Uniform
At Gillingham School, we place great importance on school uniform as a means of fostering a strong sense of community, identity, and pride. Our uniform policy reflects the values and culture of our school and supports a positive learning environment.
- The uniform policy applies to students in Years 7–11, with a separate dress code in place for Sixth Form students.
- Ties and badges can be purchased from the school library
In cases of financial hardship, please contact the relevant Head of Year
From September 2026, the UK government regulations mandated that secondary schools limit compulsory branded uniform items to a maximum of three, plus a branded tie.
PE Uniform Standards & September 2026 Year 7 only amendments
School Uniform
All pupils must have:
- School tie
- Blue formal shirt with collar
- Navy blue jumper or cardigan with embroidered school logo; school blazer optional
- Black tailored school trousers, flared black leggings/trousers or Navy-blue pleated skirt worn knee-length
- Dark charcoal or black socks or tights
- Plain black footwear with no logos
During periods of particularly hot weather, students may be permitted to wear tailored black shorts. This decision will be made by the school based on weather conditions, with parents notified accordingly.
September 2026: Years 8-11 PE Uniform
We have updated our PE Uniform. However, we do not expect families to replace the current PE Uniform until it has either been outgrown or needs replacing. There will be a transitional period as we move to the unisex style.
All pupils must have:
- Plain navy stadium pants, open hem
- Navy PE polo shirt heat transfer print school logo
- Navy 1/4 zip sweatshirt embroidered school logo
- Trainers predominately dark, no brand logos
Students will change into this kit for PE lessons and clubs. If they have a lunchtime sports club, they can remain in their kit for lesson 5 if they choose.
During PE lessons, students may remove the plain navy stadium pants (open hem) and wear either navy plain shorts or a skort.
It is essential that all students wear the appropriate kit for the activity they are participating in
Compulsory additional kit
- Shinpads/gum shield
- Plain navy shorts or skort
- Short white socks
Footwear
- Trainers
- Boys: boots for rugby / football, but can also be used for cross country
- Girls: due to access to facilities, football and rugby will be taught on the Astro so boots will not be required for these activities though can be used for cross country
Seasonal option
Hat, gloves and a base layer for cold weather
- PE Uniform is to be plain in colour as stated, and have no logos, stripes or branding. We want to reduce the pressure and cost of wearing branded garments.
- Students should wear appropriate attire, and adhere to Health & Safety in Physical Education remove jewellery, tie back long hair, and ensure footwear provides adequate support.
September 2026: Year 7 only amendments
For Year 7 students starting in September 2026, the above school uniform code applies for all non-PE days. However, on days students have PE timetabled, we are trialling a new system. This means students will be permitted to wear the new unisex PE Uniform to school and throughout the day if they choose.
The PE Uniform for Year 7 is as follows:
- Plain navy stadium pants (open hem)
- Navy PE polo shirt with embroidered or heat-transfer printed school logo
- Navy ¼ zip sweatshirt with embroidered school logo
- Trainers predominately dark, no brand logos
Any PE Uniform that differs from the above will not be permitted. Students must wear their PE Uniform smartly throughout all lessons.
Should your child be uncomfortable staying in the PE Uniform that they have exercised in for the rest of the day, or in periods of wet weather, they will be required either to bring in school uniform to change in to, or have secondary clean PE Uniform which meets the above standard.
Sixth Form dress code
Our Sixth Form are role models in our school. Their dress should reflect their position in the school and the responsibility that comes with this.