Summer might be exciting for your kids and teens, but we know it’s not always the same story for parents. Trying to organise childcare and activities for your children is expensive. Also, the lead up to September often includes buying school uniform, and last-minute stationery – which all adds up.
Over the Summer
For many parents the school holidays can be a very taxing period, both timewise and financially. In fact, an Equifax survey shows that 1 in 5 parents have admitted that they find summer holidays stressful. So you are not alone!
Over the next month there are plenty of affordable and free activities your children can get involved in, search for what is on offer:
Also have a look at your local children’s centre, as they will have some options to keep your children busy. Find your nearest one:
If you are struggling with childcare, then please look at the support that could be available on our family and care page:
If you are struggling with food, then search for your closest foodbank, they are there to help.
Thinking about back to school
The average costs of going back to school can really mount up.
If you are worrying about packed lunches, find out if your child is eligible for free school meals:
Also, you may be eligible for benefits that you are not currently claiming that could help with some of these costs. Look at our benefits calculator today! There could be charitable or government grants that could help. Look on this grant finder to see if you can get some extra financial support.