A major school uniform rule change is set to roll out across England next term, with officials saying the move could save parents up to £50 and ease back-to-school costs
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Major school uniform rule change is being rolled out across England next term – and can save parents £50
PARENTS will be able to cut down on school uniform costs under a new law next term.
Government officials previously confirmed the major rule change for schools across England, beginning in September.
New legislation on school uniforms is set to come in at the beginning of next term (stock image)Credit: standret
The new law will require schools to limit branded uniform items to a maximum of three pieces (stock image)Credit: Getty
Under the new legislation, schools will be required to limit branded uniform items to a maximum of three pieces.
This new school uniform law encompasses jumpers, blazers, trousers, and skirts.
Ties are not included in these restrictions for secondary schools, meaning the requirement for four items of branded uniform will be allowed if one of these is a tie.
The amendment forms part of the Children’s Wellbeing and Schools Act, which has been introduced to try to improve affordability and reduce education costs for households.
Families are expected to save around £50 under the new legislation.
The Department for Education previously said the affordability of school uniforms “should never be a barrier to the schools for which parents apply”.
This act will also see the Government extend cost of living support through free school meals and complimentary breakfast clubs, with measures expected to save families up to £1,000 a year.
According to the Department for Education, over 2,000 free breakfast clubs should be open with half
Education secretary Bridget Phillipson previously said: “This landmark legislation fixes the foundations in our schools, puts money back into parents’ pockets, and provides critical new protections for our most vulnerable children.
“These new laws are another major milestone in our mission to make sure every child – wherever they grow up and go to school – has the opportunity to succeed.”
