Iran’s Families Face Costly School Year as War Adds to Financial Strain

The start of the school year is putting heavy pressure on Iranian families, with rising prices for stationery, books and transport driving up the cost of sending children to class.

The weakening Iranian rial is adding to the squeeze, eroding household purchasing power as parents confront a range of back-to-school expenses.

The burden extends beyond the initial purchase of classroom supplies. Transport is a recurring expense, leaving families to contend with higher costs throughout the school year rather than at its opening alone.

Against the backdrop of war, the rising education bill highlights the strain on household budgets. For parents, the challenge is meeting their children’s school needs while keeping other essential spending within reach.