Uniform

Promoting Pride and Community

Our school uniform principles priortise fostering a sense of pride and community among students.  By adhering to uniform guidelines, students develop a shared identity and a sense of belonging to our school community. This unity contributes to a positive school environment where students feel connected and invested in their academic, spiritual and social development.

Commitment to Inclusion

Our uniform principles are aligned with our commitment to inclusivity. By establishing clear guidelines that apply equitably to all students, regardless of background or circumstance, we foster a sense of equality and belonging within our school communities. Additionally, the uniform policy is implemented sensitively, considering the diverse needs and protected characteristics of our students as outlined by the Equalities Act 2010 and incorporating statutory guidance from the DfE cost of school uniforms document. 

Limited compulsory items of uniform should be purchased from our suppliers, Stevensons of St Albans via their online shop.

https://www.stevensons.co.uk/school-finder/st-michaels-catholic-high-school-garston

Uniform requirements are the same for both summer and winter.

BOYS 

  • Regulation school tie.
  • Regulation black blazer with integral badge.
  • Black trousers.
  • Plain white shirt. T-shirts should not be worn underneath.
  • Plain black v-neck pullover /Black v-neck with school trim is optional
  • Sturdy BLACK leather / faux leather shoes. Boots, Vans or black trainers of any kind are not permitted.
  • Plain black socks.

 PE

  • Regulation reversible Rugby Top
  • Regulation Polo shirt

Outdoor wear: Plain dark blue or black raincoats or overcoats, suitable for prevailing weather conditions. This must be removed on entering the school building.

Permitted Jewellery and haircuts:

  • ONE simple finger ring.
  • ONE religious medal or cross and chain.
  • Boys are permitted to wear a small stud earring in their lower ear lobe. No nor piercings of any other kind will be permitted. Any student who attempts to do so will be asked to remove it. If a student is unable or unwilling to remove the piercing they will be taken off timetable and put in isoltation.
  • Boys haircuts must be appropriate for school e.g. no tracks, no boys long hair over the collar, no tramlines, no haircut less than grade 3 on top, not shaved on the side and no abrupt changes to the length of hair. Hair should not be coloured.

GIRLS

  • Regulation black blazer with integral badge.
  • Black trousers made from suit style material, no denim, chinos, leggings, skinny style trousers, shiny fabric etc. will be permitted.
  • Knee-length kilt in ramsay blue/black/white tartan - if choosing not to wear trousers.
  • Plain white blouse with pressed-back reveres. T-shirts should not be worn underneath.
  • Plain black v-neck pullover/ Black v-neck with school trim is optional.
  • Sturdy BLACK shoes with low heels. Students must not wear boots, Vans or trainers of any type.
  • Black tights.  Thicker black tights may be worn for extra warmth in the winter. Plain black ankle socks may be worn during the summer term.

Outdoor wear: Plain dark blue or black raincoats or overcoats, suitable for prevailing weather conditions. This must be removed on entering the school building.

Permitted Jewellery and haircuts:

  • ONE pair of small stud earrings (in the lower ear lobe). Girls may not wear piercings of any other kind; any student who attempts to do so will be asked to remove it. If a student is unable or unwilling to remove the piercing they will be taken off timetable and put in isoltation.
  • ONE simple finger ring
  • ONE religious medal or cross and chain
  • Girls haircuts must be appropriate for school and not coloured.
  • Painted or false fingernails are not permitted.

  • PE

  • Regulation Sports Leggings
  • Regulation Polo shirt

DJ Uniforms supply our PE Kit and further details can be found via link below:-

St-Michael-Leaflet-260602-121059-1.pdf

Parental Support and Student Presentation

Parents play a crucial role in ensuring that students are neatly presented at all times, adhering to guidelines such as tucking in shirts. This collaboration between parents and the school reinforces the importance of personal responsibility and self-discipline in maintaining high standards of appearance and behaviour, both within and beyond the school premises.

Diocese-of-Westminster-Academy-Trust-Uniform-Principles-May-2026-update-1-2.pdf