As families across Derbyshire prepare for the transition to secondary school, Derbyshire County Council has published guidance designed to help parents and carers access support with the cost of school uniforms and other essential items.
The guidance brings together a range of resources and organisations that can help families manage school-related expenses, ensuring that cost is not a barrier to education. Schools are encouraged to keep uniforms affordable by limiting branded items and making second-hand uniform options available wherever possible.
We’re particularly proud to see Derbyshire Community Bank featured as part of the council’s guidance on affordable credit. The council highlights community banks as a safe and responsible alternative to high-cost borrowing, helping residents access affordable loans while encouraging regular savings habits.
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Money Matters NewsletterThe council also references our school uniform sales guide, which helps families find savings on school uniforms from major retailers and supermarkets ahead of the new academic year.
School EssentialsThis recognition reflects the growing partnership between Derbyshire County Council and Derbyshire Community Bank, as we both continue to work together to improve financial wellbeing and ensure local families can access the support they need.
Growing Our PartnershipWhether through affordable borrowing, savings opportunities, benefit advice or community support services, there are a wide range of options available to help make the transition to secondary school more affordable.
We encourage families to explore the council’s full guidance and reach out if they’d like to learn more about the affordable financial support available through Derbyshire Community Bank.
Full Details HereThis information may change at short notice, so please contact the groups directly to ensure opening hours are correct, and that the offers are still available.
Freedom Community Project uniform drive – donations needed! The project are collecting good condition school uniform for all ages and from all schools across the district ready for their uniform drive at the end of July. Drop off donations at St Bernadette’s Centre, 59 High Street, Bolsover, S44 6HF on Mondays from 9am to 3pm and Tuesday to Friday from 9am to 5pm.
Long Eaton and Sawley Foodbank are offering a free uniform bank with no vouchers or referrals required. They are open on Tuesdays and Fridays from 10am to 2pm at Long Eaton Baptist Church, Station Road.
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