Uniform

At Sidlesham Primary School, our uniform helps to create a sense of belonging, promotes equality and ensures that pupils are dressed practically and safely for school.

We are committed to keeping the cost of uniform reasonable. Only three branded items are required. All other items can be purchased from supermarkets, high-street shops or other retailers.

Read our full School Uniform Policy 2026/27

Required everyday uniform

Grey trousers, shorts, skirt or pinafore dress
White shirt or polo shirt
Royal-blue school jumper or cardigan with the Sidlesham logo
Plain white, grey or black socks or tights
Plain black, practical school shoes or plain black trainers

Pupils may choose whichever combination of trousers, shorts, skirts or dresses is most appropriate for them.

Optional and seasonal items

The following items are optional:

Blue and white checked summer dress
Navy waterproof coat with or without the school logo
Additional layers during particularly cold weather
Sun hat during warm weather

Families do not need to purchase different everyday uniform for different times of the year. Pupils may continue to wear grey trousers, shorts, skirts or pinafore dresses throughout the year.

Required PE kit

Technical PE top with the Sidlesham logo
Plain navy sports shorts
Plimsolls or suitable trainers
Technical PE quarter-zip top with the Sidlesham logo for outdoor PE during colder weather

The following may also be worn during colder weather:

Plain navy jogging bottoms

No additional uniform is required for particular sports, clubs or inter-school competitions. Where specialist clothing is needed, the school will provide or lend it wherever possible.

Branded and generic items

Sidlesham requires no more than three compulsory branded items:

All other uniform items may be generic and purchased from any suitable retailer.

Optional branded items, such as a school coat, are available, but families may choose an equivalent unbranded item instead.

Where to purchase uniform

Branded uniform is available from:

Game, Set and Match
Beaver Trade Park
Quarry Lane
Chichester
PO19 8NY

Visit the Game, Set and Match website

Some branded items may also be purchased directly from the school.

Generic items can be purchased from any supermarket, high-street shop or other retailer. Families are not required to purchase generic items from a particular supplier.

Second-hand uniform

Second-hand uniform is available to current and prospective families through:

PTA second-hand uniform sales held throughout the year;
the school uniform exchange;
requests made directly to the school office.

Sales and uniform-exchange opportunities will be advertised to families. Parents and carers may also contact the school office at any time to ask about available items. Requests will be handled discreetly.

Families experiencing financial difficulty are encouraged to contact the school. We will always take a supportive and sensitive approach.

Additional expectations

All clothing should be clearly labelled with the pupil’s name.
Long hair should be tied back when necessary for safety.
Hair accessories should be small and in school colours.
Small ear studs and watches may be worn but must be removed - or earrings covered with tape provided from home - for PE and swimming.
Make-up, nail varnish and artificial nails should not be worn.
Reasonable adjustments will be considered for pupils with medical, physical, sensory, religious or other individual needs. Parents and carers should contact the headteacher to discuss these.