Uniformd Blog
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How schools, PTAs, clubs and parents can think future first
Energy Saving Week is the perfect time to pause and consider how we use energy at home and in the classroom, an opportunity to save money, protect the environment, and teach children the importance of sustainability.
Escape the madness of Black Friday sales and take a moment to BREATHE. Black Friday isn’t always the best or most sustainable way to shop, so we're here to share some alternatives.
Consider how you can still create a brilliant family festive time whilst keeping sustainability front of mind, reducing waste, and favouring festive practices that are good for the earth and your local communities. Here's how we're approaching a more affordable and sustainable Christmas this year.
The Scottish government has released a summary of guidance for schools and education authorities on the design and implementation of school uniform and clothing policies. While this blog post is aimed at schools and educational institutions in Scotland based on the recent guidance from the Scottish government, some of the key points apply to schools throughout the UK.
No doubt your child has big plans for their Halloween costume this year, but let’s be frank. As busy parents, Halloween costumes are exactly the kind of thing we leave to the last minute, and it’s far too easy to rush to Amazon and order a next-day fast-fashion costume made from unsustainable materials. We get it, we’ve done it ourselves, and unfortunately, we can’t make life any less busy for you. However, we can help make your spooky season a little more sustainable this year with these easy Halloween Hacks.
It could be easy to think Second Hand September is all about adult fashion, but there’s an entire clothing category screaming out for year-long reform in this space: school uniforms.
Giving access to affordable uniforms is no longer optional—it’s a duty of care that schools must provide and particularly important for families from disadvantaged backgrounds who may be unable to afford brand-new uniforms.