Petition · Department for Education
Require schools prioritise comfort in uniforms & more personal choice for pupils
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93 signatures
What the petition asks
Require schools to specifically prioritise comfort in uniforms and more personal choice for pupils in what they find to be more comfortable clothing. This could include schools explicitly permitting less formal clothing such as leggings or jeans, maybe even joggers, depending on preference.
I believe many children find the standard skirts/trousers uncomfortable, especially in winter when it is cold, and some children have insecurities about what they wear. I think introducing this requirement into the guidance for schools, for much greater flexibility, would help children feel more comfortable within school.
Timeline
| 27 Jan 2026 | Petition opened for signatures |
Key facts
Signatures
93
Status
Open for signatures
Department
Department for Education
Opened
27 Jan 2026
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Source: the official petition page. Last checked 26 Jul 2026.