Uniform, Kit & Equipment
School uniform is available to order online, directly from our supplier, SWI Schoolware Ltd. If you have any questions please do not hesitate to contact the school on 0118 901 5800 or office@highdown.reading.sch.uk.
Please ensure that EVERYTHING is named clearly.
Hats/ caps may not be worn inside school buildings.
| School Uniform | ||
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Blazer |
Black with school logo |
Compulsory - Purchase from School Supplier |
| Shirt/ Blouse | White | Compulsory |
| Trousers/ Skirt | Black | Compulsory - Purchase from School Supplier |
| Socks/ Tights |
Socks should be plain. Grey, black white or neutral tights. No fashion tights are permitted. |
Compulsory |
| Pullover/ Cardigan | Black with school logo | Optional - Purchase from School Supplier |
| Shoes | Black |
Plain black shoes that can be polished High heels, platforms, canvas pumps and trainers are not suitable for school wear Boots are not to be worn to school Students are expected to wear their plain black shoes to and from school as they are representing Highdown |
| Hairstyles | Hairstyles should be simple and not attention seeking. (Shaved patterns are not permitted) |
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| Make-up | Make-up should be inconspicuous. No nail varnish | |
| Jewellery |
Jewellery is not permitted except for single studs or sleepers (no more than one in each ear); a watch; a small ring; a small chain concealed under the shirt; a small discreet nose-stud (it will be at the Head of Achievement’s discretion as to whether it is appropriate) All jewellery must be removed for PE |
| PE Kit | ||
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PE Shirt |
With school logo |
Compulsory - Purchase from School Supplier |
| Shorts | Black with school logo | Compulsory - Purchase from School Supplier |
| Multisport Top |
With school logo |
Compulsory for outdoor sports - Purchase from School Supplier |
| Long Sports Socks | Red with school logo | Compulsory - Purchase from School Supplier |
| Tracksuit Bottoms | Black with school logo | Optional - Purchase from School Supplier |
| Sports Hoodie | With school logo | Optional - Purchase from School Supplier |
| Trainers | Compulsory - These should be fairly strong, but not too heavy or bulky. Multipurpose/cross trainers would be appropriate. | |
| Jewellery | All jewellery must be removed for PE | |
| Swimming costume and towel |
Additional when required |
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| Football boots | Additional when required | |
| Shin-pads | Compulsory - For school matches | |
| Mouth guards | Recommended - For Rugby lessons |
| Basic School Equipment for Every Lesson | ||
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Blue/black pen (and a spare one) and pencil |
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| Coloured pens/pencils | ||
| A dictionary | ||
| Ruler | ||
| Pencil sharpener/eraser | ||
| A calculator, protractor and a pair of compasses | ||
| A USB encrypted memory stick | ||
| Planner | ||
Stationery items should be kept in a clear pencil case and all equipment should be carried in a school bag.