What is our Uniform?

All pupils attending Lochaber High School are expected to wear the uniform detailed below

• Plain white school shirt (long or short sleeve)
• School tie (available to buy at school office)
• Plain black jumper or cardigan (with or without school logo)
• Plain black trousers, jeans or skirt 
• Plain black leggings or jeggings (suitable thickness to prevent being see-through)
• Plain black shoes or trainers

Pupils should NOT wear the following:

• Ripped jeans
• Jogging bottoms
• See through leggings or fishnet tights
• Shorts
• Hoodies or tops with prominent logos
• White or coloured trainers
• Clothing, scarves or badges related to football teams or other organisations
• All pupils will be asked to remove outdoor clothing in class (jackets, scarves, gloves etc)

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Where to buy it?

​There is no requirement to purchase from any particular supplier.

We have arranged with School Wear Made Easy to stock our crested jumpers and cardigans if you would like to purchase from them.

You can also get clothes delivered to the local M&S store for collection. 

Trousers, skirts, shirts, jumpers and cardigans without logos are also available from Tesco, Asda, M&S and host of other suppliers. 

All pupils are required to wear a black and red school tie. These can be purchased from the school office for £4.00. S6 who successfully become prefects will be given a black a white tie free of charge, in place of their black and red tie.
 
It is strongly recommended that all school uniform clothing is labelled with the pupil’s name. You can order iron-on name tags from Gilmour Sports or from a number of different suppliers online.

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Why is School Uniform Important?

​Equity
School uniforms create a sense of equality among students, as everyone is dressed in the same way regardless of their socioeconomic background or personal fashion choices.

Discipline
Wearing a school uniform promotes discipline among students, as they are expected to adhere to a certain dress code and behave appropriately while wearing it.

Safety
School uniforms can improve safety by making it easier for staff to identify students and unauthorised individuals on school grounds.

Focus on Learning
School uniforms can eliminate distractions and allow students to focus on learning rather than on fashion or appearance.

​Cost-effective
School uniforms can be cost-effective for families, as they eliminate the need for expensive or trendy clothing and can be reused for multiple years.

School Pride
School uniforms can instil a sense of school pride and belonging among students, as they are representing their school and its values while wearing the uniform.

Minimise Bullying
School uniforms can minimise bullying, as they prevent students from being singled out or teased for their clothing choices.

Professionalism
School uniforms can prepare students for the professional world, as they become accustomed to adhering to dress codes and presenting themselves in a certain way.

Clothing Grants/Free School Meal

Free school meals and assistance with school clothing can be claimed if you are receiving any one of the following:

• Income Support
• Universal Credit (where the monthly earned income does not exceed £726).
• Income-based Job Seekers Allowance
• Any income related element of Employment and Support Allowance
• Child Tax Credit, but not in receipt of Working Tax Credit, and your income is less than £18,725 (as assessed by the HMRC)
• Child Tax Credit and Working Tax Credit and an income below £8,717 (as assessed by the HMRC)
• Support under Part VI of the Immigration and Asylum Act 1999
• Pension Credit Guaranteed Credit

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A copy of the ‘Free School Meals and Assistance with School Clothing’ form is available from the school office or can be downloaded from the school or Highland Council website.