THRIFTY parents are going wild after spotting purse-friendly school gear slashed by 50%.
Cash-savvy shopper Ashleigh Heron, from Glasgow, Scotland, shared the bargain find on Facebook after being left stunned by the drastic reduction at Matalan.
Posting on the popular Extreme Couponing and Bargains UK group, the customer said: ”Matalan has a huge range of reduced school wear starting from only £2.50.
”Perfect chance to stock up for next year or grab some bigger sizes if needed,” she wrote in the post.
According to the Scottish mum, the mega high-street retailer is now offering kids’ kit with epic savings – and there are plenty of items to get your hands on.
Money-smart Matalan shoppers can bag two short sleeve blouses in a regular fit for just £2.50 after being slashed from a fiver.
Another bargain that’s best not to sleep on is the two-pack of unisex polo shirts, which has been cut from £5 to an affordable £2.50.
The popular retailer, which recently closed its store in Chester, is also offering a set of two long sleeve blouses for the bargain price of just £2.75.
If your little one is also in a desperate need of new bottoms, it’s worth snapping up Matalan’s easy-wear trousers that are now going for a mere £2.50.
Whilst browsing the sale collection, the thrifty shopper also spotted two-pack zip front pinafore for £5.50, down from £11, a smart-crease skirt in grey for £2, two-pack crew neck sweater for £3.50, down from £7, as well as two-pack cardigan for £4.50, down from £8.
Fellow money-smart parents were quick to tag their friends and family to let them know about the epic bargains.
The post, uploaded less than 24 hours ago, has already racked up over 70 likes and more than 200 comments.
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But of course, its worth making a trip and checking what’s on offer.
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For those who missed out on the bargain and are struggling with the price of uniforms, there is help available.
In some areas, you can talk directly to your school, which might be able to offer you free or cheap clothing.
Or, you might be able to get cheap garments from low-budget shops or charity stores.
Some charities offer help to families in need too.
But bear in mind charities often have a limited amount of money to give and usually have specific criteria which must be met in order to get a grant.
Charity Turn2Us has a free grants search tool on its website, which you can use to find out what help is available to you.
Meanwhile, you can always try approaching your nearest Citizens’ Advice branch.
If you don’t know where your nearest Citizens’ Advice branch is, you can find out by visiting www.citizensadvice.org.uk/about-us/contact-us/nearby/.
If you’re not eligible for a school uniform grant you might be able to get help through the Household Support Fund.
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