‘They look great quality’, mums beam as they rush to Deichmann to get their hands on £5 school shoes
Bargain-hunting mothers rush to the nearest Deichmann store to get their hands on a pair of discounted school shoes.
So if your little one is going back to school soon and needs new shoes, you’ve come to the right place.
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And especially if you’re on a budget and don’t have a ton of cash to spare, you’ll be happy to see that these cheap shoes are now on sale for just £5. Yes, you read that right.
One of the mothers was so happy with her find that she informed others via social media, which surprised many.
Post message on Extreme Couponing and Bargains UKa closed Facebook group with 2.5 million members, Amanda Mason shared a click of the cheap shoes.
Alongside her post she wrote: “My bargain of the day at Deichmann. £5!!
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“Reduced from £20.”
Amanda was very pleased with the quality of the shoes and said she wanted to buy two pairs right away.
She continued: “They seem to be great quality and are made of memory foam.
“I also bought a size up in case he grows out of that pair.”
Amanda was lucky enough to get her hands on the black Memphis One Junior shoes for boys.
The original price was £19.99, but it’s no surprise she was delighted to see the Velcro shoes for just £4.99, saving her a whopping £15.
But if you want to get your hands on these affordable school shoes, you’ll have to head to your local Deichmann store soon.
These discounted shoes are now out of stock online and at a whopping 75% off the original price, they’re sure to sell out quickly in stores too.
EXTRA HELP WITH SCHOOL UNIFORM COSTS
IF you cannot get targeted help from your municipality, there may be other options.
In some cases you can contact your school directly, they may be able to provide you with clothing.
Or perhaps you can buy cheap clothes from budget stores or thrift shops.
Some charities also provide assistance to families in need.
Please note that charities are often limited in the amount they can donate and have specific criteria that must be met in order to receive a grant.
Charity Turn2Us has a free grant search function on its website, which will help you see what help is available to you.
In the meantime, you can always contact your nearest Citizens’ Advice office.
If you don’t know where your nearest Citizens’ Advice branch is, you can find it at www.citizensadvice.org.uk/about-us/contact-us/nearby/.
If you are not eligible for a school uniform grant, you may be able to get help through the Household Support Fund.
Facebook users were very impressed with Amanda’s bargain and were eager to share it in the comments.
Customers were not only impressed with the discount, they were also eager to take advantage of it.
How much do supermarkets charge for school uniforms
THIS is how much the big supermarkets charge for school uniforms:
- Two-pack polo shirts: £1.75
- Trousers: £1.75
- Skirt: £1.75
- Sweater: £1
Total: £4.50 with trousers or skirt
Asda
- Two-pack polo shirts: from £2.50 depending on size and style
- Trousers: from £5 depending on size and style
- Skirt: From £3.50 depending on size and style
- Sweater: Two-pack from £4, depending on size and style
Total: From £11.50 with trousers, or from £10 with skirt
It’s worth pointing out that Morrisons charges the same price regardless of size.
- Two-pack polo shirts: from £2.50 depending on style
- Trousers: From £3.50 depending on style
- Skirt: From £5 depending on style
- Jumper: Two-pack from £3.75 (£1.88 each)
Total: From £9.75 with trousers, or from £11.25 with skirt
Sainsbury’s
- Three Pack Polo Shirts: From £3.50, depending on size and style
- Trousers: From £6 depending on size and style
- Skirt: From £2.50 depending on size and style
- Jumper: From £4 depending on size and style
Total: From £13.50 with trousers, or from £10 with skirt
Tesco
You can’t buy school uniforms online so there is a limited supply. This means that prices are lower and there may be more items available in store.
- Two-pack polo shirts: from £2.50 depending on size and style
- Trousers: Two-pack from £7, depending on size and style
- Skirt: Not listed online, but likely in stock in store
- Sweater: Two-pack from £4, depending on size and style
Total: From £13.50 with trousers, unclear with skirt
Someone said: “Fantastic bargain.”
Another added: “Good discount.”
A third commented: “I’m going to Bradford.”
Meanwhile, someone else claimed: “I was there on Friday and got some great deals on trainers too.”
