At Congleton High School we take great pride in the professional presentation of our students and ask parents and carers to give their full support in maintaining these high standards. Please refer to the guide above for information on our school uniform requirements for all year groups. You can download a copy of this at the bottom of the page.
September 2024 Year 7 Uniform Information
In September 2024 we introduced an updated uniform for NEW Year 7 students and a new House tie for ALL students. The old uniform may still be worn by 2024-25 Year 8 to Year 11 students but will gradually be phased out as these students move up the school.
Please view the short video clip above and new uniform guidance brochure to find out more about our new uniform and how to order it.
New Uniform for September 2024 Year 7 Students
New PE Kit for September 2024 Year 7 Students
Uniform Expectations for September 2024 Year 8 to Year 11 Students
- Students in Years 8 to 11 in September 2024 can continue to wear the current uniform until the end of Year 11 if they prefer.
- All students may choose to purchase the optional new unbranded, plain, black V neck jumper.
- NB. All Year 7-11 students will wear the new House tie.
- Families will be able buy the current uniform from DP sports until the current stock is sold.
Uniform Policy for Students in Year 8-11 in 2024-2025
CHS Uniform
- Black CHS logo blazer
- Black tailored trousers (jeans, Lycra® trousers or leggings are not permitted) or
- Black CHS logo skirt to be worn within 10cm of mid knee
- White shirt with collar that buttons to the neck
- Black school clip-on tie with CHS logo
- Ankle socks or knee-high socks (must be worn below the knee and black) or tights.
- Trainer socks are not permitted. Ankle socks must be logo free.
- Plain black shoes with a heel of not more than 5cm (boots, trainers, trainer/shoes or casual shoes are not permitted)
CHS PE Kit
- Purple CHS polo shirt
- 1/4 zip CHS fleece sweatshirt or hooded sweatshirt
- Black CHS shorts or skort
- Black CHS socks
- Black CHS tracksuit bottoms or CHS leggings for all students in Years 7-9
- Year 10 and 11 may wear plain black bottoms or leggings OR CHS logo bottom or leggings.
- CHS rugby/games shirt - optional
- Short white sports socks
- Trainers
- Football boots/Astroturf shoes
- Shin pads
- Gum shield - recommended
All of our uniform and PE Kit can be purchased from DP Sportswear Ltd, either in store in Congleton or online at www.dpsportswear.co.uk. You can also find information about location and opening hours in the DP Sportswear Information document below.
NB. Please refer to the DP Sportswear Price List document, not the CHS Uniform Guide, for the latest pricing for uniform items.
Families who may be struggling to cover the cost of uniform can apply to the John Holford Charity for assistance and you can find out more information on eligibility and how to apply here. There is also a Facebook group - CHS Buy, Sell, Swap and Donate - which enables families to pass on items of uniform, PE kit, school equipment, books etc that are no longer required.