Ready for school
Get prepared for the new school year!
Have you organised:
School Uniforms
Kitting your child out for the new school year can be expensive, but it doesn’t need to break the bank. Here are some ways to reduce the burden, save some money, and give the environment a helping hand.
Make sure to check the uniform policy and dress code at your school.
Spread the cost of the back to school shop with a School Uniform loan which can be repaid over a year from HEY Credit Union.
Uniform events, and local Facebook groups are a great way to donate, sell or swap, or pick up a pre-loved uniform in good condition. Your school might have donated uniforms available for parents to take.
Take a look at The Uniform Event – Grimsby, Cleethorpes and Immingham on Facebook.
Keep an eye on uniform sales at your local supermarket!
Check your school’s uniform policy allows unbranded school clothing, your local supermarket might be the most affordable option.
Don’t throw away uniforms in good condition. Consider reusing, recycling, or donating them. You can contribute to a local school uniform swap or sale event, offer them in a school uniform Facebook group, or ask your school if they accept used uniforms.
SCHOOL MEALS
What your child eats can affect their behaviour and their ability to learn.
Breakfast
Whether it’s at home or on the go, having breakfast is a great way to start your child’s day.
Try a quick and healthy breakfast recipe. Or, for those rushed morning, stock up on some grab-and-go options.
Some schools offer a breakfast club for children to attend before their first lesson. Find out if your school has a breakfast club.
Lunch
Packed lunch or school dinners. Children sitting down together and enjoying their meal can help develop their social skills.
Free School Meals
Every child receives the universal infant free school meals (UIFSM).
From junior school (year 3) you must check if you are entitled to free school meals.
If you are not entitled to free school meals, you can pay for your child to have a hot dinner at school, or you can send them with a packed lunch.
Have a look at some healthy packed lunch ideas which are quick and easy to prepare.
Getting to school
Practise your journey to school until your child is familiar with the route. Talk about the dangers like roads and talking to strangers.
NSPCC has advice for parents who are considering allowing their child to make their own way to and from school – Coming home alone.

Managing emotions
For parents and children
It’s important to seek support if you feel like your emotions are getting too much.
For children, it’s easy to become anxious or worried about school. There’s lots of support available for children and young people.

Support for young people who are struggling with anxiety, exam stress, and more.

Provide low intensity one-to-one interventions to children and young people aged 5-19 with mild-to-moderate emotional health and mental health wellbeing needs.

Lots of advice for parents and carers for every stage of your child’s life.
Getting your child ready for the new school term advice
Support for those difficult and sometimes lonely days.

Offer free mental health support for people in North East Lincolnshire.