
Uniform

Our College Uniform
A high standard of dress is expected of all children at St. Damian's. The basic rules below are based on what is felt to be suitable and practical for a working day in College. Parents choosing St Damian's will be expected to comply with the uniform code and will be asked to sign a uniform contract.
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Leisure clothes such as trainers, boots, tee-shirts etc. are not allowed.
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No jewellery is to be worn apart from a watch, however it must not be a ‘Smart’ watch.
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Make-up, nail polish, false nails, fake tan etc. should not be worn in College.
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Outdoor coats should be Plain Black or Dark Navy (High Visibility reflectors are permitted), coats must not be worn inside the college building.
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Students are not allowed to wear hoodies in school.
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‘Cult’ and extreme hairstyles such as shaved less than a number 2, dyed hair, shaved patterns, 'skinhead', ‘mohican', ‘top knot’ etc. are not permitted. Longer hair should be tied back for practical lessons, with a plain hairband. Hair should be a natural looking colour.
*N.B. Expensive personal equipment (including mobile phones) are FORBIDDEN.
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PLEASE BE AWARE THAT NO OTHER ITEM OF UNIFORM IS REQUIRED
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​PLEASE LABEL ALL ITEMS CLEARLY – ESPECIALLY COATS/BLAZERS
Key stage 3 uniform


Key stage 4 uniform


Years 7, 8 & 9 Uniform​
Years 10 & 11 Uniform (Differences)
Item
Shirt
Jumper
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Details
White Shirt
Black jumper (compulsory)
Item
Apron
Blazer
Coat
Jumper
Shirt/Blouse
Shoes
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Skirt
Socks/Tights
Tie
Trousers
Details
White apron
Black blazer with college badge (compulsory)
Plain Black or Dark Navy (high visibility reflectors allowed)
Grey jumper with college stripes (compulsory)
Blue shirt or necked blouse/shirt
Plain black leather (leather upper) shoes only
(footwear which sits on the ankle or above is deemed unsuitable)
Black pleated, modest length (max 2 inches above the knee)
Plain black ankle socks or heavyweight plain black tights
College tie, clip-on (compulsory)
Black full-length tailored (no jeans, corduroy, PVC, leggings, etc.)
Physical Education Kit
NB: Plain sports clothing is acceptable - only ONE item with College
Logo is required for representing the college for sporting events
Item
​Astroturf Trainers/Boots
Football Socks
Polo Shirt
Shorts
Sports Bra
Sweatshirt
Tracksuit Bottoms
Training Shoes
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Details
3G Astroturf trainers/boots (team members)
Navy (optional)
White polo shirt (optional with college Logo)
Plain navy P.E. shorts (optional with college Logo)
White sports bra (as appropriate)
Navy (optional)
Navy (optional)
Standard training shoes
​School Uniform Retailers
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The college's approved style of skirt/trousers: supplied by the following stockists who can also supply other items of uniform.
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Retailer Name
M.C.S
Monkhouse College Wear
Panache
Top Marks Schoolwear
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Address
32 Market Street, Ashton-Under-Lyne OL6 6ER
27 Union Street, Oldham OL1 1XS
90 Market Street, Droylsden, Manchester M43 6DE
105 Old Street, Ashton-Under-Lyne OL6 7RL
Telephone
0161 339 9845
0161 627 0417
0161 301 5570
0161 343 2900
PLEASE LABEL ALL ITEMS CLEARLY – ESPECIALLY COATS/BLAZERS