26 h. ago 'Even though I have a job I still can't afford school uniform for my kids'

'Cost of living is through the roof,' said Gemma Williams

Politics

30 h. ago Parents' fury as secondary schools ban girls from wearing skirts

Northern Education Trust - which operates six secondary schools on Teesside - has written to parents outlining the changes to its school uniform policy.

Politics

55 h. ago Lidl has relaunched its £5 school uniform bundle ahead of the back to school rush

Lidl's school uniforms are back for 2025 and they're priced lower than most high street retailers so are perfect to make your little one's wardrobe complete without breaking the bank

Economics

56 h. ago Lidl's £5 school uniform bundle is back and parents are already snapping it up

Lidl has relaunched its £5 school uniform bundle for 2025, offering big savings for parents on a budget and the range is in stores from today ahead of the back-to-school rush

Economics

67 h. ago Pupils 'punished for incorrect uniform' as parents struggle with costs

"Every child should be able to attend school without fear of detention, isolation, or exclusion because of uniform costs their families cannot afford"

Politics

68 h. ago School children put in detention because parents can’t afford uniform

42 per cent of parents said school uniform was not more affordable this school year

Society

5 d. ago School uniform grants: How to get £200 free cash help before the start of the next academic year

Many school uniform grants are already open for the next academic year - here's who's eligible and how the scheme works

Economics

8 d. ago You could get free £200 to buy your kids' school uniforms – here's how to apply

If you're on a low income, you could be eligible for a school uniform grant that could be worth up to £200. Here's how to check if you're eligible and how to apply

Economics

8 d. ago Urgent search launched to find schoolboy, 12, after going missing in school uniform

Jax has not been seen since 7.30am on Thursday (June 26)

Events

9 d. ago School uniform grants: How thousands of parents can get £200 free cash help

You could get up to £200 toward school uniform costs if you're on a low income, claiming benefits or receiving free school meals - we explain who is eligible and how it works

Economics

1 week ago Mum angry over uniform rule says she was 'gobsmacked' by school's response

It's not the only school where the rule is in place

Politics

2 w. ago How hot is too hot for school? Hot weather will continue next week

Make sure to check any uniform rules or closures with your school directly.

Politics

2 w. ago M&S gives school uniform update and it's bad news for shoppers

The retailer's back to school range is incredibly popular with parents

Politics

2 w. ago One of the most popular supermarkets for school uniform launches 20% off sale

There are some massive savings to be had

Economics

2 w. ago Uniform exchange in West Lothian will help families with 'completely unaffordable' school costs

The Leith Collective has been approached by a number of teachers and parents

Politics

3 w. ago Banning skirts in school would be 'ridiculous' uniform change and it's 'interfering with education'

Some schools across the UK have banned pupils from wearing skirts, while others are looking further into making the change. However, the decision has caused an uproar among parents

Events

last month Aldi confirms when back to school uniform bundles will be back for £5

Parents can beat the back to school rush with Aldi's uniform bundle that will be back earlier than ever.

Economics