Uniform List 2024-25
The College has its own uniform and PE kit which has been selected so that students will feel part of the College community. Items of clothing have been chosen carefully so that they are not unduly expensive and are smart. It is the policy of the College that uniforms should be worn by all students in all year groups. This is because personal presentation is important in the world of work and we want to make sure that our students develop a sense of pride in how they are turned out. We would advise that all items of clothing are clearly marked with your child’s name.
| Compulsory Main Uniform | Optional Main Uniform |
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Blazer – French navy with SJP logo |
Embroidered pupil initials in white on PE items/bag |
| Jumper –Navy with SJP Logo (compulsory from the beginning of September onwards unless advised otherwise) (a sleeveless version is also available) | |
| Shirt – Light blue (short or long-sleeved) | |
| Blouse – Light blue revere collar blouse (short or long-sleeved) | |
| Tie – SJP clip-on tie (navy/silver stripe) | |
| Skirt - Checked skirt (Bedford Check) or trousers (black). The skirt must be worn to knee length | |
| Trousers – black | |
| Socks - black | |
| Tights & Socks – Navy or black plain tights (not patterned). Knee-length or mid-length Socks plain navy socks. (Navy ankle socks may be worn as part of the summer uniform) | |
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Shoes – Plain black – without logos or accessories |
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| College Bag – An SJP College bag is compulsory for Years 7-11 students. There are four styles of SJP bag, available in the following styles; satchel, rucksack, sports bag, drawstring. The bags will be personalised by our suppliers. | |
During cold or inclement weather pupils are advised to wear a suitable coat for school. Tracksuit tops or hooded sweatshirt tops are not allowed to be worn whilst pupils travel to or from the College. A coat must not be worn as a substitute for a blazer, but can be worn on top. A blazer is a compulsory part of the uniform and as such must always be worn, including in and around the building, when the coat is removed.
If any part of the uniform is missing, a note to explain why must be provided from home. Failure to do so will result in detention.
PE Kit
| Compulsory PE Kit List | Optional PE Kit List |
| Aptus Essentials 1/4 Zip Training Top | Aptus Essentials SJP leggings |
| Aptus Essentials Polo Shirt | Aptus Essentials SJP training pants |
| Aptus Essentials Training Shorts | Separate bag for PE kit (SJP College Bag) |
| Contrast sports socks and plain white ankle socks | Gum shield |
| Predominantly white or black sports trainers | |
| Football boots for football and rugby lessons | |
| Shin pads for football lessons |
*In the interest of health and safety, students will not be permitted to wear pump style footwear. Pumps, canvas style shoes, Converse, Vans and High Tops are not acceptable and must not be brought to lessons.
*Students are strongly advised to purchase and wear a gum shield when participating in activities such as rugby. When PE kit is brought into school, it must be carried in a school bag.
PE Kit
Hair & Make-up
Students are expected to wear hair in a neat and acceptable style. Hair must be of one colour and natural in appearance. Hairstyles judged to be extreme by the Headteacher are not permitted. Hair fashion accessories must be kept to a minimum and must be navy or black. Holiday ‘braids’ are not permissible. Lines or ‘parts’ are not allowed.
We recognise and understand that young people want to wear some make-up: it shows they are taking pride in their appearance. For students in Years 7, 8 and 9, make-up is not permitted.
For Students in Year 10 onwards, discreet and business-like, natural looking make-up is permissible. However, eye shadow, eyeliner, false eyelashes, lipstick, nail varnish and acrylic nails are not permitted. Excessive or inappropriate make-up is not acceptable. The school will insist that make-up is removed if it is felt that this privilege is being abused. We all want and expect a common sense and mature approach on this issue, which has been evidenced through the pupil voice we have gathered and used to shape this policy. Students who do not conform to the College uniform and appearance policy will be sanctioned in line with our Behaviour Policy.
The Headteacher reserves the right to make the final decision on what is or what is not appropriate.
Jewellery
For health and safety reasons, apart from watches, jewellery including rings, bracelets, earrings (including clear studs) and necklaces must not be worn. Studs in other parts of the ear, eyebrow, tongue, nose, lips, navel or any other body piercing is not permitted. Students will be asked to remove them whilst at school. This is because of the potential risk of accidental damage from the wearing of such items and they will be confiscated. We will not accept that jewellery has to be kept in on medical grounds. We would recommend any piercings are done at the start of a holiday period to ensure that they can be removed on return to school. Our advice is that the pierced hole can remain open during the school day without any adverse effects. Confiscated items can be collected from our college reception by the student at the end of the day on Friday.
Mobile Phones
We advise that students do not bring mobile phones into the College. However, we do recognise that some parents may wish their child to have a mobile phone with them as they travel to and from school. Any mobile phones brought in should be both switched off as they enter the school premises and put away until they have left the premises. We do not take any responsibility for loss of or damage to mobile phones. Inappropriate use of phones in school will result in confiscation without notice. Parents will be notified via an Arbor message. Phones may subsequently only be obtained by parents/carers from our College reception.
Should a pupil present as a persistent concern regarding phone usage in school, the Headteacher reserves the right to insist that pupils hand their phones in to reception first thing in the morning on a daily basis, to be placed in the safe, to be collected at the end of the same day. Should you need to contact your child in an emergency, please use the main College number 0151 645 5049. Do not seek to contact your child in school directly via their mobile phone. More information can be found on the DfE website.
Personal Possessions
Whilst we will do our best to assist your child in safeguarding their property, the College does not take any responsibility for the loss of or damage to personal possessions brought on to site. Large amounts of money or items of value (including personal audio equipment such as iPads or similar devices, electronic games or jewellery) should not be brought into the College. Such items will be confiscated by staff and can be obtained by parents/carers from Reception.