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Our Trust of Schools

Uniform & Equipment

We are proud of our uniform, which combines smartness with functionality and durability. Pupils are expected to wear their full uniform on the way to and from school.

Orders for branded items are through Price & Buckland: www.pbuniform-online.co.uk/matfordbrook with ordering queries directed to: [email protected] or by telephone: 0115 964 0827

Our Uniform Policy is linked here with the details of the uniform listed below and available in the welcome booklets sent to families. 


Uniform Guidelines: Years R (reception) - 6

Branded items:

  • Tartan pinafore
  • Sweatshirt or cardigan
  • Book bag

Non-branded items: 

  • Navy gingham school dress (summer only)
  • Charcoal grey trousers or tailored shorts
  • Plain, collared, navy polo shirt 
  • Black non-branded shoes (laces only when children can tie them independently)
  • Black socks or tights

PE Kit (to be kept in a bag in school during term time):

  • Branded PE shorts
  • Branded PE bag (optional)
  • Plain white t-shirt 
  • PE shoes - black plimsolls or trainers with a non-marking sole

Other items:

  • Children in nursery, pre-school and reception will also require a pair of wellies which can be kept at school

Uniform Guidelines: Years 7–11

Branded items:

  • Tartan kilt-style skirt
  • Jumper or cardigan 
  • Matford Brook tie 

Non-branded items:

  • White button-down shirt
  • Charcoal grey trousers or tailored shorts
  • Black non-branded shoes (see our uniform policy for examples)
  • Black socks or tights

Branded PE Kit:

  • Sports polo
  • One or more: shorts, trackpants, leggings
  • Sports socks (optional)
  • Sweatshirt (optional)

Non-branded PE Kit:

  • Navy jogging bottoms (cold weather only in place of shorts)
  • Plain black base layers (cold weather only) 
  • Navy sports (football) socks 
  • Trainers (astro trainers are recommended) 

Specialist PE Kit:

  • Gum shield (compulsory for hockey and rugby)
  • Shin pads (compulsory for football and rugby)
  • Moulded boots (plastic studs) for pupils who wish to be involved in football or rugby teams 

Other items:

  • A suitable bag for carrying academic and PE items to school (rucksacks are recommended with a separate bag for PE kit)
  • A water bottle  
  • School equipment