This post is all about easy school hairstyles for kids.

Mornings can be hectic, especially when trying to get the kids ready for school.

Between breakfast, packing lunches, and making sure everyone has their backpacks, styling hair can feel like an extra chore.

But don’t worry! With these easy and adorable school hairstyles, you can have your child looking neat and stylish in just a few minutes.

Easy School Hairstyles for Kids

 1. Three Braid Ponytail Style

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Instructions:

• Create a ponytail.
• Start to braid the ponytail as one 3 strand braid, then split into 2 separate 3 strand braids.
• Thread the two braids through the elastic of the ponytail.
• Finish with a bow.

 

2. Elegant Floral Bun

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Instructions:

• Make a high ponytail and use a bun snap band to create a bun.
• Wrap the bun with a ribbon wrap.

 

 3. Three Strand Ribbon Space Buns

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Instructions:

• Section the hair down the middle.
• Make two half up pigtails.
• Tie a length of ribbon to each hair band to use as the third strand.
• Split the pigtail into 2 and braid as normal using the ribbon as the 3rd strand.
• Repeat on the other side.
• Turn each braid round the elastic to create a space bun, use and elastic to secure and put 1 Bobby pin in each bun to hold in place.

 

Braided Ponytail with Bow

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Instructions:

• Section the Hair: Brush the hair back and gather the top section. Secure it with an elastic.
• Braid the Top Section: Create a regular three-strand braid with the secured section and tie it with another elastic.
• Form the Ponytail: Gather all the hair, including the braid, into a low ponytail and secure it with a hair tie.

 

5. Barbie Ponytail

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Instructions:

• Brush & Gather the Hair: Smoothly brush the hair back into a high ponytail and secure it with a hair tie.
• Create Twists: Take a small section from the ponytail and twist it loosely for a more textured look.
• Curl the Ends: Use a curling iron or heatless curling method to add soft curls to the ponytail and front strands for a polished effect.
• Add Accessories: Finish with a cute bow or clip for an extra stylish touch.

 

6. Bubble Braid Ponytail

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Instructions:

• Brush & Tie the Hair: Brush the hair back smoothly and secure it into a low ponytail with a hair tie.
• Start a Regular Braid: Braid the ponytail using a three-strand method and secure it with a small elastic at the end.
• Create the Bubble Effect: Add small hair ties at equal intervals down the braid.
• Loosen the Sections: Gently pull apart each section of the braid to give it a fuller, bubble-like look.
• Add a Bow: Attach a cute bow at the top or bottom for an extra stylish touch.

 

7. Bubble Ponytail

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8. Messy Bun

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9. High Bubble Braid

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10. High Ponytail with Curls

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11. Braided Ponytail with a Twist (One of the Strands is a Plait)

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12. Piggy Tails with Clips

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13. Fishtail Braid

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14. Plaits and Ponytail Half Up

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Instructions:

• Make three mini half ponytails across the crown.
• Braid the two outer ponytails, leaving the middle one loose for a lovely half up style!

 

15. Side Bubble Braid

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16. Topsy Tail Pigtails

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17. Topsy Tail Bubble Braid

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Instructions:

•  Create an ordinary ponytail.
• Topsy tail the ponytail through.
• Add elastics to create “bubbles” down the ponytail.

 

18. Space Buns

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Instructions:

• Make two ponytails.
• Braid them into rope twist braids.
• Wind them up and pin in place.
• Top the buns with bows.

 

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These quick and easy hairstyles will help make your mornings smoother while keeping your child looking neat and stylish for school.

Whether you choose a classic ponytail, fun braids, or a trendy bubble ponytail, these styles are perfect for busy parents and active kids.

The best part? Most of these hairstyles take just a few minutes, so you can spend less time struggling with hair and more time enjoying the morning with your little one.

Plus, with a little creativity—like adding cute bows, headbands, or colorful clips—you can switch things up throughout the week to keep things fresh and fun.

 

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