Living / 6 May, 2026 / Christina Walter

Shop The Best Sunglasses For Kids

We all love a new pair of sunglasses to rock the summer. We have pulled together some fantastic pairs to protect your child from harmful rays.

Children’s eyes must be protected against the sun to avoid the risk of permanent damage to their sight. Ideally, children should start wearing sunglasses as soon as they can keep them on. Up to 80% of exposure to the sun’s damaging rays happens before 18 years of age.

When choosing sunglasses for your child, you must ensure they protect against UV rays. Here’s a little guide to bear in mind when you’re shopping for sunglasses.

Filter categories refer to the level of protection offered by the sunglasses against UV radiation. The categories range from 0 to 4, with 0 providing the least protection and 4 providing the highest protection.

Filter category

UV 400

Suitable for

A fashion accessory or to be used to protect against wind or debris

Weak levels of sunlight/ partly cloudy days

Average levels of sunlight and idea for spring and autumn walks on sunny days

Strong sunlight great for use when on holiday by the sea

Very dark filter for intensive sun radiation. In adults, these are not suitable for driving

Nearly 100 percent protection from harmful ultraviolet rays

Misty Magenta – Malibu Beach Sunglasses, Bling2o

Royal Sunrays – Fire Island Sunglasses, Bling2o

Polarised Heart Sunglasses, Babiators

Ray-Ban RJ9196S Bio-Based Rectangular Sunglasses, John Lewis

Ray-Ban RB9093S Leonard Kids, Sun Glasses Hut

Polarised Navigator Sunglasses, Babiators

#road Black Road Sunglasses, Izipizi

Tortoiseshell Brown Sunglasses, Next

Flexible Sunglasses with Straps, JoJo Maman Bébé

100% UV Protection Kids Sunglasses, Amazon

Junior Yellow Honey Sunglasses, Izipizi

Heart-Shape Leopard Print Sunglasses, Monsoon

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Back to School Sorted with Start-Rite Shoes

When it’s time to start thinking about school shoes, then look no further than Start-Rite. This British brand has been protecting feet for over 230 years. Designed by experts, biomechanically informed and podiatrist-approved, there’s a style for all foot shapes and sizes. Start-Rite’s collection is designed to keep growing feet comfortable, supported, and protected throughout the school day, without compromising on style. As well as protecting little feet, Start-Rite’s shoes are made to stand up to any playground test. These durable styles are made to last, no matter
how active or adventurous the child.

Getting the right fit is essential to support your child’s development, so pop along to a Start-Rite stockist for a fitting or, if you’d rather measure at home, use Start-Rite’s online measuring tool SizeWise.

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