More than two-thirds of parents are worried about the cost of school uniforms.
A new survey by Barnardos found only three-in-ten primary schools, and less than one-in-ten secondary schools, offer an affordable uniform option.
The average cost of a primary school uniform is €125, rising to an average of €203 for a secondary school pupil.
National Policy Manager, Stephen Mofatt, says affordable options should be available across all schools:
