While the start of term will have been met with mixed emotions by many youngsters in the UK and Ireland, for millions of children around the world the chance to go to school would be a dream come true.
By buying your loved one a Present Aid gift, you are giving the chance of an education that can help set children and their communities up for a more prosperous future.
Have a look at some of the ways you can give the gift of learning.
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A teacher’s monthly salary
Give lots of children the opportunity to learn. More
£45
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Computer training
For the techie in your life. Help children learn valuable skills. More
£11
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School uniform
Kit kids out for a brighter future. More
£20
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School shoes
Support a new student, step-by-step. More
£13
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Dance classes
For your prima ballerina! A creative way out of poverty. More
£55
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Glasses and reading classes
One for the book worm in your life. Give the gift of literacy. More
£51