Uniform
Uniform Expectations
Uniform
We are proud of our school uniform and encourage pupils to take a pride in their appearance. PLEASE ENSURE THAT ALL UNIFORM IS LABELLED WITH YOUR CHILD’S NAME as we cannot return items of clothing if we do not know who owns it!
The uniform is as follows:
- Navy blue skirt/ pinafore dress or trousers
- Long grey trousers
- Blue cotton shirt and school tie or blue school polo shirt
- Navy blue jumper or cardigan
In Summer
- Blue and white summer dresses
- Grey school shorts
- White or grey socks
PE Kit - PE kit must be worn to attend school in on PE days.
Indoor Kit
- Plain black or navy shorts.
- Plain white T-shirt
- Pumps or trainers
Outdoor Kit
- Trainers
- Plain White T-shirt
- Navy or black tracksuit
Hairstyles:
- All hair long enough to be tied back must be tied back at all times – both boys and girls
- Hair bobbles should be plain
- Hairbands should be plain
- Shaved hair should be no shorter than a ‘Number 2’ cut
- Tramlines or patterns should not be shaved in
- Mohican type styles are not acceptable
- Hair gel should be used only to gently control loose hair never to spike it or make it stand up
- Hair colour should be natural colour
- Make-up should not be worn, this includes nail varnish or false nails
Jewellery
- No jewellery should be worn at any time even on non-uniform days
- If ears have been recently pierced small studs can be worn only whilst the wound is healing and these must be taped over for PE lessons
- Please note for swimming lessons, pool rules prohibit any earrings.
Socks, Tights and Footwear
- Socks and tights should be un-patterned black, grey or navy blue (girls may also wear white socks or tights )
- School shoes should be flat, sensible and fit for purpose
- Trainers should not be worn except for outdoor PE
- Boots can be worn to school in bad weather but children should change on arrival in school
Uniform Suppliers
Parents can purchase school uniform from any shop or a specific uniform supplier. Uniform does not need to show the school badge as long as it the correct colour and style. It is essential that you label all items of uniform with your child’s name please. Please note that the pinafore or skirt should be navy blue not grey.
If you wish to purchase uniform with the school logo then this is available from 2 suppliers in Warrington.
http://www.touchline-embroidery.net/st-albans-cp/
and
https://alphaschoolwear.com/schools/primary-schools/st-albans-catholic-primary-school/
We ask that parents buy a book bag for children to bring books and work to and from school. These can be purchsed from the school office. Please do not buy rucksacks for your children as we do not have the space to hang these up in our cloakroom areas.