At Drayton Manor High School, we believe that the uniform plays a key role in fostering a sense of belonging and pride within our community. All students up to and including Year 11 are expected to wear their full uniform consistently - whether they are traveling to and from school, attending classes, or participating in official school events and outings.

For Sixth Form students, while the uniform is not required, we have a smart casual dress code. We encourage students to dress appropriately, keeping in mind that extremes of fashion are not acceptable.

Uniform Sales

We understand that school uniforms can sometimes be an added expense. To support families, we run second-hand uniform sales every half term in the Main Hall, where there are often a variety of items available, depending on supply. Details of the upcoming uniform sales are shared in the weekly Parent Bulletins, so be sure to keep an eye out for those updates.

Uniform Information

For a detailed list of the required uniform for both girls and boys, please see the section below. We are committed to helping students feel confident and comfortable in their school uniform, while also maintaining a strong sense of unity and school pride.

Boys Uniform

Requirements are kept to a minimum and details are given below. School dress should be smart and practical for day wear. Extremes of fashion in trouser style or length, or in shoes, ornate buckles, belts, or other accessories are not suitable. Earrings should be small plain studs or sleepers only and limited to one pair to be worn in the ear lobes. Expensive watches should not be worn, and the wearing of jewellery is restricted to items of a religious symbolism which should be worn under school uniform.

All boys are expected to wear to and from school and on official school occasions.

Navy blue blazer with school badge and school tie
Mid-grey trousers (jeans, cords or similar wear are not allowed) which should hang down to the shoes and should not be tucked in to socks
A plain white shirt
A pullover (must be v-necked and navy blue in colour)
Navy socks
Black shoes which can be polished (trainers/sports shoes are not acceptable)
Outdoor clothing should be suitable for school and all coats must be plain black or navy blue only with no
logos, brightly coloured or metallic zips and buttons (gilets, leather coats, short fashionable jackets,
brightly coloured anoraks or coats, coats with any type of fur on them, hoods with white fleecy or
brightly coloured lining, hooded sweatshirts are not suitable)

Girls Uniform

Requirements are kept to a minimum and details are given below. School dress should be smart and practical for day wear. Extremes of fashion in skirt style or length or in trouser style or length, or in shoes, ornate buckles, belts, hair ribbons or other accessories are not suitable. Earrings should be small plain studs or sleepers only and limited to one pair to be worn in the ear lobes. Expensive watches should not be worn, and the wearing of jewellery is restricted to items of a religious symbolism which should be worn under school uniform.

All girls are expected to wear to and from school and on official school occasions

Navy blue blazer with school badge and school tie
A navy blue skirt, 'A' line or pleated, that is no shorter than knee length (please ensure that a suitable length skirt is purchased to allow for this and growth) or navy blue tailored full length trousers (jeans, cords or similar wear are not allowed)
A plain white non-fitted school shirt with a top button to accommodate school tie
A pullover (must be v-necked and navy blue in colour)
Black shoes which can be polished (boots/trainers/sports shoes/mules/high heels are not acceptable)
Plain navy blue, black or fawn tights or plain navy blue socks
Outdoor clothing should be suitable for school and all coats must be plain black or navy blue only with no logos, reflective strips, brightly coloured or metallic zips and buttons (gilets, leather coats, short fashionable jackets, brightly coloured anoraks or coats, coats with any type of fur on them, hoods with white fleecy or brightly coloured lining, hooded sweatshirts are not suitable).