Who does not remember the first day of school – that fluttery feeling in the stomach and the anticipation of something new? This is not only a big day for the children but also for the parents. The start of school requires some preparation: What clothing does your child need? Should my child wear shell clothes or rainwear? How many extra clothes should be kept on the shelf?

It is desirable that your child is dressed so that they feel warm and dry throughout the day. This should be balanced with the child being able to run around and play freely. Shell clothes are among our favorite garments and come highly recommended for the start of school. A pair of shell trousers is easy for the child to put on and protects against both moisture and wind. With a shell jacket that can easily be supplemented with a fleece sweater or zip jacket for extra warmth, your little one is ready for all kinds of outdoor play. If it is warm outside, it is enough for your child to wear only the zip jacket; if it rains, they put on the shell jacket; and when it gets cold, the child should wear both. Feel free to read more about how we think about the layering principle.

It is not only for your child's sake that it is good to be well prepared regarding clothing for the start of school. It also makes things easier for the teachers at preschool since there are always clothes suitable for the weather. They have many children to keep track of, and it is not fun if a child cannot join outdoor play just because a hat is lost or trousers are soaked through.

Checklist – outerwear for the start of school

- Winter overall
- Shell jacket and shell trousers
- Fleece jacket/fleece set
- Rainwear / oilskin clothes – lined & unlined
- Mittens, both thin and thick
- Hat according to the season
- Base layer
- Wool socks
- Rubber boots
- Shoes according to the season

Tip: Mark your child's clothes with a marker pen or name tags. This makes it easier for everyone to keep track of all clothing items. Mitten holders may also be worth investing in so that your child's mittens do not wander off and get lost.