Can you get a school uniform grant in the UK? How to claim up to £200 off your kids' school clothes
dailystar.co.ukschools to make uniforms more affordable, and was announced in November 2021. Some local councils will offer the grants, and it will come into effect in September this year.More high street options will be offered and households will also be able to buy second-hand uniforms, with schools being told to make sure the necessary arrangements are in place.However, not all households are eligible for the school uniform grant, and specific details like how much you can get or when you have to apply will vary depending on your location.Across England and Scotland, the grant is up to £150 and Welsh children could receive up to £200 towards their uniforms.
Meanwhile, Northern Irish families may only get up to £67.50.Most payments will be given in the summer, between July and August, roughly 10 to 15 days after you submit an application.
Gov.uk has a tool online where you can find out whether you are eligible for a grant simply by entering your postcode. The School Uniform Grant scheme extends across the UK to Northern Ireland, Scotland and Wales.
The specific amount received varies on location and income, and only 27 out of 149 English councils offer the grant.You can claim the money if you are on a low income, or it can proved that you receive one of the following benefits: You must contact your local council to find out if you are eligible, and then apply on their website.
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