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Parents rush to clearance outlet that sells everything from school shoes to gym bags – & prices start from 25p
Scroll down to reveal the ideal time of year to buy school uniform
IT'S no secret that having children can be very costly - something parents will know only too well.
And mums and dads often end up spending a small fortune when it comes to school uniform - after all, there's everything from shoes and bags to packed lunches to consider.
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But if you're tight on cash and your little one has outgrown several of their items, then no fear!
That's because parents have been racing to a store where they've been nabbing all sorts of bits for as little as just 25p.
Tracey Young took to money-saving Facebook group and shared a snapshot of the Shoezone store front.
Things I saw today...laces 25p, ladies slippers £1.99, kids shoes from £3.99 including school shoes, kids gym bag from 25p plus loads more
Shoezone shopper
Alongside the image, she penned: "Bristol city centre. Clearance outlet."
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She then posted a list of the bargain items she spotted during her recent trip and penned: "Things I saw today...laces 25p, ladies slippers £1.99, kids shoes from £3.99 including school shoes, kids gym bag from 25p plus loads more.
Tracey added: "This hasn’t been open long."
It wasn't long before the post garnered several likes and comments, with one writing: I've been meaning to pop in here now I definitely will."
A second penned: "Hmm might have to go and have a look!"
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"Ooooh may need to visit!" a third noted.
Another replied: "Yessss!"
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And one more chimed in: "I didn't know it was an outlet."
It comes after Fabulous previously told how parents were racing to Asda to nab summer school uniform that was scanning for just £1.
In fact, at such a bargain price, it's little surprise parents were even rushing to get next year's.
Amongst them was Linzi Taylor who took to and penned: "Not B&M but Asda, these school summer dresses were scanning at £1!
"Went back round and got some for next year too!"
The ideal time of year to buy school uniform
By Miranda Knox
Mum-of-two Maddy Alexander Grout, 38, revealed her top tips to make some serious savings on school uniform.
Hit the sales
Maddy says: "Keep your eyes open, and plan in advance.
"Hit the sales for winter coats for the following year, the next size-up trainers and sports kit.
"The worst time to shop for school uniform is right before school starts as this will be when the prices are most inflated."
Second hand savings
If you haven't been that organised (and let's face it, not many of us are!), you can still get bargain items at any time of year if you buy secondhand.
Maddy says: "Use Facebook Marketplace, eBay, Vinted and Freecycle all year round to buy pre-loved uniform and coats.
"Also, check if your school has a second-hand uniform shop.
"If you need school logo items, they will be there.
"Check out local Facebook groups and ask if anyone is selling school uniform in the size you need.
"See if your school have a Facebook page or group, you can find some real bargains from people selling or giving away old uniforms.
"My school has a second hand sale whenever they do events to raise money for the school PTA, if your school doesn’t do this then maybe suggest it, as people can donate old stuff they have have.
"You can clear some space and raise money for the school at the same time."
Be sale savvy
Make sure you keep track of the sales in the shops too.
Maddy says: "Marks & Spencer tend to have a 20 per cent off school uniform sale in the summer term so you can buy uniform for September cheaper.
"Also for non branded items check out websites like Build A Bundle, and markets like Little Pickles.
"Buy summer uniform in August and September for the following year, when it is always discounted, along with jackets for the summer.
"Sainsbury's TU have 25 per cent off weeks throughout the year, so you can buy items including polo tops, skirts and trousers cheaper and stock up for the following year."
Discounts and deals
There are other ways to make savings too.
Maddy says: "Does your work have a discount scheme as an employee benefit?
"You can often buy vouchers for the big supermarkets where you can save money on the purchase of the voucher.
"Also, swap with friends, set up a WhatsApp group and see if you can do any swaps.
"I have given away lots of my sons old uniform to friends with younger children who can use them.
"Read school emails, often schools have partnerships with local places who sell uniforms.
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