Uniform is important at St John Rigby because it reinforces who we are as a community and allows our children to have a sense belonging. It is also important in that it encourages a sense of pride and self-respect for the way our children present themselves, whilst making sure children are not put under any pressure because of the type of clothes they wear; it is inclusive, and they are all treated equally.

All uniform can be purchased online from our supplier, Mapac (Facebook @MapacGroupLtd) or from Josens-Schoolwear either in store or online.  Many items of clothing, e.g. Grey skirts & trousers, are available at some retails stores and superstores. The school also offers clothing sales or support with purchasing uniform - please contact the school for a confidential conversation.

Children have the option of wearing the Summer uniform listed below during the Summer term and up to October Half-term, when the weather can still be warm

In all cases of school uniform, the school will determine what is reasonable and what is not.

***Please ensure all items of clothing and footwear are clearly labelled with your child's name so, if lost, it can be easily returned***

Reception to Year 4

 Early Years to Year 4: Gold School Book Bag (with logo)

Years 5 & 6

Year 5 & 6 - Plain Black Rucksack (preferably with logo)

PE KIT (for all age groups)

School PE Kit is to be worn to school on PE days (these will be advised by the class teacher). No branded PE clothing should be worn for PE

• White T-shirt with logo
• Plain Black Shorts
• Plain Black trainers                                                                                                              (if plimsolls are worn for PE, children should wear their BLACK shoes to school)
• White socks (no tights to be worn for PE)
• Plain Black tracksuit bottoms
• A plain Black zipped-sweatshirt (preferably with logo)                                            *Hoodies are not permitted during PE as hoods and tassels/ties present a risk
• Outdoor Sports Jacket with logo (optional)

 JEWELLERY                        

For safety reasons we ask that children DO NOT wear any jewellery in school.

However, if your child has pierced ears then one small, plain gold or silver stud may be worn in each ear. (The school recommends that clear, transparent studs be worn.) 

No other types of earrings are acceptable.

We ask parents/carers to remove children’s earrings on P.E. days. Staff are NOT responsible for the removal or covering of earrings and the school WILL NOT take responsibility for any injury, damage or loss.

Plain, simple analogue watches may also be worn by children from Year 3 upwards. These must be removed for PE and the school WILL NOT take any responsibility for any injury, damage or loss.  

No other types of watch (e.g. digital, sports watch or Fitbit etc) are acceptable.

Small items of religious significance are also permitted but should be worn under clothing for health and safety reasons. These items should be removed for PE and the school WILL NOT take any responsibility for injury, damage or loss.

HAIR and MAKE-UP

For health and safety reasons, all children with long hair (shoulder-length) must have this tied back. All accessories must be practical for school (e.g avoiding large bows or tassels) and should be yellow, white or black only. 

Whilst we respect the backgrounds, cultures and beliefs of all our families, we expect all children to maintain appropriate and sensible hairstyles which is at the discretion of the Headteacher and Senior Staff.  Extreme fashion styles, artificial colouring or haircuts that could serve as a distraction to other children, are not permitted. 

Make up and cosmetics, including (but not limited to) nail varnish, lip gloss or henna tattoos, are not considered appropriate or consistent with our school uniform. The school does not permit such products to be worn by any children, unless there is a specific event for which the Headteacher has given permission.