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If you’re struggling to afford the cost of school uniform, your child’s school may be able to help. Speak to them to see if they run any schemes such as a school uniform exchange or provide grants towards uniform costs.
Alternatively, you may find old uniforms in charity shops or via Pay it Forward Facebook pages.
Help with childcare costs
You can get up to £500 every 3 months (up to £2,000 a year) for each of your children to help with the cost of childcare.
You may be able to claim back up to 85% of your childcare costs if you’re eligible for Universal Credit, with up to £950.92 back each month for one child or £1,630.15 for 2 or more children.
Find out more about claiming back childcare costs .
Maternity Grant
You could claim a one-off payment of £500 to help towards the costs of having a child.
Check if you're eligible for the Sure Start Maternity Grant .