School Uniform Market Size & Growth Analysis Report 2028

School Uniform Market Forecast to 2028 - COVID-19 Impact and Global Analysis By Product Type (Topwear, Bottomwear, Footwear, and Others), Category (Boys and Girls), and Distribution Channel (Supermarkets and Hypermarkets, Specialty Stores, Online Retail, and Others)

Publication Month : Jan 2022

  • Report Code : TIPRE00026528
  • Category : Consumer Goods
  • Status : Published
  • No. of Pages : 150
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[Research Report] The school uniform market size was valued at US$ 38,505.66 million in 2021 and is projected to reach US$ 58,950.69 million by 2028; it is expected to grow at a CAGR of 6.3% from 2021 to 2028.

School uniform is one of the important categories of the children's clothing industry. School uniforms contribute positively to a child’s behavior in school also develop an affinity with learning. The global school uniform market is segmented into product type, category, distribution channel, and geography.

In 2020, Asia Pacific accounted for the largest portion of the global school uniform market share. The school uniforms market in Asia Pacific is subsegmented into Australia, China, India, Indonesia, South Korea, and the Rest of Asia Pacific. In Asia Pacific, the demand for school uniforms is increasing with the growing population, high disposal income, and government support in countries such as Pakistan, India, and Bangladesh. The surge in the number of educational institutes is further anticipated to boost the market growth during the forecast period.

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School Uniform Market: Strategic Insights

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Market Size Value inUS$ 38,505.66 million in 2021
Market Size Value byUS$ 58,950.69 million by 2028
Growth rateCAGR of 6.3% from 2021 to 2028.
Forecast Period2021-2028
Base Year2021
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Impact of COVID-19 Pandemic on School Uniform Market Growth

The COVID-19 pandemic has drastically altered the status of the consumer goods sector and impacted the growth of the school uniform market.The implementation of measures to combat the spread of the virus has aggravated the situation. The continued closure of schools due to the pandemic has caused unprecedented disruption in the global school uniform market. With schools remaining mostly shut for almost two years, uniform sellers and manufacturers have been among the worst hit. Many uniform sellers and manufacturers have faced a severe cash crunch. The COVID-19 pandemic has also impacted the production of school uniform fabric. Furthermore, online classes becoming the new normal impacted the demand for school uniforms. However, as the countries are working toward reopening the schools, the demand for school uniforms is expected to rise globally.

Global School Uniform Market Breakdown – by Region

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Market Insights

Various Government Initiatives for Improving Education Sector


Several governments are taking up initiatives to improve the education sector. In June 2020, the UK prime minister announced a transformative 10-year school rebuilding program supported by over US$ 1.3 billion in funding. As part of the prime minister’s plan to level up opportunities for all, the investment will be targeted at school buildings in the worst condition across England. Moreover, China has made significant investments in the improvement of the education sector and in the expansion to access to education for the general public. In order to ensure that people in remote locations or families with financial difficulties have access to educational facilities, the country has paid special attention. Thus, an increase in various government initiatives for improving the education sector is driving the school uniform market.

Category Insights

Based on category, the global school uniform market is segmented into boys and girls. The girls segment held a larger share of the global school uniform market in 2020. School uniform for girls includes products such as polo shirts, blouses, pants, shorts, jumpers and dresses, skirts and skorts, sweaters, hoodies and fleece, outwear, and blazers. The polo shirt, one of the classic topwear that works for most school uniforms, comes in an array of materials and knits. Other accessories such as belts, ties, and hair accessories can also be a part of girls’ school uniforms.

School Uniform Market, by Category– 2020 and 2028

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The key players operating in the global school uniform market include French Toast; Elder Manufacturing Company, Inc.; Winterbottom's Schoolwear; Williamson-Dickie Manufacturing Company; Trutex Limited; John Lewis plc; The Uniform Company; Fraylich School Uniforms; Flash Uniforms; and Alinta. Players operating in the market are highly focused on the development of high-quality and innovative product offerings to fulfill the customer’s requirements.

Report Spotlights

  • Progressive school uniform market trends to help players develop effective long-term strategies
  • Business growth strategies adopted by developed and developing markets
  • Quantitative analysis of the school uniform market from 2019 to 2028
  • Estimation of global school uniforms market size
  • Recent developments to understand the competitive market scenario
  • School uniform market trends and outlook as well as factors driving and restraining the growth of the school uniform market
  • Assistance in decision-making process by highlighting market strategies that underpin commercial interest, leading to the market growth
  • The size of the school uniform market size at various nodes
  • Detailed overview and segmentation of the market, as well as the school uniform industry dynamics
  • School uniform market size in various regions with promising growth opportunities

Global School Uniform Market

By Product Type

  • Topwear
  • Bottomwear
  • Footwear
  • Others

By Category

  • Boys
  • Girls

By Distribution Channel

  • Supermarkets and Hypermarkets
  • Specialty Stores
  • Online Retail
  • Others

Company Profiles

  • French Toast
  • Elder Manufacturing Company, Inc.
  • Winterbottom's Schoolwear
  • Williamson-Dickie Manufacturing Company
  • Trutex Limited
  • John Lewis plc
  • The Uniform Company
  • Fraylich School Uniforms
  • Flash Uniforms
  • Alinta 
Report Coverage
Report Coverage

Revenue forecast, Company Analysis, Industry landscape, Growth factors, and Trends

Segment Covered
Segment Covered

Product Type, Category, and Distribution Channel

Regional Scope
Regional Scope

North America, Europe, Asia Pacific, Middle East & Africa, South & Central America

Country Scope
Country Scope

Argentina, Australia, Brazil, Canada, China, France, Germany, India, Italy, Japan, Mexico, Russian Federation, Saudi Arabia, South Africa, South Korea, United Arab Emirates, United Kingdom, United States

Frequently Asked Questions


Can you list some of the major players operating in the global school uniform market?

The major players operating in the global school uniform market are French Toast; Elder Manufacturing Company, Inc.; Winterbottom's Schoolwear; Williamson-Dickie Manufacturing Company; Trutex Limited; John Lewis plc; The Uniform Company; Fraylich School Uniforms; Flash Uniforms; and Alinta.

What are the drivers for the growth of the global school uniform market?

Growth in children population and low infant mortality rate are some of the key drivers for the growth of the global school uniform market. Many countries across the globe are experiencing a significant reduction in infant deaths. The reduction in infant deaths can be attributed to factors such as an increase in medical services available to the people. There has been a rise in medical professionals in many countries. Improving female education and nutrition, and increasing use of healthcare services during pregnancy and delivery, has resulted in lower child mortality. Countries such as Japan, Iceland, Singapore, and Finland have low infant mortality rates. Thus, the growth in the children population and low infant mortality rate results in an increase in the school-going population. This, in turn, is expected to aid the demand for school uniforms.

On the basis of category, which segment led the global school uniform market in 2020?

Based on category, the girls segment led the global school uniform market in 2020. School uniform for girls includes products such as polo shirts, blouses, pants, shorts, jumpers and dresses, skirts and skorts, sweaters, hoodies and fleece, outwear and blazers. Other accessories such as belts, ties, and hair accessories can also be a part of girls’ school uniforms.

What are the trends for the global school uniform market?

Emphasis on sports and extracurricular activities in schools is the key trend for the global school uniform market. Regular physical activities benefit the reduced risk of obesity, which is otherwise a common problem among today’s kids. Sports activities also help reduce chronic muscular tension and blood sugar levels, strengthen lungs, and regulate blood pressure. Students who participate in sports grow up as more energetic individuals. Including physical activities right from childhood will help children make it a part of their routine with ease. Therefore, there is a growing emphasis on sports and extracurricular activities in schools. This, in turn, is creating demand for school sports uniforms such as t-shirts, shorts, sports jerseys, sports jackets, sports lowers, and sports shoes.

On the basis of product type, which segment led the global school uniform market in 2020?

Based on product type, the topwear segment led the global school uniform market in 2020. The topwear segment of school uniforms mainly includes shirts, polo shirts, blouses, blazers, sweaters, and cardigans. Shirts and blouses are available in different colors, prices, and size ranges. Shirts for school uniforms are available with long and short sleeves. For a few schools, uniforms also include apparel necessary for cold weather, such as hoodies or sweatshirts, sweaters, cardigans, and jackets. In jackets, sweaters, etc., wool is commonly used in combination with other fabrics such as polyester as it is naturally warm, thick, and soft.

During the forecast period, which region is anticipated to account for the largest share of the global school uniform market?

During the forecast period, Asia-Pacific is anticipated to account for the largest share of the global school uniform market. Asia-Pacific region comprises several developed and developing economies, including China, India, Japan, South Korea, among others. In Asia-Pacific region, the demand for school uniforms is increasing with the growing population, high disposal income, and government support in countries such as Pakistan, India, and Bangladesh. Moreover, various other initiatives by school administrations and government authorities are also bolstering the growth of the school uniform market in this region.

The List of Companies - School Uniform Market

  1. French Toast
  2. Elder Manufacturing Company, Inc.
  3. Winterbottom's Schoolwear
  4. Williamson-Dickie Manufacturing Company
  5. Trutex Limited
  6. John Lewis plc
  7. The Uniform Company
  8. Fraylich School Uniforms
  9. Flash Uniforms
  10. Alinta

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  1. Data Collection and Secondary Research:

As a market research and consulting firm operating from a decade, we have published many reports and advised several clients across the globe. First step for any study will start with an assessment of currently available data and insights from existing reports. Further, historical and current market information is collected from Investor Presentations, Annual Reports, SEC Filings, etc., and other information related to company’s performance and market positioning are gathered from Paid Databases (Factiva, Hoovers, and Reuters) and various other publications available in public domain.

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Research Methodology

Once we receive the confirmation from primary research sources or primary respondents, we finalize the base year market estimation and forecast the data as per the macroeconomic and microeconomic factors assessed during data collection.

  1. Data Analysis:

Once data is validated through both secondary as well as primary respondents, we finalize the market estimations by hypothesis formulation and factor analysis at regional and country level.

  • 3.1 Macro-Economic Factor Analysis:

We analyse macroeconomic indicators such the gross domestic product (GDP), increase in the demand for goods and services across industries, technological advancement, regional economic growth, governmental policies, the influence of COVID-19, PEST analysis, and other aspects. This analysis aids in setting benchmarks for various nations/regions and approximating market splits. Additionally, the general trend of the aforementioned components aid in determining the market's development possibilities.

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  • 3.3 Company Profile:

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  • 3.4 Developing Base Number:

Aggregation of sales statistics (2020-2022) and macro-economic factor, and other secondary and primary research insights are utilized to arrive at base number and related market shares for 2022. The data gaps are identified in this step and relevant market data is analyzed, collected from paid primary interviews or databases. On finalizing the base year market size, forecasts are developed on the basis of macro-economic, industry and market growth factors and company level analysis.

  1. Data Triangulation and Final Review:

The market findings and base year market size calculations are validated from supply as well as demand side. Demand side validations are based on macro-economic factor analysis and benchmarks for respective regions and countries. In case of supply side validations, revenues of major companies are estimated (in case not available) based on industry benchmark, approximate number of employees, product portfolio, and primary interviews revenues are gathered. Further revenue from target product/service segment is assessed to avoid overshooting of market statistics. In case of heavy deviations between supply and demand side values, all thes steps are repeated to achieve synchronization.

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