Information for new pupils 2026
Transition Days
Our Transition Days will be held on 26th and 27th August.
Our Welcome Evening will be on Monday 6th July, 5:30pm-6:30pm.
Information and Induction day letter 2026
Compulsory Equipment
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All students should have the following equipment:
A whiteboard and pen will be provided for each student at the beginning of an academic year, replacements will be available to purchase in school if needed. |
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What lessons will I attend?
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You will have 30 lessons per week.
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Uniform
Main School Uniform
All students in all year groups will wear:
- Lowton High School branded jumper
- Plain blue shirt, worn correctly
- School year‑group tie (purchased from school and worn correctly)
- Plain black tailored trousers
- Black formal school shoes
Blazers are no longer part of the school uniform.
Transition Arrangements (September 2026 – September 2027)
- Students starting Year 7 in September 2026 must wear the revised uniform in full.
- Students in Years 8–11 in September 2026 will be allowed a one‑year transition period:
- Grey trousers or grey skirts may continue to be worn during this time if they meet school standards.
- Skirts must be knee‑length. If skirts are rolled up or deemed too short, students will be directed to wear trousers.
From September 2027, all students must wear plain black trousers.
Trousers
- Must be plain black, tailored, straight‑leg trousers
- No school logo is required
- Not permitted: skinny, flared or boot‑cut trousers
Shirts and Ties
- Shirts must be plain blue and worn tucked in
- Ties must be worn correctly at all times
- All students wear a year‑group coloured tie
Year‑group tie colours (2026–27):
- Year 7 – Purple
- Year 8 – Yellow
- Year 9 – Green
- Year 10 – Red
- Year 11 – Blue
Socks and Tights
- Plain black or grey socks only
- No patterns, bows, lace or visible branding
- Socks must be appropriate for school wear
Shoes
Smart black leather/ patent leather shoes without a logo only. No sportswear branded footwear is allowed. Please check with school if you are unsure about what to buy. Trainers, boots, canvas or leather pumps are not acceptable. In the event of extreme bad weather school will advise parents. If a student arrives in inappropriate footwear they will be provided with temporary black footwear or sent home to change.
Outdoor coats
Outdoor coats should be sensible and suitably protective. Students should wear them over their blazer, not instead of or under the blazer. They should be at least hip length and suitably moderate both in style and in cost. Bright colours, leather, leather look, denim and coats bearing large motifs are not acceptable. Students are not allowed to wear jackets, tracksuit tops, cardigans, gilets/body warmers, hooded sweatshirts, wind breakers or zip-up hooded tops. Once again, if unsure, please ask school and a decision will be made.
Hairstyles
Hairstyles should be appropriate for school. Extreme hairstyles, including markings in hair are not permitted. Hair colour should be natural, bright colours such as red, pink, blue or purple are not allowed.
The minimum length for haircuts is a number 1.
Make-up
Natural light make-up may be worn discreetly. Noticeable false eyelashes, heavy black eye make-up, mascara and blusher are not allowed.
The school will have the final decision in determining whether make-up is discreet.
Jewellery
One watch only. This cannot be a smart watch. No earrings, studs, body piercings, including tongue piercings are allowed.
Students will be asked to remove them and may be sent home.
Jewellery will be confiscated and returned at the end of the day. Any further occurrences will result in parents being asked to come into school to collect the jewellery.
Nails
Nail polish and false nails are not permitted and students will be asked to clean/remove them.
School PE Kit
Compulsory PE kit:
- Socks
- One option from shorts, leggings or tracksuit pants
- T-shirt
Additional items:
- 3/4 zip top
- Hooded top
- Rain jacket
Academic year 2024-25 will be a transition year for those students who do not need to replace kit which will allow them to continue wearing current PE kit items with the exception of the skort which will not be allowed from September 2024.
Ordering Uniform
For further details including how to purchase uniform please see the Uniform page.
Timings of the School Day
| Time | Activity |
| 8.30 | Morning Bell |
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8.35- 9.25 |
Lesson 1 |
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9.25-10.15 |
Lesson 2 |
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10.15-10.40 |
Break |
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10.40-11.30 |
Lesson 3 |
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11.30-12.20 |
Lesson 4 |
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12.20-12.45 |
Lunch: Years 7 and 8 |
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12.45-1.10 |
Lunch: Years 9, 10 and 11 |
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1.10-2.00 |
Lesson 5 |
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2.00-2.50 |
Lesson 6 |
ScoPay Online Payments
ScoPay will allow you to make payments onto your child's lunch account using the Internet via the ScoPay website or the ScoPay mobile app. For more information check out the ScoPay - Online Payments page.
Frequently Asked Questions
If I get lost?
Check your map, speak to an older pupil or go to Student Support in K block.
If I am late to school?
If you are very late, you must report to Reception to sign in. You will be required to attend a detention.
If I feel ill?
Tell the teacher that you are with at the time. If it is break or lunch, go to Student Support. You must NOT go home without going to Student Support first.
If I am having personal problems?
Talk to your form teacher or any member of staff with whom you feel comfortable. Go to Student Support at break, lunch or after school. Look at the ‘Here to Help’ board in your form room.
If I am finding the work too difficult?
Go to see your teacher before or after the lesson and explain your concerns. Do not suffer in silence, we are here to help you. Alternatively speak with your Form Tutor or Head of Year.
There are many adults in school who can help you. You can speak to your Teachers, Form Tutors, Head of Year or Student Support.
To do:
- Send your contact details to admissions@lowtonhs.wigan.sch.uk
- Note the important dates at the top of this page.
- Complete the 'Important information about your child' that has been sent to you by email.