Uniform and Equipment

Students will be expected to wear the correct uniform or games kit at all times while at school.

Monkhouse is our designated supplier for school specific items. Blazer badges can be purchased directly from the school for £5 if you prefer to buy a plain black blazer and sew the badge on yourself.

Our HGS branded PE kit (required for year 7 pupils from 2025 onwards) needs to be purchased from John Harrison Sports.

All uniform and PE kit should be named to prevent items from getting lost.

We are mindful of the cost of school uniform and keep a supply of spare and nearly new uniform and PE kit in the school for any families who need them. If parents wish to take a look at what we have, they can contact the school office to arrange a visit.

School Uniform

Black Blazer (plain polyester with school badge)

White Shirt

School Tie

Black or dark grey trousers

Black shoes of plain leather type

Black or grey socks

Black or grey pullover (optional)

House badge (the first badge is provided by the school once pupils start)

PE kit

PE Kit 2025

For Y7 2025 onwards

PE / Games Kit:

PE and Games top (badged, maroon, lightweight new style)
Black plain shorts* (not shiny finish)
Plain black football socks
White plain ankle socks / trainer lines
Black plain swimming shorts
Football or rugby boots
Trainers (non marking soles)

Optional extras:

Plain black tracksuit bottoms*
Badged quarter zip top
Cricketers will require whites for matches if selected for the school team

*Plain, unbranded items, school logo items or branded items are all acceptable.

For Y8-11 2025

Although you may wish to purchase new kit if your child outgrows existing kit, there is no need to purchase new items for 2025 - all ‘old style’ kit will remain acceptable for the academic year 2025 - 26.

If you are buying new kit, there is no longer a requirement for white shorts, the PE vest, the traditional heavyweight rugby shirt or branded school logo socks.

There will be no different shirt for teams (with the exception of cricket, where pupils may wear whites for school matches).

Equipment

As well as their uniform and PE kit, students should ensure they have the right equipment with them to participate fully in all of their subjects.

Students will need:

A well-stocked pencil case include the following items:

Pens (Black or Blue)
Pencils
Ruler
Pencil sharpener
Eraser
Glue stick
Coloured pencils

A reusable water bottle which can be filled up from the drinking fountain at school

A scientific calculator for Maths and Science lessons

A geometry set for Maths lessons

Headphones for Performing Arts

An apron for Art and Technology lessons

A French dictionary for French lessons

Many of these items can be purchased through the school office.

Appearance, Dress Code and Other Items

Coats

Outer coats should not be expensive fashion garments or bulky ski-type jackets. They should be in plain, sober colours, and thin enough to be rolled up small for storage during the day. Hooded tops are not allowed in school.

Jewllery and Make-Up

For health and safety reasons, students are not permitted to wear jewellery of any kind. Make-up, nail varnish or body piercings are not allowed.

Hair

Extreme hairstyles are not permitted, either in terms of shape, length, or colour. Hair should be no shorter than a no. 2 cut. Long hair needs to be tied back for practical lessons. Heads of year will judge what is considered extreme.

Valuable Items

Students should not bring in valuable items such as smart watches, air pods or other technology. The school cannot accept responsability for such items. Mobile phones need to be switched off and should not used during the school day.

Bicycles

Students intending to travel to school by bicycle should wear appropriate safety equipment and ensure that their bicycle is in full working order, fitted with both front and rear brakes. E-bikes should not be used to travel to and from school.