Two local schools have received a dozen rucksacks full of schoolwear, which will be given to the parents of pupils who may be struggling financially to cover the costs of a new uniform.
West Midlands-based schoolwear supplier Clive Mark donated the garments to Lordswood Boys’ School and Central Academy in Birmingham. Tie and bag manufacturer William Turner donated the rucksacks themselves.
The two schools can now provide parents they identify as being most in need of support with full school uniform items; this includes jumpers, trousers, shirts and also blazers.
The donation is part of a campaign from The Schoolwear Association that urges uniform suppliers and retailers to donate what they can to local schools in their communities.
Commenting on the campaign and the inspiration behind it is Schoolwear Association chairman, David Burgess. “We are excited to launch this campaign; it is something we have wanted to do for a while as an association. The first term back at school can be difficult for some families, with the summer break and upcoming festive period often taking its toll on finances.
Left to right – Lee Williams, Headmaster Lordswood Boys’ School, Toni Riley, Clive Mark sales manager
“The association recently launched its ‘every child is worth it’ campaign and knows that every child should be clothed in durable, high quality and presentable school uniform to help them get the most from their education. All of our members are passionate about school uniform and allowing children to get the most from their education; that is why this campaign is so important to us.”
Jim McNicholas, managing director of uniform supplier Clive Mark, says he is proud to be involved in the campaign.
“Parents often aren’t aware of the offers and schemes in place with many specialist uniform retailers to help provide an affordable quality uniform for their children,” he says.
“It’s great to be a part of a campaign that will give struggling parents one less thing to worry about; especially at an expensive time of the year. Also, to enable their children to get more enjoyment out of their time at school.”
Lee Williams, Headmaster Lordswood Boys’ School
On receiving the donations, David Bailey (pictured top), Headteacher at Central Academy, says; “I am delighted to receive uniforms and backpacks on behalf of Central Academy for the first Giveaway campaign. Our students and families will benefit from these gifted items and I know they will be gratefully received.”
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