There are different opinions between parents about the use of uniforms in schools. Many parents consider that children should be able to self-express through clothes, others see the added value of using a uniform. Michuchutren understands both sides but let us tell you why we consider the uniform brings great advantages and benefits for the educational development of children.

Let’s start with the most common and helpful for parents:

Calmer Mornings.

 School mornings can be less stressful when ‘what to wear’ is not up for debate as everyone wears the same thing. Parents do not need to worry about what outfit to put on their child as everyone knows what will be worn. All of this can help to prevent arguments and unnecessary stress each morning. Plus, both boys and girls have some variety to choose from which they can learn to choose and organize the night before, giving them a sense of responsibility. 

Increase the sense of belonging.
The uniform is an element that promotes school spirit and a sense of belonging. In the early years, children seek identity and feeling part of something greater comforts them. Feeling part of a family gives them security, the same happens with school, where they spend a big part of their time. Uniforms create a sense of unity and create a stronger bond of community. This identity positively affects children’s attitudes towards school, leading to better learning.

They contribute to equality.
When children wear school uniforms, cultural and socioeconomic distinctions are often mitigated into a close-knit community that focuses on learning. The child focuses on his partner for what he is and not for what he wears.

Self-expression
Some people may argue that selecting your own clothes helps children develop their self-expression and using a uniform may strip away that opportunity. However, while clothes are a fun form of expression, when using uniforms, children find other ways – such as art, music, sports, personality, or academic achievement – to express themselves creatively. Besides, there is always the weekend and vacation to select their own clothes.

Create safer environments.
The fact that children are dressed in the same way favors better control because they are identified faster making it easier to identify individuals who might not belong on school grounds. 

Worry-free
Preschool is a stage where children enjoy playing in the park, doing messy artwork, getting dirty, and having fun. When children come in fancy clothes or shoes, they take care not to get dirty so that the parents do not get upset. Although we teach children to take care of their uniforms, they have more freedom and fewer worries when it comes to enjoying their activities. The uniform has been selected to be comfortable and suitable for the activities that take place during the day

Financial
There are certainly up-front costs that can come with uniforms, but in the long term, school uniforms tend to save parents money, since fewer school clothes need to be purchased throughout a year. School uniforms can also be recycled or reused, which is a bonus if you have additional children attending Michuchutren.