CLASS ACT
Parents are racing to Asda to nab summer school uniform that’s scanning for just £1 & they’re even getting next year’s
Scroll down to reveal the ideal time of year to buy school uniform
FROM new pencil cases to school lunches, it's no secret that having kids doesn't come cheap.
And let's not forget about pricey school uniform that your child is likely to grow out of in no time either.
2
2
But one savvy mum named Linzi Taylor has told how you haven't got to spend a small fortune when transitioning your child from their winter to summer school wardrobe.
That's because she noted how Asda are selling green checked summer dresses that are scanning for just £1 at the tills.
Alongside a photo of her bargain buy which she shared to money-saving Facebook group B&M Bargains, Extreme Money Saving Deals and More, she penned: "Not B&M but Asda, these school summer dresses were scanning at £1!
"Went back round and got some for next year too!"
Deciding not to gate-keep, Linzi then went on to reveal the exact branch she spotted the deal in - Huddersfield.
Not B&M but Asda, these school summer dresses were scanning at £1! Went back round and got some for next year too
Linzi Taylor
Unsurprisingly, it wasn't long before the post garnered the attention of parents up and down the country, with many eager to get their hands on the uniform while it was scanning for such a bargain price.
"No way! That's a bargain!" wrote one.
"I don't get the chance to go up that way from Brig but might have to at that price."
Most read in Fabulous
Linzi replied: "Definitely worth a try!"
Another tagged a friend and pleaded: "Let me know if your Asda have any green ones please."
Asda's Big Baby & Toddler Sale Event - Shop Now! (1)
Meanwhile, a further was intrigued to know whether the uniform was in the sale or just the 'new in' section.
"They were just in the uniform section," Linzi helpfully responded.
It comes after Fabulous previously revealed how you can easily cut back the price of summer school uniforms with the use of a money-saving app.
To nab school uniform pieces for just 33p, all you need to do is sign up to the Topcashback app and shop through them to make a massive saving.
That's because TopCashback is offering a deal not to be missed, with new customers being gifted a £15 bonus when they sign up to the deals site.
Plus, new and existing customers will also get an impressive 5% cashback on Tu Clothing, too.
That means that this Grey Boys Shorts 2 pack and the Short Sleeve Shirts 3 pack can be bought for just 33p after cashback (RRP £16), meaning you can saving yourself a whopping £15.67.
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.
"They will email discount codes out through the year."