Sixth Form Uniform

Senior School Uniform

What to Wear

Eltham College uniform requirements from 2020.

The College has one supplier for all uniform and sports kit. To purchase Eltham College uniform please visit www.stevensons.co.uk

Both our day uniform and sports kit enable our pupils to select from options where necessary to allow greater choice, based on personal preference and comfort.

Stevenson’s offer a labelling service – where all uniform can be labelled at source. We highly recommend this option.

Sixth Form Uniform
Boys Girls
Sixth Form Uniform
Sixth Form boys should wear a dark grey, navy or black suit. NB: Pinstripes are not acceptable. As an alternative, boys may wear a plain navy blazer with mid-grey trousers and a white shirt. Sixth Form girls should wear a black, dark grey or navy suit. NB: Pinstripes are not acceptable. Girls may wear either a skirt or trouser suit. The skirt/trousers must either be part of the same suit as the jacket, or be of a material that is not noticeably different to the jacket (not cotton). Skirt length should be closer to the knee than the hip. Cropped trousers (cut to the calf) are not acceptable but trousers cut to the ankle can be worn.
Jumper – a plain grey V neck or school regulation pullovers may be worn under suit jackets. Jumper – a plain black, dark grey or navy jumper may be worn under suit jackets.
Shirt – plain white long sleeved or short sleeved shirt. No T shirts with loud or visible motifs or lettering to be worn beneath shirts. Blouse – plain white long sleeved or short sleeved blouse with a collar and without a low neckline. If the neckline of the blouse is too low then a white camisole should be worn under the blouse. No T shirts with loud or visible motifs or lettering to be worn beneath regulation blouses.
Socks – plain grey, navy blue or black socks. Not white, pale or patterned. Tights – natural or plain, dark coloured tights should be worn with a skirt, and should be plain.
Shoes – plain black leather shoes (no canvas, no suede, no cord, no trainers, no metal attachments, no industrial style, no boots). Black laces only. Must be kept clean. Shoes – formal, work style shoes (no canvas, no slip on or ballet style, no suede, no cord, no trainers, no metal attachments, no industrial style, no boots) black or navy shoes. Black laces only. Must be kept clean.
Tie – a colours tie may be worn instead of the Sixth Form tie. Girls are not required to wear a tie. They may wear a tie if they wish.
White lab coat for those studying Chemistry. White lab coat for those studying Chemistry.
Navy lab coat for those studying DT. Navy lab coat for those studying DT.
No jewellery except plain ear studs. No more than one ear stud may be worn on either ear. No finger rings. No jewellery except plain ear studs. No more than one ear stud may be worn on either ear. No finger rings.
Hair, if coloured, should be a natural colour. Highlights may be put in hair if they look natural. Hair, if coloured, should be a natural colour. Highlights may be put in hair if they look natural.
Boys must be clean shaven. Make-up, if worn, should be discreet. Only clear, not coloured, nail varnish may be worn.
Sixth Form Sports Kit
Boys Girls
Required items – all required items should be purchased at the start of the academic year.
Michaelmas Term Striped top, blue shorts, striped socks and full tracksuit (Rugby). White polo top, blue skort, striped socks, leggings and tracksuit top (Hockey).
Lent Term Striped top, blue shorts, striped socks and full tracksuit (Hockey). White polo top, blue skort, white socks, leggings and tracksuit top (Netball).
Summer Term White cricket shirt, blue shorts and white socks (Athletics/Cricket and PE). White polo top, blue skort and white socks (Athletics/Cricket and PE).
All Terms Trainers, navy “jammer” swimming shorts, goggles towel, shin pads and gumshield. Trainers, navy swimming costume, goggles, towel, shin pads and gumshield.
Additional items (not compulsory)
All terms Eltham College contact top and midlayer, and House coloured tech tees. Stevensons also hold stock of useful sports accessory items including baselayers (white long-sleeved tees, navy baselayer shorts and/or leggings), kit bags and hats.
Specialist equipment (if your child is selected for a team) – please check if your child requires these items before purchasing.
Michaelmas Term Rugby boots. Hockey – astro shoes and Hockey stick.
Lent Term Hockey – astro shoes and Hockey stick. N/A
Summer Term Cricket – spiked shoes, trousers, bat, pads, gloves, box and helmet. Cricket – spiked shoes, trousers, bat, pads, gloves and helmet.

If your child is selected to represent the College in a Senior team the coach will place kit orders directly with Stevensons on the team’s behalf. The costs of these items will be added to your termly bill if required. In such circumstances parents will be notified in advance.

NB: During the winter months some training and most matches are held outside. It can get extremely cold and it may be necessary to wear layers.

Music Concerts and Performances

Please note that the dress code for the majority of Eltham College (Senior School) concerts is either: white shirt, black trousers, black shoes with plain black bow tie.  Or black top with sleeves and black trousers/long black skirt, knee-length or longer.

If your child is asked to perform, please ensure that they have the appropriate concert dress.

Second-Hand Clothing

The school second-hand uniform sale will operate twice per term and parents will be notified via email of all items in stock.

Please note, that collection dates, times and instructions will also be published in these emails.