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School Uniform

Wearing the correct Kennet School uniform is mandatory for all pupils in Years 7 to 11. It fosters a sense of belonging, encourages professional appearance, and ensures readiness for each school day. Our uniform requirements support our focus on individual excellence, hard work, and determination by removing distractions. We have made several improvements to our school uniform in recent years, focusing on quality, value for money, and availability from multiple stockists.

Unbranded Uniform Items

Branded Uniform Items

All unbranded items (detailed below) are available from multiple high street retailers. 

Branded Uniform Items

Branded items are available to purchase from two suppliers:

Skoolkit logo – official uniform supplier

Order Online: Click here to purchase >>> 

Order in Person: Parkway Shopping Centre, 40 East Street,
Newbury, Berkshire RG14 1AY
Telephone: 01635 226703 
Opening Times: Mon-Sat (9am-5:30pm)

West Berkshire Clothing logo – official uniform supplier

Order Online: Click here to purchase >>> 

Order in Person: Unit 28, Kennet Centre,
Newbury RG14 5EN 
Telephone: 01635 888798
Opening Times: Mon-Fri (9am-5pm) 

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List of Years 7-11 Uniform Requirements

Main Uniform

  • Shirt: Pale blue
  • Tie* Note: Five stripes must be visible
  • Jumper: Navy blue V-neck with school badge*
  • Trousers: Navy blue (traditional style and material)
  • Skirt: Navy blue (either A line inverted pleat or pencil skirt). Note: No other styles are acceptable and must be to the knee in length)
  • Socks or Tights: Navy blue, black or white socks; Navy, black or nude tights (we recommend thicker tights in winter). Note: No white/fluffy socks over tights allowed
  • Shoes: Black - plain style, leather look (no canvas). Note: Shoes must have a low heel 
  • Shorts: Navy blue tailored shorts. Note: No other styles are acceptable, e.g. cargo shorts

PE Kit

  • Polo shirt: Navy blue with gold stripe, House stripe and school badge*
  • Long-sleeved top: Navy blue with gold stripe and school badge one side; House colour the other*
  • Shorts: Navy blue with gold stripe
  • Skort: Navy blue with gold stripe
  • Socks: Navy blue with gold stripe and school name (outdoor/winter); short white socks (indoor/summer term)
  • Footwear: Football/Rugby boots; trainers (not black-soled)
  • Base Layers: Navy blue or black (top and/or leggings)
  • Swimwear: Navy blue or black shorts/jammers (boys) or swimming costume (girls)
  • Miscellaneous: Shin pads (compulsory for football); mouth guard (optional for rugby); towel; swimming goggles; swimming hat is compulsory if the pupil has long hair; Kennet School rain jacket (optional)

* with House colour (St David House - Yellow; St Francis House - Purple; St Michael House - Red; St Patrick House - Green)

Outdoor Coats
Outdoor coats/jackets should be plain and sensible, without slogans.

Sixth Form Dress Code

Whilst not required to wear school uniform, our Sixth Form students are expected to adhere to the Sixth Form dress code, which focusses on modesty and includes:

  • Trousers including jeans except blue denim
  • Appropriate, modest-length shorts/skirt/dress
  • Smart tops/jumper/cardigan/hoodies
  • Ties (optional)
  • Shoes or trainers.

Not Acceptable Attire

  • No cropped tops (midriff - stomach should not be exposed)
  • No ripped clothing or blue denim
  • No brightly coloured shoes or trainers

If you have any queries about what is acceptable, please email: sixthform@kennetschool.co.uk

Not Permitted

  • Jewellery*
  • Heavy Make-up (including fake eyelashes)
  • Extreme hairstyles or hair colours (the school will decide what constitutes 'extreme')
  • Nail varnish/coloured or fake nails
  • Trainers, Crocs or sliders instead of school shoes** (see example >>>)
  • Smartwatches are not to be used as a communication device or worn during exams.

* The only exception is one small pair of plain ear-studs which must be removed for PE/Games.
** If worn, plimsolls will be issued.

The school cannot accept responsibility for items which go astray. It is the pupil's responsibility to look after personal property. Therefore, please ensure all uniform items, including PE kit, shoes, trainers, bags and equipment are clearly marked with your child's name so they are easily identifiable should items be mislaid.​​​​​​ Click here to order name labels >>> 

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