School uniform stores in Boksburg have said that their prices have remained consistent but they have received letters from suppliers that prices are expected to go up by 15 per cent on most items starting from February 1.
According to Shabier Laher from Peephole, compared to other years, he thinks financially the prices have remained reasonably stable despite the depreciation of the Rand.
“My son will be doing matric at Christian Brothers College this year and I had to pay R1500 for only three items regarding his uniform. The cost for a school uniform is just too high and to think that I haven’t even bought stationery,” said parent Nelly du Poco.
Speaking to some parents, who were at the time buying uniforms, the consensus was that it remains expensive to clothe a child for school.
Gugu Mbethe from Vosloorus, however, is relieved that the prices of clothing items have not skyrocketed from 2015.
“I have two children who are still in primary school. When I compare last year’s expenses to this years, there is not much of a difference. Of course, the older the child gets the more expensive school uniforms become.”
Faruk Loonat from Civic Outfitters and Sportswear said they sympathise with parents regarding prices of uniforms, but it is a sign of the economical times.
