School Uniform
View our School Uniform Policy on our Policies page.
Aims
In line with the Equality Act 2010 and the DfE School Uniform Guidance 2024, our policy aims to:
- Promote a uniform of reasonable cost that offers the best value for money for our families and is comfortable for our children to wear
- Allow for reasonable adaptations for children with identified specific needs
- Clarify our expectations for school uniform
Uniform Rationale
We at St. Cuthbertâs Catholic Primary School support the wearing of a school uniform in order to help fulfil our commitment to our faith, in particular those listed below:
- To be a Catholic community recognised by our love of God and of our neighbour
- To value and respect ourselves and all others.
- To support sustainability and is environmentally friendly (Laudato Si)
We believe wearing a uniform:
- Promotes equality of opportunity for all pupils and gives protection from social pressure to dress in a particular way.
- Helps give the children of our school a sense of identity, belonging and positive self-image
- Promotes equality and encourages social cohesion
- Is in keeping with our inclusive, purposeful learning environment and is supportive of effective learning and teaching
- Gives the school a well-respected profile and supports its Catholic, Christian ethos
- Creates a school culture of high expectations and high achievement in line with our school mission
Please let us know if providing a school uniform is a challenge for you and your family.
We are always willing and able to help.
Nearly New Uniform
Items of clean, nearly new uniform are available at the front of school, every Tuesday. Families are warmly invited to take any items, free of charge.
2YO, Nursery & Reception Uniform
White polo shirt
Royal blue jogging bottoms (black shorts in the summer – optional)
Royal blue sweatshirt top with EYFS logo
Black school shoes (with velcro) or ALL black training shoes (with velcro)
Y1 â Y6 Winter Uniform
Royal blue tartan kilt OR Black trousers
Royal blue jumper OR cardigan with school logo
White shirt & School tie or white open neck blouse
Black school shoes OR ALL black training shoes
Y1 â Y6 Summer Uniform
Royal blue gingham summer dress OR White polo shirt & black shorts
Royal blue jumper OR cardigan with school logo
Black school shoes OR ALL black training shoes
PE Kit
Black shorts
Royal Blue T-shirt with school logo
Black tracksuit jacket with school logo (optional)
Black tracksuit trousers (optional)
Training shoes or pumps
School Coat
Black coat with school logo (optional)
Jewellery
For health and safety reasons, jewellery is strongly discouraged in school. Items worn during the school day can present risks during play, physical activity and general movement around the building.
If a child attends school wearing earrings, they will be offered microporous tape (breathable and lowâallergy) to cover them. This reduces the likelihood of accidental injury while ensuring pupils remain safe and comfortable.
We recognise that jewellery may hold cultural, racial or religious significance. In these circumstances, we will respond sensitively and work with families to find reasonable solutions that respect individual needs without compromising safety, safeguarding or discipline. This balanced approach reflects our commitment to inclusion and our responsibility to maintain a safe environment for all pupils.
Watches and Smart Watches
Children may wear standard watches to support independence and timeâkeeping.
However, in line with our safeguarding systems and procedures, Smart Watches are not permitted. These devices can:
- Capture images or recordings
- Access messaging or internet functions
- Distract pupils from learning
- Present safeguarding risks within school
This rule ensures that all pupils remain safe, focused and protected throughout the school day.
Swimming
Year 6 children access swimming lessons throughout the school year as part of our statutory PE curriculum. Swimming is an essential life skill and forms a key element of our commitment to ensuring all children develop confidence, competence and safety in the water.
To participate safely, pupils must bring:
- An appropriate swimming costume
- A towel
- A swimming cap (required for all pupils)
- Goggles, where appropriate
If a child attends school without the correct swimming kit, we will contact parents/carers and ask that arrangements are made to ensure the required items are brought to school.
PE and swimming are compulsory curriculum areas. If children are voluntarily withdrawn from PE or swimming, it may be very difficult to make alternative supervision arrangements, and this may impact their access to statutory learning.
We work closely with families to ensure that all pupils can take part fully, safely and confidently. If you have any concerns about your childâs participation or require support with kit, please contact school so that we can help.
Indoor PE Lessons
Indoor PE Footwear For all indoor PE lessons, children participate in bare feet to ensure a secure grip on both the floor and apparatus, supporting safe movement and effective skill development. Pumps may be worn only where a medical need has been identified and school has been formally notified by parents or carers.
School Uniform Grants
Unfortunately Liverpool City Council can no longer offer grants towards school uniform.
Purchasing School Uniform
General items of school uniform that do not require the school logo can be purchased more widely, including from local supermarkets and discount clothing retailers. These options offer families good value while still meeting our uniform expectations.
School Uniform can be purchased at:
Purchasing of School PE kits & School Coats:
skiequip.co.uk
Email: enquiries@skiequip.co.uk
Telephone: 08009702192