School Uniform
Standish Community High School
Uniform 2025
School uniform lists can sometimes seem over-detailed and a little confusing. At Standish Community High School, we are very precise about our requirements and hopefully this will prevent any misunderstandings. We do not wish parents to purchase items of uniform that will not be allowed and subsequently replaced with the correct uniform – we do not want our parents/carers spending money on items that we do not allow to be worn. The full support of parents is requested with regards to their children wearing the correct uniform. All students at Standish Community High School are expected to conform to the school uniform rules throughout their time at school.
It is our policy to maintain high standards of dress. Students not wearing full school uniform will be offered spare items from school if available. If spare items are not available, or the appearance breach cannot be resolved, the student will be placed in Respite until the issue is rectified. The school will be the final arbiter regarding suitability of dress and appearance.
| Item | Required / Acceptable | Not Acceptable / Not Allowed |
|---|---|---|
| Jumper – Please note that jumpers must be worn at all times, unless specific permission has been given by a member of staff for it to be removed. | Year 7 to Year 10 – SCHS navy blue V-neck jumper with embroidered logo Year 11 – SCHS maroon V-neck jumper with embroidered logo | X Sweatshirt X Non-regulation jumper X Fleece X Tracksuit top X Hooded top X Cardigan |
| Trousers | Black conventional, tailored, full-length trousers Navy blue conventional, tailored, full-length trousers | X Fashion trousers (denim, corduroy, lycra, stretchy materials or other materials/ chinos/hipsters/flares/wide bottoms/bootleg/shiny trousers) X Other fashion trousers X Studs, visible buttons, patch pockets X Shorts X Leggings/jeggings etc |
| Skirts – When buying, please choose the correct length (knee length or below), with room for growth over the school year. | Navy blue KNEE-LENGTH or below the knee pleated skirt | X Rolled-up skirts X Skirts that are above the knee X Skirts that are not pleated |
| Shirts – When buying, please allow for growth over the school year. | Plain white school shirt Long or short sleeve shirt Tucked in and buttoned at the neck at all times | X Casual/fashion shirt X Shirt worn without a tie X Open top button X Sports/hooded tops or brightly coloured garments worn under shirts X Shirts worn outside of trousers or skirts |
| Ties – Ties must be worn with at least six stripes showing and worn in the conventional way. | SCHS tie | X Must not be defaced with writing or by pulling threads |
| Religious clothing | Kippah – navy blue or black Hijab – navy blue or black Turban – navy blue or black | |
| Shoes – Please see examples of acceptable and unacceptable footwear on the school website. Students will not be allowed to attend lessons if the correct shoes are not worn | Black shoes must be worn on the way to and from school | X Heeled shoes X Visible coloured soles X Coloured laces X Canvas shoes X Open-toe shoes X Platform shoes X Backless shoes |
| Socks | Plain black, navy blue, white socks Black or navy blue opaque tights | X Coloured or patterned socks or tights X Socks with sports logo or branding |
| Outdoor Coats – Coats must be removed when entering a classroom. Hoods must not be worn up in the school buildings | Plain navy blue or black in colour | X Logo bigger than the size of a credit card X Denim or leather X Hoodies X Zipped cardigan |
| Make-up | X Fake tan X Make-up of any kind X Artificial nails and nail extensions X Nail varnish X False eyelashes X Tinted eyebrows X Henna tattoos | |
| Hair Styles | Neat and tidy Natural colour If hair is long, it is essential that it is tied back in practical lessons, e.g., PE, science, art and technology, for reasons of Health and Safety Hair accessories navy blue or black | X Hair must not be shaved shorter than a number 1 X Inappropriate and unnatural or split hair colours X Shaved patterns, lines and/or steps |
| Jewellery | Wristwatch One pair of plain ear studs (worn in the lobes) | X Other body piercings: nose, tongue etc… X Smartwatches (for reasons of safeguarding, security and risk of theft) X Necklace X Bracelet X Rings |
| Scarves – Scarves are only permitted to be worn from October half-term until February half-term. Scarves must be removed once entering the school building. | Navy blue or black scarves | X Brightly coloured scarves X On corridors and in classrooms |
| Hats – Woolly hats are only permitted to be worn from October half-term until February half-term. Woolly hats must be removed once entering the school building. Students with a medical condition may wear a plain black cap/hat by arrangement with Pastoral Leader/Head of Year Woolley hats must be removed once entering the school building. Students with a medical condition may wear a plain black cap/ hat by arrangement with Pastoral Year Leader | Navy blue or black woolly hat | X Brightly coloured hats X On corridors and in classrooms |
| Other | X Items of clothing that obscure the face or parts of the face are not allowed in school | |
| Cyclist | Protective headgear when cycling to and from school Appropriate lights on bikes |
| Item | Required / Acceptable | Not Acceptable / Not Allowed |
|---|---|---|
| PE Kit – During inclement weather, students have the option of wearing a navy blue or black woollen hat and woollen gloves (at the teacher’s discretion) Please bring a towel and change of underwear if the weather conditions look inclement. Please label all items with your name, including footwear. Always bring your kit, even when injured, as the curriculum does allow opportunities for students to coach, referee and time keep. Please bring the necessary safety kit depending on the sport you are playing e.g., gum shield and shin pads for contact sports. Long hair must always be tied back during practical lessons. No metal studs or blades will be allowed on the all-weather pitch. For indoor activities please bring trainers. Pumps or converse are not acceptable. | SCHS T-shirt SCHS leggings, and/or shorts, and/or track pants SCHS hoodie SCHS socks Optional – Warm, blue base layers | X Clothing with logos (other than SCHS items) X Hooded tops (other than SCHS hoodie) X Fashion sportswear/ footwear X No ‘other’ coloured or branded track pants (other than SCHS track pants) X Pumps or converse |
Parents are advised that any valuable items worn are at the owner’s risk and that the school takes no responsibility for the loss of any valuable items.
If in doubt, do not buy: please check with the school first. The school will be the final arbiter regarding suitability of dress and appearance.
Where to buy?
Our uniform can be purchased from a number of suppliers providing it meets the school’s uniform requirements. Please be aware that any non-compliant styles or colours of uniform will not be permitted.
To ensure the correct style of uniform, please see below for details of our approved stockists. Our approved stockists offer school uniforms that are fully compliant with our uniform policy at a fair price.
The school Jumper, Tie and PE Kit are the only required branded items which need purchasing from approved stockist. All other items can be purchased from other outlets, including second-hand retailers.
| Slaters Schoolwear | Impressions Uniform | AC Sports | NU’Uniforms | Top Marks Schoolwear Wigan |
| Eckersley Mill, Swan Meadow Rd, Wigan, WN3 5BD 01942 244426 | 31-33 High Street, Standish, WN6 0HL 01942587487 | 795-797 Ormskirk Rd, Wigan, WN5 8HE 01942 216537 | 82 Market Street, Chorley, PR7 2SF 01257 275512 | 56 Standishgate, Wigan, WN1 1UW 01942 820955 |
