KEHS students are expected to dress appropriately and smartly whilst at school, travelling to and from school and on the games field.
Wearing the KEHS uniform with pride is part of a student’s commitment to the community and is a sign of respect for and loyalty to the school.
All garments and other property, including purses, stationery, watches and calculators, must be clearly named. Regular checks take place in school to ensure all items are labelled.
Any queries about school uniforms should be directed to the Head of Lower School.
Blazer
Special KEHS blazer, to be worn travelling to and from school as well as during the school day. In particularly adverse weather conditions, boys may wear a coat of their choosing over the top of their blazer, e.g. a waterproof anorak
Scarves
Any coloured scarf may be worn as outdoor clothing with the school blazer
Sweaters
KEHS green jumper in 3rd -U4th years (Year 7-9). L5th and U5th (Year 10 & 11) wear the black KEHS jumper.
Skirts
A choice of two styles of skirt. These should be knee length and should not be rolled up. Only regulation skirts bearing the white Tudor rose emblem may be worn.
Trousers
A choice of black uniform trousers is available. Only regulation trousers bearing the white Tudor rose emblem may be worn.
Blouses
Green KEHS open neck blouse (Trutex brand). Long or short sleeved options. No t-shirt should be visible at the neck.
Footwear
Shoes or ankle boots should be formal, black and polishable (made from leather or imitation leather, but not patent). Footwear should be obviously branded, stitching should be black, and labels should not protrude from the shoe or boot. Canvas, pumps, Converse style trainers and sports trainers must not be worn. If there are extenuating medical circumstances requiring specialist footwear, please supply a signed note from parent/guardian.
Socks/tights
Black socks, ankle or knee length, or black tights. One or other must always be worn.
PE Kit
All girls must have:
- a black regulation games skort or plain black shorts.
- a school sports shirt.
- a school hooded sweatshirt.
- a pair of school hockey socks.
- shin pads which cover the lower leg.
- a pair of plain black joggers (must not have any stripes or motifs.)
- a pair of trainers.
- a pair of multi-purpose all-weather shoes with grip suitable for use on Astroturf.
- a plain one-piece swimming costume and swimming cap of any colour.
- a sports bag to keep kit in.
The following items are recommended but not compulsory:
- a school black skin base layer that can be worn in cold weather.
- a gum shield for hockey (you may order a gum shield through your dentist or any sports shop).
- Embroidered initials on PE kit are optional.
Please note that school jumpers are not to be worn for P.E. lessons
Lab coat
A school white lab coat is worn for science lessons. This must be clearly named on the front.
Hair
Hair adornments should be simple and in either green, white or black.
Jewellery
Girls are not allowed to wear any jewellery to school other than one small stud earring in each ear. Each stud should measure no more than 0.5 cm and be of either plain gold or silver colour. No hoop earrings or other piercings are allowed, including nose studs.
Make-up and nail varnish
Make-up is not considered necessary with school uniform but if it is worn it should be of a discreet nature. The School will advise whether or not make- up is suitable. Coloured nail varnish may not be worn, nor should the girls have gel, nor acrylic nail extensions.
School suppliers
Uniform is only available from the below designated suppliers:
Gogna Schoolwear and Sports Handsworth B21 9QU |
Junction 2 Industrial Estate Oldbury |
Monkhouse Solihull |
Early Years also run a telephone order service. Items are delivered to school (Matron’s Room) once a week on Wednesdays. A. Oakes Limited Oldbury |
