Ten tips to save money on school uniforms — and make them last longer

A recent survey from Barnados found over two thirds of primary and three-quarters of secondary school parents are worried about meeting costs this year

Make your money go further with these tips 

Splashing out on back-to-school basics is always costly. Pencil cases get ruined, last year’s school bag is a sorry state and uniforms suddenly look tiny — and it all mounts up.

With the cost of living spiralling, this autumn could see many of us struggling more than ever. And we’re worrying about it now. According to a recent survey from Barnados, over two thirds of primary (69%) and three-quarters of secondary school parents (75%) are worried about meeting costs this year.