Our School Uniform
"We don't wear our uniform because everyone has to look the same. We wear it because everyone belongs."
At St Stephen's, we believe that our school uniform is about much more than clothing - it is a symbol of belonging. When children wear our uniform, they become part of our school community, helping to create a shared identity where everyone feels included, equal and proud to represent our school.
We ask all families to support our uniform policy because we know that parents want their children to feel that sense of belonging from the moment they walk through our gates.
We are also committed to keeping uniform affordable. In line with recent government guidance, branded uniform is kept to a minimum, meaning most items can be purchased from a wide range of retailers. We are also fortunate to have our wonderful PTA-run Seconds Uniform Shed, where families can access clean, good-quality donated uniform for a voluntary contribution, helping to ensure that every child can wear our uniform with pride.
Our school Uniform
- Mid grey trousers/ skirt/ shorts/ pinafore dress.
- Mid blue polo shirt
- Navy blue jumper (‘V’ or round necked) or cardigan (with the school logo if possible)
- Grey, black or white socks/tights
- Black school shoes
- Checked blue/white dresses (optional summer wear)
Our PE Uniform
On days when children have PE or swimming, they can come to school in their PE kit.
- Plain navy blue tracksuit bottoms, with plain black or navy shorts underneath
- Mid blue polo shirt
- Navy blue jumper or cardigan
- Trainers (as plain and safe as possible please - no bright colours)
- Hair, longer than shoulder length, should be tied back and jewellery must be removed for PE
Jewellery and Make-up
The only jewellery allowed to be worn at school are watches and studs for ear-rings. Hoops and dangling ear-rings are not allowed due to health and safety rules.
If earrings are worn they are to be removed by the pupils for P.E., Games and Swimming lessons.
Make-up, including nail varnish, should not be worn at school.
School Uniform Suppliers
School Uniform can be purchased from the following stores.
School Uniform Recycling
Parents at our school very kindly run a uniform recycling scheme.
If you would like to purchase pre-loved items, please see the facebook group linked below.
https://www.facebook.com/groups/222813608419985/
This is a chance to re-use perfectly good clothing to save you money and to save it from unnecessarily to going to landfill. Any proceeds from sales go back into school funds to fund vital resources for the children at St. Stephens.