College Uniform

^{From September 2025: School Uniform Policy}

From September 2025, we are re-establishing our current uniform policy to ensure our students come to school every day prepared to learn and are respectful to themselves, staff and peers. Our uniform policy is designed to be clear to parents and ensure consistency and safety for our students.

it will positively impact our students by:

• Giving them a shared identity.
• Strengthening their sense of belonging.
• Encouraging pride in their appearance.
• Promoting self-respect and respect for others.
• Representing our college and community in a positive way.

Clarification of the uniform from Septemeber 2025

Key Stage 3 (Years 7, 8 & 9)

• Black blazer with embroidered Sir Harry Smith Community College badge - These are free of charge to students in these year groups for the first year only.
• School tie based on House colours.
• Black V-neck jumper (optional for colder months and does not need the school logo on it – plain and no sports brands).
• White shirt or blouse.
• Plain black tailored trousers (loose fitting)
          or
• Plain black pleated skirt (one inch above the knee)
          or
• Plain black tailored shorts.
• Plain black leather shoes or plimsolls without logos - see below for further clarification

Key Stage 4 (Years 10 & 11)

Current uniform remains, except for a transition to a pleated skirt.
Year 10 students may now waer the same black logo sweatshirt or cardigan as Year 11 students.

• Black Sweatshirt or Cardigan with embroidered Sir Harry Smith Community College logo (Year 10 can continue to wear the Maroon logo Sweatshirt or Cardigan if they wish)
• White polo shirt with embroidered Sir Harry Smith Community College logo
• Plain black tailored trousers (loose fitting)
          or
• Plain black pleated skirt (one inch above the knee)
          or
• Plain black tailored shorts.
• Plain black leather shoes or plimsolls without logos - see below for further clarification

• Students in Key Stage 4 who wish to wear the new uniform, including blazers, shirts and ties, from September 2025, may purchase it from our suppliers.

PE Kit All Years

Support for families: 

We understand that affordability is a concern for some families.  Our college has a Financial Support Application to help families facing difficulties with uniform costs.  Please get in touch with the college via office@sirharrysmith.com if you would like to explore this support.  Additionally, second-hand uniform is usually donated by parents and stocks will be available in the future.

We are committed to working collaboratively with families to ensure all students meet uniform expectations.  In cases where students need support in adhering to the uniform policy, we will work together to find a solution, ensuring they can fully participate in school life while maintaining our standards.  

If you have any questions, please contact the college via office@sirharrysmith.com where your query will be directed to the relevant House staff.

SHSCC Footwear Guidance

Acceptable Shoe styles for school

Plain black leather shoes [or unbranded inexpensive plain black plimsolls] with flat heels should be worn. N.B. Shoes must be exclusively black i.e. no patches of other colours and, as shoes, they must be below the ankle.

Unacceptable Shoe styles for school

Nothing made by a sports manufacturer or in a sporty style e.g. leather trainers, Vans, Converse, Nike etc. (regardless of colour) or trainer style shoes displaying their logo [even in black], boots of any description, and backless shoes.

Branded college uniform is to be purchased from Chroma Sports or Total Clothing (click on the links below to be directed to their websites) Tailored trousers, skirts etc, can be purchased from any retailer, but must be in keeping with the above policy guidelines.

Parents/carers can also access our hardship fund – if you require support with uniform, please do contact the college. May we also direct you to our second-hand uniform shop, available via our college reception, and Whittlesey Community Library, which has a free uniform donation service.

Uniform Suppliers