Five savvy ways to save money on your kids' school uniform for next term
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Five savvy ways to save money on your kids' school uniform for next term
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Here's how to kit out the kids for less . . .
ONLINE OUTFITTERS: For the first time, Tesco school uniform can be bought online as well as in store.
There is currently 25 per cent off, but that ends today. If you need more time, there will be a similar reduction from July 22 to 27, taking a pack of two T-shirts to £3.
MAKE A BUNDLE: Both Aldi and Lidl are offering a £5 uniform bundle. Aldi's range hits the shelves today. For kids aged four to 13, it includes two polo shirts, a sweatshirt or cardigan and a choice of trousers, skirt or cargo shorts.
Lidl's range arrives in stores on July 3, with the £5 deal including two polo shirts and a sweatshirt, plus a pair of trousers, shorts or a skirt. Bundles are available while stocks last, so don't delay.
TOP FOR TEENS: Asda's school uniform range has 20 per cent off online and in store, but hurry — the offer ends today.
The range for teens includes longer length boys' trousers, currently down from £8 to £6.40, and kick flare trousers for girls, down from £12 to £9.60.
DRESS FOR LESS: For cheaper uniform items, check out school nearly-new sales, as well as Facebook Marketplace and local charity shops.
Get a children's foot measure from Next, £6.25, to use at home so you can snap up bargains in online shoe sales. If you live in Scotland, Wales or Northern Ireland, and your child receives free school meals, you may be entitled to some financial help with uniform costs. See gov.uk/school-uniform.
WEAR IT WELL: Once you're all kitted out, label everything to make it less likely items will go missing.
Parents 'cutting back on food' to afford cost of school uniforms
To get double the wear out of school uniform, get your kids to change out of it as soon as they get home.
All prices on page correct at time of going to press. Deals and offers subject to availability.
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