I am a big fan of Bata footware. Most durable, affordable shoes are available in bata. I am buying bata shoes since my college days. Earlier shoes used to come in standard typical patterns and designs.But in last few years they have introduced variety in colour, designs, patterns of footware especially ladies shoes. Now high heel shoes are also available. From my experience I would recommend bata floaters for school going kids especially boys as bata floaters are most durable for rough use.