The Department for Education estimates at least four million school pupils are about to be affected by a change to the uniform policy.

The sizzling 29C logged at Kew Gardens in London surpassed the previous record ... Brits are bracing for another sweltering day under the sun. School uniforms, known for their warmth, have left ...

And though we are not yet in May, I believe I may have already identified the uniform of the lesser-spotted south London girlie for summer 2025. It goes like this: a baby tee, wide-leg linen trousers, ...

At her state school, kitting her out with the compulsory, branded logo parts of the uniform cost just shy of £200. This consisted of a full PE kit – including a skirt, T-shirt, jumper ...

In essence, this will allow parents to find cheaper alternatives to the ‘official’ school clothing in order to make a saving.

This includes supermarket vouchers, which can be used to get money off school uniforms. Southwark Council in London, is also providing grants to parents with children aged 11 moving from primary ...