Halton Housing’s school uniform scheme has supported over 230 children from low-income families across Halton get kitted out for the new term.

With the rising cost of living and concerns around the affordability of essential items like school uniform, the project has helped to alleviate the stress and worry many struggling parents face, with children going back to school in September.

Halton Housing provided £7,500, and our partner, Travis Perkins Managed Services provided £2,500 of funding from its Legacy Fund to support the scheme. Travis Perkins Managed Services (TPMS) is a provider to the repairs and maintenance sector, and one of Halton Housing’s suppliers, and its responsible for awarding funds which go to support various community initiatives.

Thanks to the funding, the scheme was able to support customers towards the cost of school uniforms which can average up to £300 per child (according to some parent surveys).

In 2023, the scheme saw 200 school children benefit from money towards their uniforms.

Claire Creed, Welfare Benefit and Money Advice Manager said:

“2024 saw an overwhelming demand for the scheme with the maximum number of applications reached within 48hrs of the scheme going live on our website. We’re proud to have played a part in making such a difference to so many families and is grateful for the support of Travis Perkins Managed Services.”

Gavin Paget, Account Manager at Travis Perkins Managed Services said:

"We're so proud to support initiatives that make a real difference to families and Halton Housing tenants. Building better communities and enriching lives is engrained into what we do, supporting our customers in social housing". 

If you’re a customer who is struggling financially and feel the support of our Welfare Benefit and Money Advice Team could be beneficial to you, visit our ‘Money Advice & Support’ website page. Alternatively, you can also email welfare@haltonhousing.co.uk or call 0151 510 5024.