School Uniform

Examples of acceptable and unacceptable items can be found below.

Uniform can now be ordered online by visiting https://www.conistonshop.com/Kirkby-Stephen-Grammar-School_54

There is also a local Facebook group for buying/selling/swapping uniform in the Kirkby Stephen area – https://www.facebook.com/groups/189951811103735/ – Please note that KSGS has no affiliation to the above Facebook group and provides the link for information only.

The wearing of full school uniform is expected as an integral part of the school ethos which promotes positive attitudes, high standards and a sense of personal pride.

In our view, for a school uniform to be successful it must be:

Uniform – not open to various interpretations
Distinctive and smart
Easily and readily available
Reasonably priced

Students are expected to wear the correct school uniform as listed below:

Item	Description
Blazer	Navy school blazer with badge as supplied by Coniston Corporate
Tie	Navy/Gold stripe school tie as supplied by Coniston Corporate only, must be worn at all times (with the exception of PE)
Shirt	Plain white collared shirt (not polo style) long or short sleeves
Pullover	Long-sleeved ‘V’ neck pullover with badge as supplied by Coniston Corporate (optional)
Skirt	KSGS Tartan skirt as supplied by Coniston Corporate OR navy knee-length pleated skirt
Trousers	Plain black straight tailored trousers. Trousers should not be denim, chinos, cord, ski trousers, tracksuits, lycra material, or hipster style. They must have a hem and not be frayed or have a wide/narrow bottom. Not skinny styles.
Socks/Tights	Plain black/navy. Socks/tights must be worn at all times. Socks must cover ankles (no trainer socks).
Belts	Only plain black belts are acceptable.
Shoes	Plain black shoes – NO open toe designs, trainers, pumps or canvas shoes, no stilettos, mules or sling backs. Heels must be no higher than 4cm. Proper black leather or leather-look shoes only. Trainers require a doctor’s note.
Outdoor Coats	Most forms of sensible outdoor coats (preferably dark in colour and waterproof) are acceptable. Casual leisure wear, sweatshirts, or hoodies are not acceptable as coats.

*For examples of acceptable skirts, trousers and shoes please refer to the school website: www.ksgs.cumbria.sch.uk/uniform

Item	Description
Jewellery	One wrist watch is acceptable. Students with pierced ears will be allowed to wear two plain gold/silver small studs or small sleepers, one in the lobe of each ear. Diamante, crystals, gemstones or other decorative styles are not acceptable. The stud/sleeper is to be placed in the earlobe. Nose studs, other jewellery, piercings and badges are not allowed. Items that are not acceptable will be confiscated until the end of the week when they can be collected from the school office. ALL jewellery must be removed for PE.
Hair	Students with long hair must fasten it up in D&T, Food Tech, PE and Science and sometimes Art. Extreme hairstyles will not be permitted (no hair shorter than number 2, no shapes cut into hair, no unnatural colours or unnatural combinations).
Make-up	Students are not allowed to wear make-up. Nail varnish, false nails, false eyelashes and eyebrow tints are not allowed. If students come into school wearing make-up, they will be expected to remove it.

PE Uniform

Item	Description
Footwear	Non-marking trainers and all-weather pitch shoes are required for all students. Football boots will be needed for Rugby and Football.
Polo Shirt	Yellow/navy/maroon girls or boys polo shirt (must have initials embroidered) as supplied by Coniston Corporate.
Skort/Shorts	Navy skort or navy shorts as supplied by Coniston Corporate (a skort is needed for netball).
Leggings/Joggers	KSGS navy leggings or navy joggers as supplied by Coniston Corporate or plain navy leggings/joggers (optional). Branded leggings or joggers are not allowed.
Hoody	Maroon/navy/yellow hoody as supplied by Coniston Corporate (optional for boys as it cannot be worn for Rugby).
Rugby Shirt	Maroon/navy/yellow boys rugby shirt as supplied by Coniston Corporate.
Socks	Maroon and yellow hooped socks as supplied by Coniston Corporate. White PE ankle socks (summer only).
Shin Pads	Shin pads are compulsory for football and hockey.
Jewellery	Earrings must be removed for PE and long hair must be tied up.
Towel	A towel should be brought to all PE or games lessons.
Gum Shields	It is advisable to buy gum shields for both boys and girls to wear for rugby and hockey games.
Base Layers	Base layers, white or navy, are recommended for winter.

Sixth Form

Item	Description
General Guidelines	Sensible, smart, and in line with the Sixth Form Contract.
Authority	The Head of Sixth Form and School Leadership Team have the right to veto inappropriate dress.