Where to buy cheapest school uniform for when they reopen on June 1
SCHOOLS in England are expected to start reopening from Monday June 1 leaving parents scrambling to sort out school uniform in time for the first bell.
Primary school pupils in nurseries, reception, Year 1 and Year 6 will be allowed back first.
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Meanwhile, secondary schools will open their doors for Year 10 and Year 12 pupils who have exams next year.
It is likely that all school kids in England will be sent back to class for a month before the summer holidays start at the end of July.
So where can you look if you need new school uniform at this point in the year?
Here are some good high street options.
However, click and collect was not available on all of the items we checked.
The retailer has a limited selection of schoolwear - but it sells a lot of the basics.
Its shops are currently closed - so ordering for home delivery is your only option at the moment.
M&S
It comes in a pack of two for £12 to £16, depending on the size.
This for older girls is a good deal at £23 to £29, depending on the size.
Standard delivery costs £3.95 for orders up to £50, and then it is free for orders worth more than that.
At the moment, Matalan says standard home delivery orders should arrive within ten days, and deliveries are made between Monday and Friday.
A select number of stores are open under government rules to allow homeware stores to trade.
Next
Because Next stores are closed at the moment you will have to get items delivered to your home, which costs £3.99 - so you will need to factor that into your costs.
Sainsbury’s
Meanwhile, these are a steal, starting at £7 for two pairs.
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And here's a guide on what kids can and can't do when they return.
If you're looking to keep smaller kids entertained in the garden until they go back, Argos is selling a kids wheelbarrow and garden cart with a working sprinkler.
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