According to a recent study, millions of parents in the UK are said to be struggling financially due to the escalating costs associated to modern schooling.

The study, which was conducted by a leading consumer advice group, discovered that almost 75% of parents have either become or fear they will become, seriously indebted as a result of trying to meet their childrens mounting school costs.

The study revealed that the most common school related financial burdens, which are forcing some parents into debt, include annual excursions, exercise books, and numerous different school uniforms.

A representative of the group suggested that it was the responsibility of the Government to offer adequate support both financially and advisory to any parent feeling the strain, and that parents and children alike, should not have to suffer in the name of education.

In addition, one expert also suggested that there is little point in offering free education to the masses, if parents feel as though they are then charged inadvertently for the privilege. As besides the obvious financial detriment caused, it can also hinder the Childs progress and/or available options.