Affordable, durable and sustainable schools uniform
- Parents reported spending on average £337 per year on uniforms for secondary school children, with many finding these costs unreasonable. [1]
- Lack of compliance can lead to higher costs and reduced quality, directly impacting families who struggle with these expenses.
- Tight deadlines can compromise the ability to secure cost effective, compliant and sustainable uniform, impacting the overall affordability and quality of uniforms.
90% of factories within the supply chain are Sedex members with the highest ethical, social and environmental standards
1 free school uniform, per school to support families
Achieved a 9.3% savings on core uniform items, directly reducing costs for families
Introduced instalment payment schemes to make the cost of uniforms more manageable for parents and guardians
Offered a 5% discount to all parents purchasing two or more items, further alleviating financial pressure
70% of the total product range is eco-friendly, using recycled fabric, thus promoting sustainability and reducing environmental impact
Appointed and mobilised a single supplier within three months, ensuring compliance and quality in the procurement process.
Implemented a second-hand uniform platform solution for all schools, promoting reuse and further cost savings
Supplier committed to providing curriculum, training, and education support:
- Delivered presentations for pupils studying Business & Economics to link curriculum with career opportunities
- Part-funded Level 2 Retail Apprenticeship (14 weeks) for pupils, enhancing their vocational skills
- Offered 4–5 week internships to provide work experience for pupils, preparing them for the workforce
