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.
- In cases of financial hardship, please contact the relevant Head of Year
- Ties and badges can be purchased from the school library
All pupils must have
- School tie
- Blue formal shirt with collar
- Navy blue jumper or cardigan with the embroidered school crest
- Black tailored school trousers or navy-blue pleated skirt worn knee-length*
- Dark charcoal or black socks or tights
- Plain black footwear with no logos
- Navy blue blazer for any year group –optional from September 2025
*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.
Exclusions to our uniform policy, which are not acceptable
- Jeans, chinos, cargo, cropped skinny-fit trousers, leggings, tracksuit bottoms
- Mini or tight-fitting skirts
- Hoodies or hooded garments
- Canvas, open-toed, high or wedged heel shoes
- Trainers
- Socks white or coloured
PE Kit
It is essential that all students wear the appropriate kit for the activity they are participating in
Compulsory kit
- Shinpads/gum shield
- Plain red sweatshirt or hoodie or reversible rugby top
- Plain navy tracksuit bottoms/plain navy leggings
- White polo or T shirt
- Plain navy shorts/skort
- Long red socks
- 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
Optional Hat, gloves and a base layer for cold weather
Exclusions to PE uniform Kit 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.
Health & Safety in PE Students should wear appropriate attire, remove jewellery, tie back long hair, and ensure footwear provides adequate support.
Sixth Form dress code
Our Sixth Form dress code typically requires smart business or formal attire, emphasising a professional appearance and acting as a role model for younger students.
