A parent of schoolchildren at Bromham Primary is appealing for a rethink on its branded polo tops policy.

Karis Foley says the school’s decision to include the tops as part of the uniform is not cost effective for many parents.

And she’s even started a petition on Change.org which has so far attracted 100 signatures.

She said on the site: “We are living in a time of financial uncertainty. The cost of living has skyrocketed, from groceries to utility bills, making it increasingly challenging for families to make ends meet. As a parent of schoolchildren at Bromham Primary, I am seriously concerned about the recent decision to mandate branded polo tops for the school uniform.”

Parent Karis Foley says Bromham Primary School’s decision to include branded polo tops as part of its uniform is not cost effective (Google Maps)

placeholder image — Parent Karis Foley says Bromham Primary School’s decision to include branded polo tops as part of its uniform is not cost effective (Google Maps)

And she asked why the school – in the village’s Grange Lane – can’t just let parents buy cheaper supermarket alternatives instead.

You can access the petition here

She posted: “For many parents, especially those with more than one child attending Bromham Primary, the added expense of these branded uniforms is unsustainable. Supermarket alternatives are far more affordable and just as durable, providing a valid alternative without compromising the quality or appearance of our children's uniforms.

"We urge the school's administration to reconsider this decision. Let's make school uniforms affordable for everyone.”

We have approached Bromham Primary School for comment.