We are committed to ensuring students arrive properly dressed and fully equipped each day to ensure they are ready to learn from the outset, reducing difficult conversations and disruption.

There are several reasons why we place such emphasis on uniform and equipment.

• It projects a professional image of the school, promoting a strong sense of identity.
• It supports a culture of high expectations by reinforcing structure, routine, and pride in personal presentation—habits that often translate into improved behaviour and focus.
• Uniform reduces visible signs of economic or social differences, helping to creating a level playing field and reduce peer pressure related to brand competition or trends, promoting equality.
• Everyone wearing the same uniform foster cohesion and a wider sense of belonging.
• In uniform, students are more easily identifiable, supporting safeguarding.
• Having the right equipment builds independence, personal responsibility, and organisation, which are all key skills for learning.
• Readiness to learn helps to prevent delayed lesson starts and minimises disruption caused by students not having the necessary equipment.

Our uniform and equipment expectations are outlined below. All items are required unless stated as optional. 

ITEM	HOW WORN
2 black pens, 2 green pens, pencil, ruler, rubber, highlighter, whiteboard dry wipe marker, and a scientific calculator	Kept in a clear or tinted pencil case. Scientific calculator should be stored in a bag. Scissors, sharpeners, or compasses must not be brought into school—teachers will provide these in class as necessary.
A glue stick and a pack of pencil crayons (optional)	Kept in a clear or tinted pencil case, or a bag.
Sturdy school bag big enough to carry an A4 folder	Over the shoulder(s).
Blazer (Branded)	Worn at all times unless permitted to remove (e.g. in the warmer months). Must be carried if removed. Sleeves are to be rolled down. Only school-issued stickers or badges can be worn on the lapels.
White shirt	Top button fastened, tucked in at all times. No adaptations (e.g. bobbles or safety pins).
Trousers	Plain, black, tailored, worn at the waistband. A plain black belt can be worn. No leggings or fashion styles (high-waisted, tight-fit, wide-leg/culottes, cropped, flares).
Bedford tartan skirt (Branded)	Worn to manufacturer’s length. Not folded. No belts or bobbles.
School tie (Branded)	Worn to appropriate length with emblem visible below the knot.
School jumper (Optional)	Grey V-neck (purchased from school suppliers) to provide an additional layer. Not a replacement for a blazer.
Socks	Plain black, grey, or white. No logos, bows, or fluffy/cosy socks.
Tights	Black, opaque, without patterns or rips. Black ankle socks may be worn over tights to provide an additional layer.
Black shoes	Sturdy, black, polishable, weather-proof, low heel. No boots, trainers, canvas, suede, or ballerina shoes.
Hairstyles and headwear	Natural colour and style (no extreme cuts or shaved designs). Hair tied back in practical lessons. Only black, grey, or red bobbles and grips are allowed (no fashion clips, bows or ribbons).
Nails	Short, natural coloured. No false nails, nail extensions, or bright nail varnish.
Eyelashes	Natural only. No mascara or false eyelashes.
Make-up	Must be discreet and natural. No excessive make-up or lip gloss.
Jewellery	One small gold/silver stud per earlobe, one wristwatch. No smartwatches, necklaces, bracelets (unless medical), rings, or other piercings. No plasters/clear retainers for fresh piercings.
Coats, scarves and gloves	Worn outside or in a designated corridor area near external doors (to put on or remove). Students must not loiter in designated areas. Coats must be worn over blazers. No hoodies, non-school jumpers, hats, scarves, or gloves indoors.
Mobile phones	Not allowed. From September 2025: must be handed in at form time and collected at end of day.
Head phones and Air pods	Not permitted.

All students are expected to attend in full, correct uniform. While we value communication from parents/carers, notes or messages will not be accepted as justification for incorrect uniform.

If there is any uncertainty, parents/carers are encouraged to email uniform@eltonhigh.bury.sch.uk before making a purchase or decision.

The school reserves the right to make the final decision on what is deemed acceptable, including make-up and hairstyles.

 

 

PE Kit

PE kit can be ordered online from SK Kits or by visiting the shop on Market Street, Tottington.

http://www.skkits.co.uk/elton-high-school/

Please direct any queries to SK Kits on 07960137232 or via email: ianssen@aol.com

• Black and green shorts
• Black and green t-shirt with badge
• Emerald green socks
• Trainers
• Shin pads
• Football boots
• Hair bobble

Pre-loved School Uniform Items

Pre-loved school uniform items, especially branded uniform, can be purchased via IpayImpact. Once purchased, items can be collected the next morning from the Ready Room. 

Security of Possessions

The School cannot guarantee the safety of personal property that has been confiscated.  Occasionally students lose or mislay their belongings.  All clothes and personal property should be marked with the student’s name.

To ensure their safety, students’ bags may be locked in classrooms during the lunch period, and not left unattended in other areas.  Expensive clothes or shoes and valuable items of any kind should not be brought to School; these include mobile phones, jewellery, radios, electronic games, cameras and iPod’s.  Money carried should be in the smallest amounts possible and should not be left in bags or cloakrooms.   The School is not financially liable for any item of property that may go missing.   For a relatively small amount of money, up to £1,000 of insurance cover for clothes and other possessions outside the home, may be added to the standard house contents insurance policy.