Back to school can be an expensive time for parents, new uniforms, new shoes, a new school bag. All those extra costs can feel like a real drain but don't worry, we have lots of tips on how to be more careful with your money.
Parent's top tips for budgeting school costs
Tip #1: Find your local pass it on schemes
Tip #1: Find your local pass it on schemes
Tip #2: Spread the cost
Tip #2: Spread the cost
Tip #3: What are the back to school essentials?
Tip #3: What are the back to school essentials?
Tip #4: Figure out what you really need and make a list
Tip #4: Figure out what you really need and make a list
Tip #5: Swap supplies
Tip #5: Swap supplies
Tip #6: Shop second-hand
Tip #6: Shop second-hand
Tip #7: Tag that bag!
Tip #7: Tag that bag!
Tip #8: Getting free school meals
Tip #8: Getting free school meals
Tip #9: Getting free meals for toddlers
Tip #9: Getting free meals for toddlers
Tip #10: Get help with school transport costs
Tip #10: Get help with school transport costs
Make sure you're getting all of the help you're entitled to
The Money Talk Team are a great resource for helping parents make their money go further and making sure that you’re not missing out on support you’re entitled to. They'll be able to help you with anything from school uniform grants to school lunch vouchers.