As families get ready for the new school year, Marks & Spencer has conducted a survey to explore the real-life challenges and priorities parents face when purchasing school uniforms and has offered solutions for parents when buying school uniform.
Frequency of uniform purchases
The survey found that 41% of parents purchase new pieces of school uniform twice a year, with shoes (53...
The summer holidays are fast coming to a close with kids and parents across the country preparing to go back to school next week.
A recent YouGov survey found that uniforms (67%) and school shoes (66%) are the most commonly purchased items during the back-to-school shopping season . This weekend, parents who still have last-minute shopping to do might be interested in a survey...
As September approaches, the familiar buzz of "back to school" season begins to resonate. Shops are filled with school supplies, uniforms, and lunchboxes while families prepare for the routine of frantic mornings and packed schedules. However, for many, this September marks a departure from tradition. Instead of the usual rush to return to the classroom, more families embrace the opportunity...
In today's ever-changing educational landscape, home education has become a practical choice for parents looking for a flexible and personalised approach to their children's learning journey. As they explore home ed, families discover the joys of bespoke education and self-directed learning. The shift away from the traditional school environment has liberated families from the daily grind of...
Schools will receive new guidance on prohibiting mobile phone use during the school day.
Mobile phones are set to be prohibited in schools across England as part of the government’s plan to minimise disruption and improve behaviour in classrooms.
New mobile phones in schools guidance issued today (19 February 2024) backs headteachers in prohibiting the use of mobile phones throughout...
New National Parent Survey reveals 54 per cent of parents in the South West say they are worried about the cost of school uniform with 50 per cent expressing concerns over paying for school trips.
1 in 6 parents in the South West report that their children have experienced depression, equivalent to 136,660 children, according to survey, with anxiety hitting almost 1 in 2 (47
Walking to school is a great way for you and your child to get some exercise early in the morning, and it offers a wonderful opportunity to explore the world together too. This is the perfect time to think about ways that you can make this walk even more fun for both you and your child, and add some exploration and learning elements to the experience too.
For many parents, the return to school brings about a familiar dilemma: helping our kids shift from summer freedom to a structured bedtime routine. With 9,073,832 students in the last headcount, bedrooms all over the nation will be having the same struggle.
Rest is crucial, not just for those growing bodies, but to fuel their young minds for the classroom. Shifting them from their...
As summer comes to an end, parents across the country are gearing up for the back-to-school season. However, transitioning from the laid-back summer routine to the structured school schedule can be a challenge for both parents and children with searches for “back to school advice” increasing by 280% in the past 30 days.
That’s why life insurance broker Reassured has teamed up with ex...
Dreading the prospect of going out to get your child's school shoes before the start of term ? You're not alone. All parents will be familiar with the feeling of exhaustion that this practical and necessary task can bring: busy shops, bored kids and being overwhelmed with choices can add up to an experience that is lacking in fun!
But it doesn't have to be this way. Footwear experts...
