Uniform
| Blazer | Royal blue badge MSJ blazer |
| Shirt | Blue shirt / blouse—long or short-sleeved |
| Trousers | Black tailored |
| Skirt | Dark grey pleated skirt to be worn with plain black tights |
| Tie | Relevant house tie |
| Shoes | Plain black shoes (not boots or trainers) |
| Socks (if wearing trousers) | Black or grey – if wearing trousers |
| Tights (if wearing a skirt) | Plain black tights -if wearing a skirt |
| Coat | Plain black—(optional) |
| Headscarf | Navy blue—(optional) |
PE Kit
| Compulsory | MSJ polo shirt Navy and royal blue short Navy Sports socks Trainers |
| Optional | MSJ track pants MSJ Navy sports legging MSJ Quarter zip top |
| Advisable | Gumshield |
MSJ badged items of uniform can be purchased in the following ways.
Suppliers which are not listed below are not approved stockists of the uniform. Some other local suppliers have unfortunately supplied incorrect items of uniform to our students. It is therefore vital that only the following approved suppliers are used:
Whittakers School Wear in Bolton
Uniform and PE kit
106 Deansgate
Bolton
BL1 1BD
Telephone 01204 389485
Ziggys Schoolwear in Farnworth
Uniform and PE kit
6 Brackley Street
Farnworth
Bolton
BL4 9DR
Telephone 01204 577211
Pale blue shirts and boys’ black school trousers are widely available at many retail outlets and supermarkets.
If you are entitled to a grant for school uniform, they are available through the one-stop shop. If you have any financial concerns regarding the uniform, then please contact the school.
Jewellery / Makeup / False Eyelashes / False Nails
There is a NO jewellery policy at Mount St Joseph, except for a watch. All jewellery will be confiscated by staff. Students will be monitored over time and persistent offenders will receive escalating consequences. Body piercing, false nails, false eyelashes, makeup and adornment of any form are not permitted. Students who refuse or are unable to remove jewellery will receive further consequences, i.e. isolation from lessons.
Hairstyles
- Extreme hairstyles (e.g. shaved heads, tramlines, unnatural colours and dreadlocks) are not acceptable. Boys are expected to be clean-shaven.
- Hairsprays/hair products are dangerous in labs/workshops and should not be used or brought to school.
- Hair accessories must be dark and discreet.
- Caps and hats must not be worn
Other information
- Smoking and vaping is strictly forbidden
- Chewing gum is not allowed in school
- Make-up should not be worn in school
- Expensive items should not be brought into school. This includes designer clothing
- Electrical items, such as speakers and ear phones must not be brought into school
What will happen if students choose not to follow the uniform policy?
Consequences: If students do not comply with all parts of the uniform regulations, they will be given the chance to remain in school and continue learning. However, should the student choose not to remove the offending item, or accept an alternative form of footwear, then an automatic isolation will be issued. This may also apply to other issues relating to incorrect uniform. In the case of jewellery, caps, hooded tops, electronic devices, these will be confiscated, parents notified and the item will be held in the main office until acknowledgement is received from a parent / carer, before being returned. However, in the case of persistent confiscation of any item(s) a parent / carer will be notified and will be asked to collect in person.
Students must accept responsibility for their own personal possessions and equipment whilst on the school site. Please avoid bringing expensive items into school.
The school will not be held responsible for any items of uniform or equipment lost or stolen in school.
