Want to get ahead of the back to school game? Here are four school shoe bargains not to be missed… School shoes = sorted! For girls: Jigsaw might not be the first place you’d think of when it comes to school shoes, but they’ve actually got some really smart shoes in their sale section! If […]
Read moreDo You Struggle To Buy New School Uniforms?
Did you know you could be eligible for financial help from your local council when buying school uniforms? Do you struggle to make ends meet when buying your kids’ new school uniforms? You could be entitled to help from your local council depending on your circumstances. Eligibility will depend on each council but ordinarily they […]
Read moreHave Your Kids Just Completed Their GCSE’s? Make Sure You Don’t Lose Out On Money
Has your child just completed their GCSE’s? Are they moving on to higher education? Well first of all congratulations!! Secondly, did you know that you must notify HMRC to save you missing out on thousands of pounds worth of child tax benefits? According to Gov.uk, the tax man wants to know if your kids are moving on […]
Read moreSchool Sports Guide – Back To School Week
Whether your little one loves or hates school sports (we all dreaded PE lessons), you still need to get them kitted out ahead of the new term starting! There are some great bargains to be found, just take a look… F&F at Tesco 2 Pack Sports Shorts – £3 £3 for two pairs of shorts? What […]
Read moreSchool Accessories Guide – Back To School Week
The basics of a school uniform such as the trousers and polo shirts are relatively easy to buy, it’s when the school accessories come in that things get complicated! Kids can get fussy when it comes to school bags and stationery, but there’s so much on offer these days that you’re sure to find something that […]
Read moreNew GCSE Number Grades – Everything You Need To Know
This summer kids all across the country will be receiving the new GCSE number grades instead of the traditional letter scores – but what do these new grades actually mean? Here’s how to decode the modernised system. First it was O-Levels, then we got used to the A*-U letter scores, and now a whole new […]
Read moreYou Can Be PROSECUTED For Taking Your Child On Holiday During Term Time
Parents who take their children out of school during term time for a family holiday can be prosecuted, the Supreme Court ruled today. Unless you get written permission from the headteacher of your child’s school before the holiday, you risk being landed a hefty fine of £60, which rises further to £120 if unpaid after […]
Read moreWhy I am boycotting school photos
Why I am boycotting school photos After posting about this on Facebook it seems as though I’m not the only one – please support me if you agree with this, numbers speak volume and we need to make a stand… Just a quick note before I start, this is not a swipe at schools as […]
Read moreHoliday Hunger, Children Go Hungry When Not At School
Have you heard of holiday hunger? Some children go hungry when they’re not at school And teachers are calling for a change. A quarter of all teachers are calling for holiday breakfast or lunch clubs for pupils to give needy children one decent meal a day. Some hard up families can’t afford to give their […]
Read moreHow to take the expense out of school uniforms
How to take the expense out of school uniforms I am very proud to say my friend has come up with this genius idea and it is going down a storm here in Newcastle upon Tyne… Charlene Paterson is a Mam of 3 so she knows just how expensive school uniforms can be and the […]
Read moreSchool Uniform Price Comparison
So many supermarkets and stores sell school uniform now, making our lives easier. The question on everyones lips is ‘where is the cheapest to buy’? Hopefully, my school uniform price comparison will help. I have scoured so many websites to try and find you the best value uniform. I know only too well how expensive […]
Read moreHow a digital shutdown can help your child concentrate at school
How a digital shutdown can help your child concentrate at school The digital takeover has well and truly arrived. Most children will possess a smartphone, tablet, laptop or desktop computer, and in many cases, they will use each of these at least once a day. Digital devices such as these can be helpful when used […]
Read moreHow to prepare your child for starting school
How to prepare your child for starting school Most parents in Britain now know which primary schools their children will be attending and, for many of us, this has thrown into stark focus the reality of sending our babies off into the big bad world. It can feel daunting enough for us adults; just imagine […]
Read moreHelp With School Uniform Costs
Help With School Uniform Costs Not everyone is entitled to this help though… I think school uniforms are expensive and it takes a lot of shopping around to find the best deals. I often shop in the sales in October – November time when school uniforms are being reduced. You can often pick up uniform […]
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