A school uniform can contain white shirts, dark jumpers, trousers, blazers and sportswear, each with different care needs. Wash whites separately from dark items and check labels for permitted temperatures. Turn embroidered or dark jumpers inside out before using a gentle programme with similar colours.

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Empty blazer pockets and verify whether the garment is washable rather than assuming every tailored piece needs identical treatment. Sports kit should be washed promptly so sweat and stains do not linger, using the highest temperature permitted for that particular garment.