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Uniform policy change: letter to parents and carers

Use our template letter to communicate changes to your uniform policy, so parents and carers understand how you're securing best value for money and know when any changes will come into force.

Last reviewed on 5 November 2025See updates
School types: All•School phases: All•Ref: 43464
Contents
  1. Download and adapt our template letter
  2. Examples of letters from schools 

Download and adapt our template letter

Use our template letter to any outline changes to your uniform policy. You can use it to communicate changes you've made:

  • To meet the incoming requirements on limits to compulsory branded items
  • To make sure your school uniform is affordable for parents/carers
KeyDoc: school uniform policy change letter for parents/carers – template DOCX, 127.0 KB
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Examples of letters from schools 

Keyingham Primary School, East Riding of Yorkshire, informed parents/carers of a change to a trust-wide uniform. It explains that this was done to increase cost efficiency, and lays out transition details. Find the letter here (at the bottom of the page).

Longendale High School, Tameside, sent a letter to parents/carers explaining that only 4 compulsory branded items, including a school tie, would now be required. Find the letter here (under 'May 2025').