Our New Starters Top Tips

Most importantly... Start Early!

We always encourage year 7 new starters to start shopping early, whether that is:

  • Buying a Discounted Uniform Package

    Uniform packages are a great way to ensure your child has everything they need for their new start at High School, and can be bought for a discounted price.

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  • Joining our Savings Club

    With our savings club you can save money over the year and bring down the uniform bill in Summer. You can continue to top up your account over the year in store or online.

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  • Spreading your purchases

    If a package isn't for you, why not spread your purchases? Make a start today and buy a tie, and then the blazer the month after. In doing so, can really help with your new starter uniform bill!

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How to make your uniform last longer

Have you ever had that sinking feeling when you pull a much loved jumper out of the washing machine to find it will now only fit the cat or when your crisp white (best) shirt now has steaks of pink running through it?

To save you that stress we have put together a guide on how to wash your uniform...

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What NOT to do...

Wait for the last 2 weeks of august in case they grow.

We fit for growth for the whole year so trust us when we say that 2 weeks won’t make any difference!! The last 2 weeks of August is our busiest 2 weeks of the year and you will undoubtedly have to queue. Why not grab yourself a uniform package and book an appointment?

Leave it late

If you leave it late, we cannot guarantee everything will be in stock. Whilst we do our best to have surplus items in stock at all times, we cannot always predict sales as they are often dependent on stock at other suppliers or retailers.

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