St Bonaventure’s insists that all students wear the correct full uniform in its entirety at all times including coming to and from school. We expect all our parents to support us with our strict uniform policy, as this is all part of the high expectations that we have for our students.
We believe that if boys dress correctly for work, they perform better in lessons. This has been proven to be right over many years of excellence.
Years 7 & 8
- School brown blazer (brown with school badge).
- Plain black formal school trousers.
- Official brown ‘V’ neck school jumper.
- Plain white collared shirt. (Can be long or short sleeved)
- School tie.
- Black formal leather shoes (training shoes, suede shoes of any kind are not allowed).
- The official school black coat or any other plain black coat may be worn over the school blazer.
- The wearing of any jewellery, jeans, cords or caps or hats is strictly forbidden.
- The only form of acceptable hat is a school woollen hat with the St Bon’s logo (available from the School Reception) and only when the weather is such that the school determines that they can be worn, this is usually from November to Easter .
- Belts must be black and simple in design with no large or designer buckle.
Years 9, 10 & 11
- School black blazer (black with gold trim and school badge).
- Plain black school trousers (formal).
- Plain black ‘V’ neck school jumper is compulsory for Year 9, 10 and Year 11.
- Plain white collared school shirt.
- School tie.
- Black leather shoes (training shoes, suede shoes of any kind are not allowed).
- Year 9, 10 and Year 11 can wear the official black school coat or any plain black coat. It must be worn over the school blazer and must be removed once inside the school building.
- The wearing of any jewellery, jeans, cords, hats or caps is forbidden.
- Belts must be black and simple in design with no large or designer buckle.
- The only form of acceptable hat is a school woollen hat with the St Bon’s logo (available from the School Reception), this can only be worn when the weather is deemed to be bad enough. This is usually from November to Easter.
6th Form
Boys’ uniform
- A formal suit comprising matching blazer and trousers
- A shirt with a formal collar
- A formal tie
- A pair of formal shoes (not trainers, plimsolls, Vans or similar)
- Smart coat – not a sports hoodie
Girls’ uniform
- A formal suit comprising matching blazer and trousers or skirt OR a formal abaya
- Skirt is to be of knee length and not lycra, ribbed or bodycon in style
- A shirt with a formal collar
- A pair of formal shoes (not trainers, plimsolls, Vans or similar)
- Dark tights or socks (not leg warmers)
- No cardigans
- Smart coat – not a sports hoodie
BTEC Sports Science uniform
- Personalised black tracksuit and dark trainers
Haircuts
Markings or symbols which have been cut into the scalp or eyebrows are not allowed. Shaved heads are not allowed any shorter than a Number 1 cut. Haircuts which give offence to the discipline and good order of the school or in the opinion of the Headteacher prejudice the uniform policy of the Governors are also forbidden. We accept that students wish to use their haircut to express their individuality, however they must do so within the realms of neatness.
The Headteacher reserves the right to determine when a haircut is contrary to the school uniform policy. Boys with unsuitable haircuts will be sent home at the discretion of the Headteacher in order to amend the issue.
PE & Games
PE kit is part of the school uniform and must always be worn. Black and gold rugby shirt, black shorts and black football socks. All students will wear the same PE kit throughout their time at St Bonaventure’s. Football boots & non-marking trainers as required.
The PE top (rugby shirts design) is only available from Lucilla’s. Any winner of a National Sport competition may wear the relevant top but only under the instruction of the Curriculum Leader for PE.
Uniform Supplier
We know how quickly children grow, so when buying school uniforms, we recommend choosing a size with a little extra room to grow into. This helps make sure the uniform lasts throughout the year without needing to be replaced too soon.
Our uniforms are made from high-quality materials, and with a bit of care, blazers, jumpers and PE tops in particular can last well beyond one academic year, giving great value and keeping your child looking smarter for longer. A small amount of uniform is branded and will need be to be purchased via the supplier, whereas most items can be sourced elsewhere.
Our uniform supplier is:
Lucilla’s Ltd, 180A Cranbrook Road, Ilford, Essex. IGI 4LX
Telephone: 020 8554 5133.
