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Uniform

Our uniform suppliers have put in places arrangements for your safety while you are buying our Shimna uniform:

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White shirts, grey trousers/skirts are also available in chain stores. Our uniform is gender neutral.

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To apply for a uniform and/or school meals allowance, this is the link to use: UNIFORM/MEAL ALLOWANCE​

Our Uniform Suppliers

Uniform: getting ready for September

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We are very proud of our Shimna school uniform, which reflects the values, identity, commitment to equality and high standards of our school community.

 

There are no changes to our uniform policy for September. Our uniform continues to offer students a degree of choice. We are pleased to work with a number of local suppliers who provide key branded uniform items:

 

Bingham’s, Newcastle

Rhoda Stewart, Ballynahinch

Holmes, Kilkeel

McKenny’s, Castlewellan

Pricewise, Downpatrick

 

Unbranded items such as white shirts, school grey trousers, and school grey skirts may also be purchased from other retailers.

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Important reminders

 

a) PE bottoms, including shorts and leggings, must be navy blue. Black PE bottoms are not permitted.

 

b) Footwear must be plain black, with no white or coloured markings on uppers or heels. Converse-style footwear is not permitted.

 

c) Skirts: phased changeAs a result of the feedback from the review, we will be phasing out pencil skirts over the next academic year. From September 2027, the approved skirt will be a two-kick pleat style.Pencil skirts may still be worn in the interim; however, families may wish to begin purchasing the new style in preparation.Please also note that all skirts should be worn at, or just above knee length to ensure a smart and appropriate appearance.

 

d) JewelleryStudents may wear flat, studded earrings and a nose stud, which must be removable. No other facial jewellery is permitted. For safety reasons, rings must be removeable, particularly during practical subjects.We appreciate your support in ensuring that all students present themselves smartly, safely, and consistently.We welcome donations of pre-loved uniform and sports kit.

 

e) Other Essentials

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  • School bag

  • Highlighters

  • Pencil case

  • Ruler (30 cm)

  • Pens (blue/black), pencils

  • Scientific calculator (for maths/science)

  • Eraser, sharpener

  • Protractor

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