Required branded items: 

• St John’s blazer        
• St John’s clip-on tie
• St John’s PE polo shirt
• St John’s PE shorts or skort

Branded items can be purchased from our uniform supplier, PMG Schoolwear, either online at www.pmgschoolwear.co.uk or by appointment at their showroom: 8 Regal Way, Faringdon, Oxon, SN7 7BX (01895 809321). All other uniform items may be purchased from supermarkets or high-street retailers.

Daily Uniform

Upper Body:

• Blazer: St John’s blazer with badge
  Must be worn at all times unless directed otherwise.
• Shirt: Plain white, long or short-sleeved
  Must be tucked in. No logos, fitted or stretchy styles.
• Tie: St John’s clip-on tie
  Must be worn properly and clipped at the collar.
• Optional Jumper: St John’s V-neck jumper
  Must be worn under the blazer, not instead of it.

Lower Body:

• Trousers: Plain black, tailored school trousers
  No skinny-fit, cropped, cargo, jeggings, or jeans.
• Skirt: Black pleated skirt
  Must be an appropriate length for school and worn as designed, not rolled or tight-fitting.
• Shorts: Tailored black school shorts
  May be worn all year. No sports shorts or casual styles.
• Tights: Plain black
  If worn, they must be plain, non-patterned, and suitable for school uniform.
• Socks: Plain black; small logos are acceptable.

No trainer socks

Footwear:

• Shoes: Plain black, polishable, leather or leather-look
  Smart black boots are permitted if ankle-height or below and meet the above criteria. No canvas, coloured soles/trims, sandals, backless, heeled, or fashion shoes.

Outerwear and Bags:

• Coat: Plain, waterproof coat
  No hoodies, denim, leather, large branding, or over-the-head styles.
• Bag: Rucksack-style, able to hold A4 books/folders
  Handbags or small fashion bags are not permitted.

PE Kit (Worn all day on PE days):

• Top: St John’s PE polo shirt
• Bottoms: St John’s PE shorts or skort
• Socks: St John’s sports socks or plain black sports socks
• Shoes: Supportive sports trainers

Optional PE Layers:

• St John’s quarter-zip top
• Plain black fleece or black tracksuit top
  No hoods, large logos, or coloured designs.

Appearance Standards

• Hair: Must be natural in colour and style
  No shaved patterns, unnatural colours or extreme styles.
• Headscarves: Plain in colour, worn for religious observance only
  No logos, patterns, or fashion scarves.
• Jewellery (KS3): Up to two small ear studs per ear
  No rings, bracelets, necklaces, other piercings, or stretchers.
• Makeup: Any makeup worn must be very minimal and subtle
  Light foundation may be worn. No false eyelashes, false nails, nail varnish, heavy makeup, contouring, or coloured lipstick.
• Outdoor Wear: Coats, scarves, gloves, and hats Must be removed indoors
• Summer Uniform Adjustments: During periods of sustained hot weather, the school may allow blazers and ties to be removed. In cases of extreme heat, students may be permitted to wear their full PE kit instead of regular uniform. *Advance notice will always be given to families

Equipment

Students should have a pencil case containing at least 2 pencils, 2 pens, a 30cm ruler, 2 whiteboard pens, and a scientific calculator, as well as a reading book. A school shop is available where these items can be purchased. All other equipment will be provided by the school.

Uniform Support: If you have any questions or need support with uniform, please don’t hesitate to contact the school office. All conversations will be handled with sensitivity and confidentiality.

If you are ever unsure whether an item meets our uniform expectations, please check with the school before purchasing or wearing it.