Back To School 2026 resources

Support our campaign and help us to ease the back-to-school worry for fashion and textile families who are under financial pressure.

"This grant has made such a huge difference to our children's lives, they are all now wearing new clothes/shoes and school bits rather than hand me downs or old uniform/clothes from last year."

The continued high cost of living means more families than ever are struggling to afford essential back-to-school items. With schooling costs reaching £1,755 per child per year,** many parents are forced to make impossible choices.

We understand the difficulties that going back to school can bring.

That’s why we support parents, easing the financial pressure of back to school by providing grants for uniforms, technology, books, and desks for homework.

These are not optional extras—they are essentials every child needs to succeed.

Together, we can ensure that no child starts school at a disadvantage.

A recent survey among the parents we support, revealed what is troubling them most.

64% of parents expressed extreme stress related to buying everything their child needs for school.

Many reported they had borrowed money or used payment plans to afford school-related costs.

How we helped to create a study sanctuary for this GCSE student.

“When we got approved for the grant I couldn’t believe it happened to us. I was over the moon! I have received the money within few days and was able to furnish my child's room properly.”

After leaving an abusive relationship, we were glad to help this family set up a new study space, just in time for the GCSE exams. To protect identities, the following story has been anonymised, but all the words are all the parent's own.

Read their story

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£10 £10 could stock a child's backpack with school supplies they need to succeed in the year ahead.

£25 £25 could buy a new pair of school shoes, making sure a child has comfortable footwear that fits as they grow.

£50 £50 could provide a secondary school student with a blazer, tie, and bag—helping them feel confident, included, and ready to focus on learning.

£100 £100 could provide a brand-new tablet, giving a child access to vital online learning resources and the ability to complete schoolwork at home.

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**The average parent will spend £1755.97 per year per child in secondary school. Source. CPAG.

Back To School 2026

Parents across the industry rely on our back-to-school grants during the summer months. Donate today and help a family in need.

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