How to sell second-hand school uniform
Children outgrow uniform every year, and parents are always looking to save on it. Sold at the right time, outgrown uniform goes quickly.
When to sell
Demand peaks in July and August, before the new school year, with a smaller rise in January and after Easter as children grow. List in early summer to catch parents before the rush. See what sells when.
Logo items vs plain items
Logo items (blazers, jumpers and PE kit with the school badge) can only be sold to families at the same school, so sell them locally: school parents' groups, Facebook Marketplace or the school's own second-hand sale.
Plain items (grey trousers, skirts, white shirts, polo shirts, school shoes) sell anywhere, so they suit Vinted and bundles.
Bundle by size
Parents shop by age, so bundle plain items in the same size: "Boys' grey school trousers x 3, age 9-10" or "Girls' white polo shirts x 5, age 7-8". Put the age, colour and number of items in the title.
Get it ready
- Wash and iron everything.
- Remove name labels, or cover them, so your child's name isn't on show.
- Check for stains, worn knees and hems, and missing buttons, and mention them.
- Photograph each item or the bundle laid out flat, plus the size labels.
Pricing
School uniform sells for a modest price, because it's cheap new from supermarkets. Logo items and blazers hold more value, since they cost more from the official supplier. Check what similar bundles have sold for nearby and price to sell before term starts.
Uniform swaps and donations
Many schools and local groups run uniform swaps or second-hand shops, and some charities collect uniform for families who need it. They're a good home for items that won't sell, especially logo items when your child has left the school.
Snap the bundle, get the listing
Lay the uniform out and snap it. Snappy writes the title with the age and items included, the description and a suggested price.
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July and August, before the new school year, with smaller rises in January and after Easter.
Locally, to families at the same school: school parents' groups, Facebook Marketplace or the school's own second-hand sale.
Yes. Remove or cover name labels so your child's name is not on show in photos or to the buyer.
Plain items sell for a modest price, best in bundles. Logo items and blazers are worth more because they cost more new.