Parent shares his back- to-school experience
“I suggest people should do their shopping early before the back-to-school rush which typically occurs when the school is closer to reopening”.
Saturday 17 January 2026 | 02:00
Shanton Volau buying school shoes for his son Hezekiah at Parma’s footwear.
Photo: Noolyn Chand
As the academic year approaches, back-to-school shopping has become a priority for parents.
Stanton Volau, a building consultant from Namadi Heights, shares his secret to a stress- free back-to-school plan which is to start early.
“I suggest people should do their shopping early before the back-to-school rush which typically occurs when the school is closer to reopening”.
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Mr Volau is a father of two children, his eldest son will be going to Year 5, while his youngest son is set to begin Kindergarten.
While many people wait for last minute shopping, the Volau family has bought all the stationary that were required from the book list which they were given last year.
“A good thing for families is that the prices compared to last year has gone down”.
Mr Volai wishes all students and parents, the best of luck with their school shopping and a great year ahead of learning.
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