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Whether or not children should wear school uniforms is a hotly debated issue with arguments for and against. Some of the main ones in the ‘for’ camp are:

1. Children perceive them as professional and are therefore more likely to work and not ‘play’ as they have been dressed to work.
2. They promote good discipline.
3. They reduce violence and bullying by removing the fashionable element to clothing which can often divide young people and create opportunities to be treated differently.
4. They provide a lower cost alternative to keeping up to date with the latest fashions and designer labels.
5. They promote a sense of identity and school spirit.

Of course there are equal numbers of counter-arguments including the need for individuals to express that individuality.

Many schools that have a uniform can raise funds by allowing a casual dress day from time to time [charging a small sum for the Read More