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Expensive school uniforms don't make kids better at maths, so why are schools so focused on them? (www.abc.net.au)
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[–] emergencyfood@sh.itjust.works 4 points 9 months ago

I can think of three advantages of uniforms:-

  • They reduce competition for expensive clothes and build solidarity.

  • They are usually cheap and durable, suited for children who will get their clothes dirty (and occassionally fight).

  • It is.easier for people to identify if a students gets lost (particularly when outside school).

Of course, for this to work the uniforms should be simple, affordable and comfortable. And they should be uniform - no gendered outfits or special clothes for some students.