Uniform

Uniform

• Blazer - Regulation black blazer with school badge: this is to be worn at all times within the building of ESJ unless permission is given from ESJ SLT – bought from our uniform supplier.
• Trousers - Regulation plain black trousers (regular or straight leg- no skinny or flare legs) with an optional plain black belt (small buckles only) and ESJ school tie. Leggings are not permitted as an alternative to regulation black trousers.
• Tie - School tie worn correctly with top button done up – bought from our uniform supplier.
• Skirt - optional ESJ skirt worn in line with uniform expectations that this is calf-length- 2 inches below the knee - bought from our uniform supplier.
• Shirt/Blouse - Plain white shirt or blouse always tucked in and buttoned to the top.
• Socks/Tights - Black or white socks (ankle length) or black tights- no patterns.
• Jumper/Cardigan - Optional black V-necked jumper/sleeveless jumper or cardigan.
• Backpack - A black backpack that is large enough to hold an A4 size book. No tote bags or handbags.  Students are expected to bring their bags with them to form time and all lessons. Students are not to carry bags/coats to hide rolled skirts.
• Shoes - Only plain black leather or leather/look shoes are acceptable. Trainers of any colour (including black) are unacceptable. Boots are unacceptable Students wearing incorrect footwear will be provided a pair of black ESJ shoes to wear instead. Failure to put on ESJ shoes will result in further sanctions in line with school policy.  We will only accept signed medical notes as dispensation. These should have a time stamp indicating a review date. Any temporary footwear must be black in colour or it will not be permitted.

 

Other reminders

• Hair - Hair colour must be natural.
• Jewellery - One small stud per ear to maintain pierced ears and one watch (no smart watches) may be worn. Rings, bracelets and body piercings are unacceptable. Necklaces/chains with religious symbols are permitted but must not be visible.
• Make-up - Make-up is not permitted. Any lip balms must be clear and not glossy.
• Nails - varnish or false nails are unacceptable (this includes but is not limited to gels, acrylic, white tip, shellac and chemical treatments).
• Other treatments - Fake tan, treated eyebrows and eyelashes (including chemically treated/tinted) are not permitted.
• Coats - Outdoor coats should be plain and dark in colour (black or dark blue) without extreme or excessive logos. Outdoor coats must not be worn within the school building without prior permission from ESJ SLT.
• Scarves - Scarves are not permitted in the school building.
• Hair-bands - Hair-bands and hair-bows must be dark blue or black in colour.
• Phone charms - Phone charms are to be out of sight- not hanging out of pockets. Phones will be confiscated if these are seen.

 

PE Kit

Essential items:

• ESJ black polo - bought from our uniform supplier.
• Plain black shorts (no shorter than mid-thigh length)/plain black leggings/plain black jogging bottoms.
• Black football socks / black or white sports socks.
• Trainers.
• Full size shin pads (for hockey and football lessons only).

 

Optional/recommended items:

• Black ESJ quarter zip - bought from our uniform supplier.
• Plain black under layer.
• White socks (for sports not requiring shin pads).
• Plain black gloves.
• Plain black winter hat.
• Plain black snood.
• Studded boots (football or rugby boots).
• Gumshield (for hockey and rugby).

 

Prohibited items:

• Students who choose to wear shorts should ensure they are mid-thigh in length. Alternatively, mid thigh cycling shorts may be worn underneath shorts, provided they extend beyond the length of the outer shorts.
• Cycling shorts/Nike pro shorts are not part of the Epping St John’s kit and students wearing these  alone will be expected to change. Failure to bring appropriate shorts will equal to a missing item of kit.
• Non ESJ branded hoodies/jumpers are not part of the Epping St John’s kit and students will not be permitted to wear them in lessons.