School uniform bank expected to help 3,000 children
Summary
A charity in Coventry, UK, plans to provide free school uniforms to about 3,000 children this summer. The charity organizes a pop-up uniform bank to assist families who can't afford new uniforms. This initiative helps during a time when many families face high living costs.Key Facts
- Clothing Coventry is the charity running the uniform bank.
- The charity expects to help around 3,000 children with free uniforms this summer.
- Families typically spend between £300 and £450 a year on school uniforms.
- Nine pupils in every classroom are reported to be living in poverty.
- 16% of secondary school pupils have missed school due to unsuitable clothes.
- Schools often require uniforms with logos that are available only at certain shops.
- The uniform bank will operate from 12 to 29 August.
- Last year, the charity helped about 2,000 children in Coventry with school uniforms.
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