School Uniform Update September 2026

Exciting Updates Coming This September! We are thrilled to announce that we are transitioning to a full active uniform starting this September, combining comfort and cost-effectiveness into a single, versatile wardrobe that keeps our pupils ready for movement and learning every day. To celebrate their final year, Year 6 pupils will wear their leavers hoodies as their outer layer instead of the new red half-zip top. As we are also hoping to update our school badge this year, the 2026-2027 academic year will be a transition year—there is no pressure to buy new badged items immediately, and children are welcome to wear their old uniforms if they still fit. Our official badged items (half-zip tops and T-shirts) are available on our school uniform website, while plain black bottoms and trainers can be sourced from any retailer. We appreciate your support as we move toward a more energetic and inclusive school environment! Active uniform can be ordered from LPES.

 

School Uniform Information

Here are the details of our grey and red school uniform at Darwen St James’. A uniform we are very proud of! Our uniform is very important to us at Darwen St James’ and we want our children to look smart and wear their uniform with pride! A high standard of appearance is usually an indication of good discipline, self-awareness, and responsibility. Our children from nursery to Year 5 wear our uniform which is made up of grey school sweatshirts and red polo shirts… Our Year 6 children wear red sweatshirts

EYFS (Nursery and Reception)

In Nursery and Reception we help the children to become independent, which is why our uniform differs slghtly from the rest of school.

Boys:

Red school polo shirt with school badge

Grey sweatshirt with school badge

 Grey/black joggers

Grey/black shorts for Summer

Grey or black socks

Plain black pumps or trainers (velcro preferred)

Smart hair cuts (no extreme styles)

Drinks bottle

School book bag

Girls:

Red school polo shirt with school badge

Grey sweatshirt with school badge

Grey/black skirt, pinafore dress or leggings.

Red and white checked dress for Summer

Grey or white socks or tights

 Plain black pumps or trainers (velcro preferred)

Long hair to be tied back neatly

Drinks bottle

School book bag

PE Kit

Black shorts

White PE T-shirt

Pumps or trainers for outdoor PE

A PE bag clearly labelled

Tracksuits and trainers may be worn during the colder weather.

 

 

 

Years 1 - 6

School Uniform

Boys:

Red school polo shirt with school badge

Grey sweatshirt with school badge or Red sweatshirt for Y6

Grey/Black trousers

Grey or black socks

Smart school shoes (black – not trainers)

Smart hair cuts (no extreme styles)

Girls:

Red school polo shirt with school badge

Grey sweatshirt or cardigan with school badge Red sweatshirt/Cardigan for Y6

Grey/Black skirt, pinafore dress or trousers

Grey or white socks or tights

Smart school shoes (black)

Long Hair to be tied back neatly

Girls (summer):

Red school polo shirt with school badge

Grey sweatshirt or cardigan with school badge Red sweatshirt/Cardigan for Y6

Red and white checked dress

Grey or white socks

Leather shoes or sandals

PE Kit:

Black shorts

White PE T-shirt

Pumps or trainers for outdoor PE

Tracksuits and trainers may be worn during the colder weather.

 

Sweatshirts, cardigans, polo shirts, PE kit and book bags with our school logo can all be purchased online, with free delivery, from www.lpes.uk or from our local uniform provider in Darwen:

For safety reasons, the wearing of jewellery is not allowed. Only earrings of the ‘stud’ type may be worn. Studs must be removed for P.E. without exception. We recommend that ear piercing should take place at the beginning of the summer holiday so allowing time for healing. During PE or Games lessons, studs and watches must be removed.

All clothing should be clearly labelled, and outdoor coats should have strong loops so that they can be hung safely on pegs. A clearly named draw-string bag should be provided so that PE kits can be kept safely. Bags should be of a reasonable size so that they are easy to store and don’t block corridors.