Uniform
At St Philomena's Catholic Primary School, our uniform is a visible expression of our mission to strive for excellence, act with respect and serve our community. By wearing the correct uniform and presenting ourselves well, we contribute to a culture of respect and excellence.
Wearing the correct uniform helps children develop a strong sense of belonging and pride in being part of the St Philomena's community. By promoting equality and reducing unnecessary differences, it allows every child to be recognised as a valued and respected member of our school family.
We ask all parents and carers to support us by ensuring that children attend school each day in the correct uniform. All items of clothing, PE kits and personal belongings should be clearly labelled with the child's name.
School Uniform
Boys
- White shirt
- Royal blue and gold school tie
- Royal blue v-neck jumper with school logo and gold stripe
- Grey shorts (long trousers are not part of the school uniform)
- Grey, navy or black socks
- Black school shoes (with no logos, coloured soles, lights or branding. Trainers and boots are not permitted)
Girls
- White shirt
- Royal blue and gold school tie
- Royal blue V-neck jumper or cardigan with school logo and gold stripe
- Grey skirt or pinafore dress
- Royal blue striped or checked summer dress with collar and short sleeves (dresses with shorts attached are not permitted)
- White socks during the summer term
- Grey, navy or black socks during the winter months
- Black school shoes (with no logos, coloured soles, lights or branding. Trainers and boots are not permitted)
Outdoor Clothing
Children should have suitable outdoor clothing for colder and wet weather.
- Plain navy or black coat (without patterns or branding)
- Navy or black waterproof jacket or pack-away mac
Physical Education
PE kit consists of:
- Blue T-shirt with school logo
- Navy or black shorts
- Plain black trainers or black plimsolls (completely black, including soles and logos)
- Plain blue drawstring PE bag
During colder weather, pupils may wear a plain navy or black tracksuit for outdoor PE and outdoor play.
Presentation and Appearance
We encourage pupils to take pride in themselves and their appearance, reflecting the high expectations we have for all members of our school community.
- Long hair should be tied back for safety and hygiene reasons.
- Extreme hairstyles, including shaved patterns, tramlines and Mohicans, are not permitted.
- Make-up and nail varnish should not be worn.
- Jewellery is not permitted, including earrings, bracelets and necklaces, as these may present a safety risk, particularly during PE.
- Year 6 pupils may wear a simple analogue or digital watch for telling the time. Smart watches or watches with internet connectivity or the ability to connect to mobile phones are not permitted.
Uniform Costs and Suppliers
In line with Department for Education guidance on school uniform costs, we aim to keep uniform affordable and ensure that parents and carers have access to reasonably priced options. Only essential branded items need to be purchased from our approved supplier, Graduates.
The following items must be purchased from Graduates as they feature the school branding:
- School V-neck jumper
- School cardigan
- School tie
- School PE T-shirt
All other uniform items can be purchased from a supplier of your choice, provided they meet the requirements of our uniform policy.
Our approved uniform supplier is:
Graduates
201 High Street
Orpington, Kent
BR6 0PF
Telephone: 01689 821439
We appreciate the continued support of our families in maintaining the high standards expected at St Philomena's Catholic Primary School. By working together, we ensure that our children take pride in themselves, their school and the community they represent.
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