Why local schools in Rochdale save more by buying from a local supplier

When schools in Rochdale, Oldham, Bury and Greater Manchester are looking to stretch their budgets, the choice of supplier makes all the difference. Many Schools automatically turn to large national like YPO or Hope Education - but local schools often discover that buying from a trusted Rochdale based supplier saves them money in the long run.

Here's Why:

1. Lower costs without hidden extras

Unlike national suppliers that can sometimes add delivery charges or have minimum order requirements, Hetherington's offer straightforward competitive pricing. No delivery charges or minimum order values are what we do. Schools often find they save more by purchasing essentials like stationery, art materials, classroom resources and furniture directly from a local business.

2. Faster, reliable school supplies delivered across the North West and beyond

When a classroom suddenly runs out of glue sticks, whiteboard pens, or exercise books, waiting several days for a delivery just isn't an option. As a local supplier based in Rochdale we can deliver quickly and efficiently usually the very next working day. This keeps teaching and learning running smoothly.

3. Personal service you only get from a family run local business

Working with Hetherington's means you are not just another account number. Everyone at Hetherington's gets to know you the customer. All schools benefit from one-to-one support that only a local business can offer. We offer friendly advice ensuring you get the correct product at the right price every single time. Two words that sum us up: We care

4. Supporting the local community

It goes without saying but choosing a local supplier keeps money in the local economy. Schools that order from Hetherington's are not just saving money they are also supporting local jobs, families and businesses, which strengthens the local community as a whole.

5. Flexible solutions for your schools needs

Flexibilty particularly when it comes to deliveries is a real plus point when you use a local supplier. We can tailor deliveries to suit your needs particularly through the summer weeks when schools are closed. We can arrange deliveries on a dedicated date and in most cases we can even deliver at a time to suit you. Can a national company do that? Probably not

6. Relationships that deliver that "extra value"

We look to build a long term relationship with every school that chooses your local Rochdale supplier Hetherington's. This means you have a supplier you can trust to go that extra mile. Whether it is deliveries direct to a specified classroom, finding a particular product, or offering budget saving alternatives that don't compromise on quality, all schools get the service and savings that big companies can't match.

Final thought

By choosing a local supplier, schools in Rochdale, Oldham, Bury, Rossendale, Manchester, Blackburn and beyond don't just make savings, they gain a reliable, trusted supplier with over 35 years of experience who cares about their success