Uniform
Just as in the workplace, wearing the Maidenhill uniform shows commitment to the organisation, its values and its ethos
Maidenhill specific Uniform can be purchased from
Bateman's Sports
2 Kendrick Street
Stroud
GL5 1 AB
(01453 764320)
Uniform Expectations
Blazer with Learning Community embroidered badge
All students are required to wear the Maidenhill School blazer which is available from Batemans, Stroud. Any new blazers bought will need to have the colour of the student's learning community on their lapel. The uniform shop will do this as part of the price of the blazer. Students are NOT expected to buy new ones, but when a new blazer is purchased, it should conform to this new design. The uniform shop is happy to embroider the learning community badge onto the lapel of any current blazer, free of charge.
Tie
All students are required to wear a Maidenhill clip-on tie
Shirts or blouses
Should be plain, white, without logos and with sleeves and a conventional collar. Shirts must be worn tucked in at all times. Polo shirts are not permitted. Vests / t-shirts under shirts should be plain white and not visible.
Maidenhill pullovers
Though not compulsory, pullovers are badged and available from Batemans, Stroud. As an alternative to the branded pullover, a smart, plain black v-neck pullover can be worn. Other jumpers, sweatshirts, hoodies or zipped tops are not permitted on school site.
Maidenhill cardigan
Though not compulsory, cardigans are badged and available from Batemans, Stroud.
Skirts
The only skirts that may be worn are 2 styles available from Bateman's, Stroud. These are plain black and are embroidered with the school logo. They should be no more than 5 cm above the knee.
Trousers
Plain black, smart, tailored trousers with a plain black, simple belt, if needed. The school provides examples of acceptable styles (see download below).
Please note that the following are NOT school uniform: patterned trousers, jeans, chinos, corduroys, leggings, jeggings, treggings, cropped, stretchy, tight-fitting, skinny leg or other fashion trousers.
Shoes
Shoes should be black, plain and smart with no logos and appropriate for all weather. Shoes should have a heel of sensible size to prevent accidents, particularly on staircases and in DT/science classrooms. Boots are not permitted. Any trainer type shoe should be completely black.
Socks
Socks should be plain white or plain black.
Tights
Plain, black or natural colour tights only. Socks should not be worn with tights.
Jewellery
Jewllery is not permitted, except a single stud or sleeper in each earlobe. Facial piercings are not acceptable.
Make-up
Must be discreet. Requests to ‘tone down’ should be responded to immediately. Only clear nail varnish is permitted.
Hair
No extreme styles. Only natural colours. Long hair will need to be tied back for health and safety reasons in certain subjects. Hair bands and ties should be discreet.
Outdoor garments e.g.hats, coats, scarves, gloves
These must be removed inside the school buildings.
Hoodies
Hoodies are not permitted to be worn on the school premises.
Summer Weather
The school blazer is a compulsory part of the school uniform throughout the year and must be worn to school every day. However, when the weather becomes very hot, permission may be given to allow students to carry the blazer. It should never be put in a bag.
Shorts (optional)
Tailored black, embroidered shorts are available from Bateman's, Stroud. These may only be worn in Term 6.
PE Kit
See download below for expectations regarding PE kit.
* Please note: The Head Teacher's ruling on matters regarding uniform is final
A detailed description of school uniform requirements is available to download below
