&F collection has a great range, including multiple colours, with lots of variety – from pinafores to jumpers and polo shirts – there’s lots of choice. Dunnes Stores also does a collection of affordable uniform basics.

3. F&F scallop neck polo (from €3, two-pack), cardigan (from €5).

4. F&F bow pinafore (from €6).

5. Dunnes Stores cotton cardigan (from €5).

6. F&F boys polo shirt (from €3, two-pack).

7. Dunnes Stores boys slim fit trousers (from €9).

>> Backpack picks

Accessories don’t need to be tried on or bought two sizes bigger, so a handy way to tick them off your list is to order online. Littlewoods Ireland has a good collection of backpacks and lunchboxes, as do Argos, and both are easy to peruse and process online.

8. Littlewoods (€20 each).

9. & 10. Argos.

>> Comfy cover-ups (6-8)

It’s always good to invest in a cover-up that will see them through the colder months.

11. Billieblush @ Arnotts coat (€65).

12. Penneys parka (€22).

13. River Island gilet (€33, online exclusive).