School shoes, gymies or plimsolls are worn for six or seven hours a day so they need to be comfortable. Our collection features velcro boys school shoes in soft leather that moulds to their feet and stays comfy all day long.

Young children who cannot manage tying shoelaces may prefer easy-to-wear velcro styles. These hook-and-loop strap closures look smart and can be worn with a school uniform.

Superfit Storm Shoe

The waterproof, breathable school shoes from Superfit, the market leader for children’s footwear, have been designed to be both comfortable and durable. They have a double velcro fastening to ensure a secure fit. The patented GORE-TEX membrane allows the feet to breathe and also regulates their temperature so that the feet remain dry.

The new sneaker from Superfit combines everything that a trendy and, at the same time, practical shoe needs to have: Functional textiles and great suede are combined with a flexible rubber sole that is suitable for all outdoor activities thanks to its funny wave profile. The practical rip tape fasteners allow the shoe to be put on and taken off quickly, and its width can be individually adjusted. Cool colour accents and reflective materials underline the sporty look of the STORM.

Clarks Scooterspeed

Built around durability, protection and fun, these must-have school shoes from Clarks champion all of the essential features for your little one’s day at school. Designed with a sporty look but smart enough for the classroom, these black leather shoes feature a chunky bumper toe and grippy outsole to stabilise his steps on his journey to school, while riptape fastenings offer a super-comfy fit and the footbed develops a personalised shape over time, helping him to keep his feet fresh all day long.

Durable, comfortable and smart – these velcro boys school shoes are the perfect choice for a long day at school. The black leather shoes are teamed with a chunky bumper toe and a grippy outsole for stability, while the dual velcro straps allow for an easy on/off fit. The footbed develops a personalised shape for comfort, while the Agion lining helps to keep the shoes fresh throughout the day.

Primigi Meryl T Bar

Sleek and smart, these black patent school shoes can handle the demands of a busy classroom. They can be worn with a choice of straps, including a sparkly rainbow or a plain Lelli Kelly branded strap. The leather uppers are easily wiped clean and have cushioning around the ankle and footbed to ensure your child’s feet stay comfortable throughout their day at school.

Whether your child wears them with the sparkle detachable rainbow or the plain one, these girls’ school shoes from Primigi are practical and pretty. They have a beautiful, soft black patent finish that can be wiped down, and the soles are hard-wearing. These are ideal for a girl who wants to show off her personality with her school footwear.

Primigi shoes use injection moulding instead of glue to bind their Polyurethane soles together. This technique is much tougher and more long-lasting than conventional glue so they can stand up to a lot of wear and tear. They also come in wide-width fitting. Netmums members tested these Primigi Meryl T-Bar shoes and found them to be very good value for money.

Primigi Gabriella Colinne

Primigi kids shoes are expertly designed and made predominantly in Europe and offer great value for little feet. They use a hard-wearing PU sole material and a soft, cushioned footbed so your child can walk around all day feeling comfortable.

Whether your child wears them as indoor shoes or plimsolls, they’ll be looking smart in these boys black trainers. They have a bungee style lace and Velcro fastening to make them easy to put on and secure. They also have a soft, padded footbed for extra comfort with every step.

Saucony Cohesion Velcro

Whether your young athlete is new to running or has been training for years, they need the right shoes to keep them feeling safe and comfortable. The Cohesion 14 from Saucony delivers just that. It is a neutral trainer that’s perfect for beginners trying out this whole running thing as well as experienced runners who are looking for a shoe to do easy day, low mileage runs (3-5 miles).

This velcro boys school shoes also features a durable outsole for extra traction and a hook-and-loop closure strap to secure the shoe. A breathable mesh upper allows sweat to evaporate while they play, and the PET lining is anti-stink so that odours won’t be an issue. It is the newest edition of the Cohesion trainer, and reviewers love how lightweight it feels while still providing moderate, light cushioning. It also has a very reasonable price tag, making it an excellent value. Compared to the previous edition, this one is slightly lighter in the footbed and heel, but the overall feel is very similar.