Dothill Primary School

Uniform 

We take pride in our school uniform and appreciate your support in ensuring that all children attend school dressed appropriately.  Our school uniform consists of the following:

• Royal blue cardigan, sweatshirt, sweat-cardi, or fleece jacket (please note: not navy blue)
• Grey or black skirt or pinafore dress
• Black or grey trousers or shorts
• Pale blue shirt, blouse, or polo shirt
• Blue and white gingham dress (for summer wear)
• Plain black school shoes with black soles (see additional guidance below)
• Hair decorations should be small and discreet

Uniform items bearing the school logo, such as sweatshirts, polo shirts, fleece jackets, and coats, can be purchased from our uniform supplier: Baker and Son Schoolwear, New Row, Wellington, TF1 1LU.  Visit their website: Baker and Son website

Alternatively, plain items in the appropriate colours may be purchased from local retailers.

Shoes and Boots
To ensure safety, comfort, and consistency with our school uniform, please follow the guidance below regarding smart and practical footwear:
• Children should wear plain black outdoor shoes with black soles.
• Shoes must be sensible and safe—no high heels, deep treads, flashing lights, or decorative features.
• Velcro fasteners are preferred, as they are easier and quicker for children to manage independently.
• If your child wears lace-up shoes, please ensure they are able to tie their own laces.
• If choosing sandals, they must be plain, secure, and safe for school use.
• During the winter months, children may wear plain black boots with trousers only. Boots are not permitted with skirts, dresses, pinafores, or shorts.

PE Kit
All children are required to have a full PE kit and should wear it to school on their designated PE day. Details of your child’s PE day will be available on the school website or from their class teacher.  Please note, there are no PE lessons during the first week of the autumn term. The PE kit should include:

• Black tracksuit bottoms, joggers, leggings, or shorts
• Black zip-up hoodie or sweatshirt
• Pale blue PE T-shirt*
• Black or white trainers
• Black, white, or grey socks
All items should be completely plain, with no logos, designs, or decorations.
*The pale blue PE T-shirt with the Dothill logo is available from our uniform supplier, Baker and Son Schoolwear (please see link above). It is a high-quality, silky-feel shirt similar to a football top. Alternatively, a plain pale blue T-shirt from a local store is also acceptable. Please do not use a regular school polo shirt with a collar as part of the PE uniform.

Recycled Uniform
We are pleased to offer a recycled uniform shop within school. A wide range of items is available, from coats and shoes to dresses and T-shirts, and families are very welcome to take what they need. In return, we kindly ask that you consider donating clean, good-quality uniform that your child has outgrown. This helps us support one another and ensures that all children have access to appropriate school clothing.
Thank you for contributing to this valuable initiative.

EYFS Outdoor and Messy Clothing
All children in EYFS are required to have suitable clothing for outdoor, messy, and wet play. This includes:
• Waterproof trousers and jacket
• Gloves and a hat
• A pair of wellies
These items should be kept in school from Monday to Friday in a clearly named bag. Wellies should also be left in school to ensure children are always prepared for outdoor learning and play, regardless of the weather.

Labelling Clothing
To help us return lost items to their rightful owners, please ensure that all your child’s school clothing is clearly labelled with their name. Details of a recommended supplier, My Nametags, where you can purchase pre-printed name labels,
are available here:

Thank you for your support in keeping our lost property to a minimum.

School Bags
Due to limited space in our cloakroom areas, we discourage children from bringing bags to school. If a bag is necessary, we recommend using a royal blue book-bag with the school logo, which can be purchased from our uniform supplier. Children only need to bring the following items to school each day:
• A water bottle
• Their lunch (if not having a school meal)
• A snack (if not provided by school)
• Their book-bag, which will be supplied by the school once they start
Please note: Lunch and snack are provided for all children in EYFS and Key Stage 1.

Jewellery and Appearance
In the interests of health and safety, we ask that children do not wear jewellery to school. This includes items such as plastic wristbands, friendship bands, and similar accessories. We do allow children to wear a device that only tells the time/counts steps. Please note: Devices that connect to the internet or are linked to mobile phones are not permitted in school.
Children may also wear small earring studs, provided they follow these rules:
• Only one small stud per ear is allowed.
• If ears are newly pierced, earrings must be taped over with micro-pore tape (available from chemists), provided by parents.
• After the appropriate healing period (maximum 6 months), children will be expected to remove earrings for PE lessons. 
Hooped earrings are not permitted as they can pose a safety risk, especially in environments like schools. Hoop earrings can easily get caught on clothing, hair, playground equipment, or other objects. If pulled accidentally, they can cause painful injuries to the earlobe, including tearing. 

Please be aware that school cannot take responsibility for any jewellery that is removed during the school day.

In addition:
• Temporary tattoos, nail varnish, and make-up should not be worn in school.
• Hair decorations should be kept small and discreet.
Thank you for your support in helping us maintain a safe and smart school environment.