School Thrifties SA
Shopping
Marketplace for parents.
- Downloads
- 35+
- on Google Play
- Price
- Free
- No in-app purchases
- Updated
- Feb 5
- 2026 · v1.0.5
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About School Thrifties SA
School Thrifties is South Africa’s trusted parent-to-parent marketplace for school essentials.
Buy and sell quality school uniforms, stationery, sports gear, textbooks, and other school items directly with parents in your area — safely, quickly, and affordably.
Whether you're clearing out items your child has outgrown or looking for affordable school supplies, School Thrifties helps you save time and money while reducing waste.
What you can do with School Thrifties:
Browse School Essentials
Find uniforms, textbooks, stationery, lunchboxes, sportswear, shoes and more — all in one app.
Upload and Sell Items Easily
Take photos, set your price, and publish your items in minutes.
In-App Chat
Message buyers and sellers directly and chat safely inside the app.
Wishlist Items
Save items you’re interested in and receive updates when similar items appear.
Add to Cart & Secure Checkout
Buy multiple items from the same shop and complete your purchase quickly.
Track Your Orders
Stay updated on your purchase and order history.
Instant Notifications
Get alerts when buyers message you, when your item sells, or when new items match your interests.
Reduce Waste & Save Money
Support sustainable buying and selling — great for both your pocket and the environment.
Why Parents Love School Thrifties
Easy to use
Safe and secure
Affordable alternative to buying new
Helps declutter and earn cash back
Connects parents with parents
Join the growing community of South African parents saving money and making school shopping easier than ever.
Buy and sell quality school uniforms, stationery, sports gear, textbooks, and other school items directly with parents in your area — safely, quickly, and affordably.
Whether you're clearing out items your child has outgrown or looking for affordable school supplies, School Thrifties helps you save time and money while reducing waste.
What you can do with School Thrifties:
Browse School Essentials
Find uniforms, textbooks, stationery, lunchboxes, sportswear, shoes and more — all in one app.
Upload and Sell Items Easily
Take photos, set your price, and publish your items in minutes.
In-App Chat
Message buyers and sellers directly and chat safely inside the app.
Wishlist Items
Save items you’re interested in and receive updates when similar items appear.
Add to Cart & Secure Checkout
Buy multiple items from the same shop and complete your purchase quickly.
Track Your Orders
Stay updated on your purchase and order history.
Instant Notifications
Get alerts when buyers message you, when your item sells, or when new items match your interests.
Reduce Waste & Save Money
Support sustainable buying and selling — great for both your pocket and the environment.
Why Parents Love School Thrifties
Easy to use
Safe and secure
Affordable alternative to buying new
Helps declutter and earn cash back
Connects parents with parents
Join the growing community of South African parents saving money and making school shopping easier than ever.
What’s new
Version 1.0.5 · Updated February 5, 2026
Bug fix: Marketplace shop screen gray block
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| App | Rating | Price | Installs | Last updated | Compare |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| School Thrifties SA | – | Free | 10+ | Feb 5, 2026 | |
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