Divisoria Budget Finds for School Supplies

Anxious about back-to-school expenses? It’s good to know that there are always shopping meccas that promise affordable finds. We went to Divisoria to find the best deals when it comes to budget-friendly school supplies just in time for the back-to-school season. Divisoria is a big place. We suggest that you concentrate your shopping at the areas around the New Divisoria Mall, along Tabora St. or along Ylaya St. If you want airconditioned surroundings, then stick to Tutuban Mall or Mall 168. To read more about how to prepare to go to Divisoria and explore it, read Julian Vorpal's Divisoria Shopping Guide.

Divisoria isn't for everyone. In fact, not all school items found in Divisoria will last the whole schoolyear. The best stuff to buy in Divisoria are more of school and paper supplies, usually disposable items, or items bought in bulk. Apart from this, you have to brave the heat, the crowd and the lack of parking. If you're up to the adventure, then go for it. If not, read the article of SP contributor Jazer Basan on stress-free yet budget-friendly back-to-school shopping.

 

See gallery below for images of school supplies from Divisoria.

 

NOTE: This feature is based on prices canvassed last May 13. Please note that prices in Divisoria are subject to change.

 

Shopping Bags (to put your purchases in)
P50

 

Small Backpacks
P20-25 each

 

Plastic cover for notebooks and textbooks (5 meters)
P25 each and P23 per dozen

 

Spiral Notebooks
P8.50 each or P85 to P90 per ream

 

De-tahi or Yarn-Bound Notebooks
P9.50 each or P95 per ream

 

Cattleya Fillers
P35

 

Hi Ballpens
P42 per dozen

 

Mongol Pencils
P6 each or P54 per dozen

 

Erasers
P2 to P10

 

 

Read on for prices of more school supplies like pencilcases, highlighters, scissors, folders, etc. Click here to move on to the next page.

 

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Below are some budget finds from Divisoria covering desk supplies, as well as art and coloring materials.

 

Pencilcase (metal)
P30 each

 

Pencilcase (plastic with compartments for erasers, sharpeners, etc.)
P100 each

 

Highlighters
P65 per 10 pieces

 

Scissors
P10 each

 

Short Folders
P42 per dozen

 

Long Folders
P45 per dozen

 

Sharpeners
P10 each
P90 per dozen

 

Crayons
So Big brand – P65
15s – P30
64s – P90
8s – P15
Washable – P40

 

Glue
Ever brand – P20

 

Paste
P3 each or P50 per box of 36

 

 

Read on for more school supplies like sticky notes, file cases, wallets, whiteboards, etc. Click here to move on to the next page.

 

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Below are some Divisoria budget finds for school accessories and project materials.

 

Set of Ruler with Protactor, etc.
P12 each

 

Sticky Notes
P25

 

File Case (Plastic)
P60 to 66

 

Wallets
P96 per dozen

 

Manila Paper
P5 each sheet or P48 per dozen

 

Correction Fluid
P30

 

Correction Tape
P14 per dozen

 

Calculator
P200

 

Popsicle Sticks
P10 per pack of 12 popsicle sticks or P90 per dozen packs

 

Whiteboard
Small – P32
Medium – P42
Large – P52

 

 

Read on for more school supplies like bag tags, crossword puzzles, dictionaries and school uniforms. Click here to move on to the next page.

 

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Bag Tags
P15

 

Crossword Puzzles
P15 per dozen

 

Diagram of Parts of the Body
P78

 

Numbers Chart
P28

 

Clock (For studying time)
P22

 

Dictionary
P250 per dozen

 

Sando (for 6 years old and above)
P35 each or buy 3 for P100

 

White Blouses (Schol Uniform)
P70 to P75

 

Navy Blue or Khaki Shorts (School Uniform)
P65 per pair

 

Skirts (School Uniform)
P140 to P150

 

White Socks
P10 each

 

Burlington – P137 for 3 pieces

 

 

You might also want to read:

Stress-Free Back-to-School Shopping: Where to Get the Best Buys and Avoid the Crowds

Tips on Planning Your Budget for Your Child’s Enrollment & School Supplies          

 

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