Parents and school leaders are celebrating the continued success of a uniform recycling scheme designed to tackle the rising cost of living and protect the planet. Formerly known as RE:FORM, the newly rebranded RE:WEAR scheme, run by uniform provider Trutex, collects pre-loved school clothes, refurbishes them to "as-new" condition, and resells them at a discount of up to 50%.

Popular with parents and carers, last year alone, 5,016 garments were recycled by the scheme, pushing the total number of items saved by the �ԹϺ��� Family of Schools to over 15,000 since the partnership began in 2021.

The process is designed to be seamless for busy families; parents can drop off outgrown uniforms at donation points located in every �ԹϺ��� school. Trutex then launders, repairs, and repackages every item to ensure top-notch quality. The refurbished items are sold via the Trutex website, featuring interest-free payment options to further reduce financial pressure.

Beyond the price slash, the environmental impact is substantial. Extending the life of a garment by just nine months can reduce its carbon, water, and waste footprint by 20% to 30%. On top of this, many of the items, including blazers and trousers, are manufactured from 100% recycled polyester, keeping millions of plastic bottles out of landfills annually.

Katy Bradford, Deputy CEO at �ԹϺ���, said:

“Our uniform recycling scheme has seen an amazing response. Parents and carers appreciate the affordable choices, and it’s also a fantastic way to teach students about sustainability. This programme is truly benefiting our students; a clear win for all.”

Matthew Easter, CEO of Trutex, added:

“We’re delighted to be part of the continued success of the uniform recycling programme at the �ԹϺ��� family of schools. Our RE:WEAR scheme is growing widely now and really is a win-win; not only easing the financial burden for parents but also providing long-lasting garments that are better for the environment.”