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Uniform

Our uniform is an important aspect of our identity as a school and an outward indication of the pride students feel for themselves and their school.   Our uniform reflects the standards of dress expected in professional environments and reflects the high expectations culture of our school. All pupils should come to school every day in neat and clean uniform. The support of parents in ensuring this is essential.

On PE days, students are expected to bring in their school PE kit.

What school uniform items do I need?

Details of our school uniform requirements are below. You may wish to use this as a tick list to ensure you have all the items you need. Between April (following the Easter holiday) and October (up to the October half term) students do not need to wear a jumper or tank top.

Click to download our Uniform Checklist

Are there any school uniform regulations?

Yes. The below table clearly sets out our uniform expectations for every student.

Year 7 - 11 Uniform Expectations

Uniform items are expected to be worn with no personalisation or alterations.

Haggerston Blazer (compulsory branded item)

To be worn at all times unless permission given by a member of staff

School issued badges only

Haggerston Skirt/ Haggerston Trousers or  Haggerston Salwar Kameez (compulsory non-branded item)

Skirts must be worn to at least the knee 

Belts: Plain black belt. Belt buckles should not be oversized or emblazoned with logos. Belts are to be worn to ensure trousers are worn correctly - no underwear should be shown in any circumstance

Plain white school shirt with revere collar or plain white school shirt with collar (compulsory non-branded items)

Short or long sleeves are acceptable

No T-shirts to be visible under shirts
Haggerston Tie (compulsory branded item for boys only) Tie should be worn to the waistband, in line with smart, formal dress

Haggerston Jumper or Haggerston Tank Top (compulsory branded item)

To be worn in the building at all times unless permission given by a member of staff. Not required as part of ‘summer uniform’ from Easter onwards

Headscarf (if worn - non-compulsory non-branded item)

Plain, dark colours 

Plain, flat, polishable black shoes (compulsory non-branded items)

Plain black leather school shoes, providing adequate protection and support (no casuals, fabric, canvas, trainers, sandals, pumps, ‘work’ type shoes e.g. Doctor Martens, high heels, boots (including ankle boots), coloured laces, coloured stitching)

Grey/Black socks or black tights (compulsory non-branded items)

Plain ankle or knee high socks only

Tights should be opaque

Rucksack (compulsory non-branded items) or Haggerston branded school bag 

Suitable for carrying A4 books/folders

Jewellery 

One pair of earrings only

One nose stud is allowed

Maximum 5mm diameter

A single necklace or bracelet for religious reasons

Make-up and nail varnish

Make-up: To be modest and discreet (no lipstick, false eyelashes, acrylic or painted nails)

No extreme hair colours

Haggerston School adopts the Halo code 

No large headwear items, unless for religious reasons

Warm, weatherproof outdoor coat

Hat and gloves

No hoodies/sports tops

No offensive logos

Beanie style hats only or Haggerston branded hat

 

Where can I buy school uniform from?

The below tables show you which pieces of uniform you can buy from our uniform supplier, Crossbow Schoolwear and which items can be purchased from any retailer.

Crossbow Schoolwear is located at 31 Broadway Market, London, E8 4PH. You can also contact the shop by phoning them on 020 7923 9313 or you can visit their website here.

Uniform Item Available from Schoolwear Available from any retailer
Blazer X  
Skirt / Trousers / Salwar Kameez X  
Blouse / Shirt X X
Tie X  
Jumper / Tank top X  
Headscarf (if worn) X X
Shoes   X
Socks / Tights   X
Rucksack X X
Coat   X
Hat and gloves   X
PE Tracksuit X  
PE Polo top X  
PE Shorts X  
PE Socks X  
PE Trainers / Astroturf shoes   X
PE bag X  

What equipment do I need?

Students are also expected to bring the following equipment with them so that they are ready to learn and able to take responsibility for their belongings:

Pencil Case, Black/Blue Pen, Green Pen, Whiteboard Pen, Pencil, Ruler, Rubber, Sharpener, Calculator, Protractor, School Planner, Reading book.

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How can I get support with obtaining school uniform?

Our main school reception have a good range of hand-me-down uniforms, including blazers, trousers, skirts, jumpers, shirts and PE kits. If you need any items, please email haggerstonschool@haggerston.hackney.sch.uk.  Should you wish to make a donation of your child’s old school uniform please make arrangements with the main school office.

Can I get a School Clothing Grant?

To qualify for this grant your child must be starting Year 7 from September.  You must also be a Hackney resident and getting one of the benefits below:

  • Income support
  • Income-based jobseeker’s allowance
  • Child tax credit, and getting no more than £16,190 a year
  • Working tax credit, getting no more than £16,190 a year
  • Guarantee element of pension credit, or
  • Income-related employment and support allowance
  • Universal Credit with a net earnings threshold of £15,400 a year

You can apply from May onwards after you receive the secondary school offer letter from Hackney Education's Admissions Team. Your application will normally be processed in May/June. The grant is £100 Clothing vouchers which can be exchanged for school uniform at London shops that take part in the scheme. A list of shops will be sent to you with the confirmation letter telling you when to collect your vouchers. To apply, complete the online form which can be found here.