UNIFORM
Pre-School - Sixth Form
OUR UnIfOrM
Clifton High School is a thriving independent School positioned within Bristol’s educational marketplace. Our uniform is a key element of our brand identity, embodying our core values to express a sense of contemporary traditionalism. In essence, this unites our pupils and represents the School’s brand image within the wider community and modern world.
Our Brand
Clifton High School’s uniform is designed to distinguish us as a School, elevating our identity and our reputation. It is one that is both modern and practical, ensuring our pupils are comfortable and prepared for a dynamic approach to learning. Our uniform brand aims to:
• Retain a smart and professional appearance
• Create consistency in both formal uniform and sports kit across all the year groups from The Hive Pre-School through to Year 11.
• Maintain a strong and recognisable identity
• Support a less gender-defined approach to appearance, allowing all pupils to feel comfortable and recognised in their dress choices
• Uphold our reputation through high standards of presentation both in and out of the School grounds.
We have been thoughtful in our commitment to affordability and sustainability, assuring parents of streamlined options that enables pupils to transition easily through the School with a consistent look and feel. our values in offering a uniform that pupils can transition easily throughout the School with the same look and feel to appearance. A value for money approach is fundamental with many items, such as plain shirts and trousers, available to purchase on the high street.
Our Policy
A Clifton High School uniform is one that provides pupils with a strong sense of identity and belonging. We pride ourselves on inclusivity and believe that uniform reduces the pressures surrounding appearance, allowing pupils to focus fully on learning.
As ambassadors for the School, both on and off site, all pupils are expected to adhere to our School uniform dress code policy at all times. Please refer to our School Uniform Policy for further details.
Requests for individual uniform adjustments are reviewed on a case-by-case basis. For specific queries, please contact:
• Infant and Junior School - Mrs Alice Taylor, Head of Infant and Junior School (ataylor@cliftonhigh.co.uk)
• Senior School - Mr Luke Goodman, Deputy Head: Pastoral (lgoodman@ cliftonhigh.co.uk)
Our Brand Design
In 2023, Clifton High School launched a comprehensive rebrand that incorporated a new and thoughtfully designed uniform. Following a twoyear transition, from September 2025 all pupils are expected to wear the full rebranded uniform and sports kit.
Our rebranded School uniform and sports kit are practical, hard wearing items that are designed for longevity. The attention to detail in the design is intentional in creating a professional appearance. Brand colours are subtly incorporated and accented through linings, piping, trims, lapels and panels
resulting a truly unique look that sets us apart from neighbouring and countrywide schools; enabling us to match our positioning as a strong, independent Bristol school.
Affordability
As a School, we are mindful of the financial commitment involved in purchasing branded uniform and sports kit. Our official School uniform supplier, Schoolblazer, is renowned for their service to the education sector. They maintain high quality items at an affordable price-point, also offering discounts throughout the academic year.
To support our sustainability efforts, second-hand uniform sales are arranged regularly and communicated through the weekly Parent Bulletin.
Practicality
Clifton High School’s uniform is designed with practicality in mind and offers:
• Machine washable fabrics
• Age-appropriate fastenings (i.e. zips for younger pupils)
• Durable materials
• Multiple cut and length options for comfort
Purchasing
From September 2025, all pupils are expected to comply with our updated School uniform requirements. Branded items are available to purchase from Schoolblazer, who provide a free name-taping service and personalised customer support.
Second-hand uniform sales are an economical means for families to purchase good condition items for their child/ren. Details will be communicated with parents via the weekly Parent Bulletin in a timely manner.
Clifton High School Foundation
Our Bursary Programme offers families financial assistance with uniform costs. For confidential enquiries, please contact Mr Mike Stewart, Financial Director, via email mstewart@cliftonhigh.co.uk.
In addition, the Clifton High School Foundation provides a range of merchandise available to purchase via their online shop, linked here. For specific enquiries, please contact the Development Team at development@cliftonhigh.co.uk.
THE HIVE UNIFORM
The Hive uniform was designed to be comfortable, allowing the children to be active and learn unrestricted by their clothes.
Manditory Items
*Green sweatshirt, crested
*White polo top, long or short sleeve, crested
*Green jogging bottoms, crested
*Green PE shorts, crested
Black Velcro school shoes
Trainers with Velcro straps in any colour
Wellies
Waterproof trousers
Hat, scarf and gloves (during winter months)
Sun hat and sun cream (during summer months)
A spare change of clothes in a named bag
School backpack (provided by Clifton High School Admissions Department)
Items marked with an asterisk* must be bought from Schoolblazer.
Optional Items
Green and white striped summer dress
*Green stormproof coat
*GREEN SWEATSHIRT
*SHORT SLEEVE POLO TOP
*LONG SLEEVE POLO TOP
*GREEN JOGGING BOTTOMS
*GREEN PE SHORTS
BLACK VELCRO SCHOOL SHOES
*GREEN STORMPROOF COAT SUMMER DRESS
*GREEN JUMPER
*GREEN CARDIGAN
*SHORT SLEEVE POLO TOP
*LONG SLEEVE POLO TOP
*BESPOKE CHECKED SHORTS
*BESPOKE CHECKED PINAFORE CHARCOAL TROUSERS
GREY SOCKS WHITE SOCKS
BLACK SCHOOL SHOES
Mandatory Items
*White polo top, long or short sleeve, crested
*Green V neck jumper, crested, or *green cardigan, crested
*Bespoke checked shorts, *bespoke checked pinafore, or charcoal trousers
Black school shoes
Dark green or grey tights, or dark green, grey, or white socks (during summer months)
Waterproof trousers
Wellies
Dark coloured coat
Hat, scarf and gloves (during winter months)
Sun hat and sun cream (during summer months)
A spare change of clothes in a named bag (Reception children)
School backpack (provided by Clifton High School Admissions Department)
*School painting smock
Optional Items
Green and white pinstriped summer dress
White, brown or black sandals (during summer months)
*Green stormproof coat
*MID LAYER
BLACK SWIMMING COSTUME
BLACK SWIMMING TRUNKS
*WHITE PE TOP
*PE SHORTS
*RUNNING SHORTS
Mandatory Items
*SOFTSHELL
ACTIVE JACKET
*White PE top, crested
*Mid layer (quarter zip), crested
*PE shorts or training pant, crested
Trainers in any colour
Kit bag (no drawstring bags)
Black swimming costume or trunks
Goggles, towel, *branded swimming cap
Optional Items
*Soft shell active jacket, crested
*GREEN SWEATSHIRT
*SHORT SLEEVE POLO TOP
*LONG SLEEVE POLO TOP
Information on Adventure activities and kit required will be communicated with parents on a termly basis.
Items marked with an asterisk must be bought from Schoolblazer.
Mandatory Items
*Green sweatshirt, crested
*GREEN JOGGING BOTTOMS
*GREEN PE SHORTS
*White polo top, long or short sleeve, crested
Waterproof coat and trousers
Optional Items
*Green jogging bottoms, crested
*Green shorts, crested
STIFF COLLARED SHIRT
FLAT COLLARED BLOUSE
*BESPOKE CHECKED SHORTS
*BESPOKE CHECKED KILT
CHARCOAL TROUSERS
*GREEN JUMPER
*GREEN CARDIGAN
*GREY BLAZER
*SCHOOL TIE
GREY SOCKS WHITE SOCKS
BLACK SCHOOL SHOES
Mandatory Items
*Grey blazer, lined, piped and crested
*Green V neck jumper, crested or *green cardigan, crested
White stiff collared shirt or white flat col lared blouse
*Bespoke checked shorts, *bespoke checked kilt, or charcoal trousers
*School tie, if wearing a stiff collared shirt
Dark green or grey tights, or dark green, grey, or white socks (during summer months)
Black school shoes
Dark green or grey tights or dark green, grey, or white socks (during summer months)
Dark coloured coat
Hat, scarf and gloves (during winter months)
Sun hat and sun cream (during summer months)
*Art overall
Optional Items
*Green stormproof coat
White, brown or black sandals (during summer months)
Green and white pinstriped summer dress
E JUnIOR scHOOl spOrTs & AdVEn TURE
REVERSIBLE GAMES SHIRT
GAMES SOCKS
WHITE SOCKS
Mandatory Items
*Mid layer (quarter zip), crested
*Training pant, crested
*Reversible Games shirt with rugby shorts or skort, crested
*Games socks
*White PE top with PE shorts or skort, crested
White Socks
Trainers, astroturf trainers (for football or hockey), studded boots (for rugby)
Black swimming costume or trunks
Goggles, towel, wbranded swimming cap
Shin pads and mouth guard
Hockey stick
Kit bag
Water bottle
*Adventure sweatshirt, crested
Optional Items
*Soft shell active jacket
Black base layer top and bottoms, crested
Cricket bat and tennis racket
BLACK SWIMMING COSTUME
BLACK SWIMMING TRUNKS
ADVENTURE SWEATSHIRT
SOFTSHELL ACTIVE JACKET
Pupils can wear their PE kit for Adventure, alongside the Adventure sweatshirt. Further outdoor items may be needed, for instance wellies annd waterproof trousers. Information on activities and kit required will be updated and communicated with parents on a termly basis.
Items marked with an asterisk must be bought from Schoolblazer.
THE sEnIOR sc
CHECKED BLAZER
STIFF COLLARED SHIRT
FLAT COLLARED BLOUSE
*BESPOKE CHECKED KILT CHARCOAL TROUSERS
SCHOOL TIE
GREEN JUMPER
GREY SOCKS WHITE SOCKS
BLACK SCHOOL SHOES
BLACK TIGHTS
Mandatory Items
*Bespoke checked blazer, lined and crested
*Green V neck jumper, or sleeveless sweater, crested
White stiff collared shirt or white flat col lared blouse
*Bespoke checked kilt, or charcoal trousers
*School tie, if wearing a stiff collared shirt
Dark green or grey tights, or dark green, grey, or white socks (during summer months)
Black school shoes
Black tights or dark green, grey or white socks (during summer months)
Dark coloured coat
Apron (Years 7-9 and pupils who take Food & Nutrition GCSE)
Optional Items
Hat, scarf and gloves (during winter months)
Art overall (recommended for Years 7-9 and pupils who take Art GCSE)
Items marked with an asterisk must be bought from Schoolblazer.
REVERSIBLE GAMES SHIRT
WHITE PE TOP
SHORTS
Mandatory Items
*Mid layer (quarter zip), crested
* Rugby shorts, Skort, or PE shorts, running shorts, crested
*Training pant or fitness leggnigs, crested
*White PE top, crested
*Reversible Games shirt, crested
*Games socks
White Socks
Trainers, astroturf trainers, studded boots
Black swimming costume or trunks
Goggles, towel, *branded swimming cap
Shin pads and mouthguard
Water bottle
Kit bag
Hockey stick
Optional Items
*Soft shell active jacket, crested
Black base layer top and bottoms
Cricket bat and tennis racket
GAMES SOCKS
WHITE SOCKS
SWIMMING CAP
Items marked with an asterisk must be bought from Schoolblazer.
BLACK SWIMMING COSTUME BLACK SWIMMING TRUNKS SOFTSHELL
THE SIXTH FORM DRESS CODE
Our Sixth Form student role models are entrusted with greater independence and responsibility as they prepare themselves for a potential future in the professional working world. A smart appearance is essential in achieving this and at Clifton High School we expect them to dress smartly with a focus on representing the School, both on and at public-facing formal events.
All Sixth Form students are expected to wear
A suit jacket, worn at all times around the School site
Smart full-length trousers, a smart dress or smart skirt
Items that are not permitted
Denim or leather jackets.
Very short or tight-fitting styles and casual styles including jeans, leggings or combats.
A short or long-sleeved shirt, blouse or top, preferably with a collar Cropped, strappy, sheer or halter-neck styles.
Jumpers, if worn, should be of a smart, formal, fine-knit style
Smart, sensible shoes or boots
Male students are expected to wear a tie at all times. Ties are optional for all other students.
Hoodies and sweatshirts of any design.
Any style of trainers is not acceptable.
Please refer to Page 36 for specific sports kit requirements for training and matches.
Please refer to the Appearance and Standards section overleaf for further Sixth Form dress expectations.
Clifton High School reserves the right to deem any Sixth Form attire to be inappropriate - in length, standard, neatness - and students may be asked to return home to change.
AppeArANce & stAndaRds
At Clifton High School, we expect all our pupils to present themselves smartly and professionally in line with our uniform policy standards. Our uniform consists of two elements:
• Main School Uniform
• Sports Kit
Both uniform and sports kit must be complete, branded where appropriate and worn according to our School regulations and expectations. Non-compliance may results in sanctions. However, we respect that some pupils may require support in expressing their gender identity through uniform choices and we will support them in their choices with no discrimination.
Our Brand
The Clifton High School sports kit list applies across the Infant, Junior, Senior and Sixth Form.
Sports Clubs before School
Lunchtime Sports clubs
After school Sports clubs
Sports kit to be worn to School. Uniform to be brought into School to change into during registration if there are no other sporting commitments that day. If pupils do have Games, they remain in their Games kit until their Games lesson, and then change into their uniform afterwards.
Uniform to be worn to School. Sports kit to be brought into School to change at lunchtime. If pupils have Games in the morning, they remain in their Games kit until lunchtime. If they have Games in the afternoon, they remain in their Games kit after their lunchtime club.
Uniform to be worn to School. Sports kit to be brought into School to change at the end of the School day. If pupils have a Games or PE lesson, they remain in their Games or PE kit for their after-school club.
Lesson/Club Rule
Games lessons
Uniform to be worn to School. Games kit to be brought into School to change into before Games lesson.
PE lessons
Full PE kit, including tracksuits, to be worn to School and may be worn all day on the days pupils have PE.
Item Rule
Blazer Must be worn to, from and in School, as directed.
Shirts Must be tucked in and fully buttoned.
Kilt Skirts must be at least knee-length.
Ties Must cover top button.
Shoes
Socks
Sports kit items
Formal, black leather or leather substitute with no logos, that are clean, polished and well-fitting. Shoes with a canvas upper, soft-soled ballet pumps or black trainers of any kind are not permitted. Nike Air Force shoes are not permitted.
Trainer socks must not be worn. *No sports socks are to be worn with main uniform. Socks must no shoe any logos.
Unless otherwise indicated, sports kit should be purchased from Schoolblazer. Clothing from other sports retailers, clubs or associations is not permitted.
Hair Hair below shoulder length must be tied back with a simple accessory for practical lessons, extra-curricular activities, or when instructed to do so.
Hair should be well-groomed and natural in colour. Hair styles should be smart and professional. Protective hairstyles such as cornrows and locks associated with ethnic and cultural identities are smart and professional.
Pupils wearing cultural or religious head coverings should be in keeping with the School colours; dark green, grey, or black.
NO BOOTS
Jewellery
A watch, small stud earrings (maximum one in each ear) and a fine chain with a religious symbol appropriate to the wearer are permitted. No other jewellery is permitted.
Pupils wearing inappropriate or additional jewellery will be asked to remove it.
Mobile Phones
Mobile phones are not permitted to be used during the School day unless authorised by a member of staff. X X X X
NO TRAINERS OR SHOES WITH LOGOS X X X
NO SPORTS SOCKS*
NO SOCKS WITH LOGOS
Item Rule
All All items to be clearly labelled with your child’s full name
Shoes Sandals can be worn with white socks and summer uniform
Senior School & Sixth Form
Item Rule
Discrete Make-up Permitted only for Year 10 and above
Nail Varnish Permitted for Sixth Form students only. Other pupils will be sent to the School Office to have it removed.
Eyebrow slits/cuts Not permitted
Smart Glasses Not permitted
Item
Rule
Bags
Rucksack with supportive straps are required.
Pupils in The Hive and Infant School will be provided with a School rucksack. Please ensure this is identifiable via the name label and a suggested small keyring.
Pencil Case Pupils from Year 3 upwards are required to bring in a well equipped pencil case.
Padlock
iPads
Senior School pupils are provided with lockers and are required to bring in a combination padlock to ensure items remain secure.
iPads are distributed to all pupils in the Senior School at the start of the Autumn Term.
Laptops Sixth Form students require their own device. More information on this can be found in the ‘Starting Sixth Form Guide’.
Lost Property
All items should be clearly labelled with your child’s full name. If an item is lost and found it will be handed to our lost property where it will be stored until collected. These items can be collected any time during the school day from the School Office, located in the Gate House. Alternatively, please email lostproperty@cliftonhigh.co.uk for details.
Bursary Support
For more information on how the School can support families to purchase items through bursaries, please contact your child’s Tutor.
