School Uniform (Pre-Nursery to XII)
At Stepping Stones Senior Secondary School, wearing the school uniform fosters a sense of equality, pride, discipline, and belonging. Explore comprehensive summer, winter, house, and sports uniform specifications.
Official School Uniform & Notice Chart
Click on any photo below to inspect the complete uniform ensemble and the official published guidelines chart in high definition.
Stepping Stones Official Uniform Display
Features the signature powder blue shirt with embroidered school crest, diagonal striped tie, crested buckle belt, pleated grey shorts & skirts, navy blue V-neck knitwear, navy blazer with brass buttons, and senior grey overcoat.
Official School Uniform Matrix & Notes
The verified circular detailing exact fabric specifications, grade brackets (Pre-Nursery to Class V and Classes VI to XII), Friday white uniform, P.T. footwear, and cycling shorts / bloomers regulations.
Uniform Specifications by Season & Category
Select a season below to view precise gender-wise and grade-wise dress codes prescribed by the school administration.
Summer Uniform (April to October)
Lightweight, breathable terrycot uniform designed for comfort in the Chandigarh summer climate.
Summer Dress Code (Boys)
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Powder Blue Half Sleeves Shirt Crafted from fine breathable poly-cotton with the school embroidered monogram crest on the front pocket.
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Medium Grey Shorts (Pre-Nur to Class V) Tailored pleated medium grey shorts with side pockets and belt loops for boys up to Class 5th.
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Medium Grey Trousers (Class VI to XII) Smart formal full-length medium grey trousers with straight cut and belt loops for Classes 6th through 12th.
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Grey Nylon Socks Grey nylon calf-length socks featuring signature powder blue stripes on the top rib.
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Black Leather Shoes Standard school black leather shoes with laces (or velcro for pre-primary), well-polished daily.
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School Tie & Belt Official maroon & sky blue striped school tie and maroon/sky blue woven belt with brass buckle.
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Powder Blue Patka For Sikh boys: neat Powder Blue Patka on all standard school days (White on Fridays).
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P.T. Days Special Grey socks and clean White P.T. sports shoes on designated physical education / drill days.
Summer Dress Code (Girls)
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Powder Blue Half Sleeves Shirt Smart collar powder blue half sleeves shirt with school monogram crest.
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Terrycot Medium Grey Tunic (Pre-Nur to Class V) Pleated comfortable terrycot pinafore/tunic knee-length for junior girls up to Class 5th.
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Terrycot Medium Grey Divided Skirt (Class VI to XII) Pleated divided skirt knee-length providing maximum modesty, mobility, and ease in daily school movement.
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Grey Cycling Shorts / Bloomers (Mandatory) Grey cycling shorts or long bloomers must be worn under tunics and skirts, especially on P.T. and sports days.
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Grey Nylon Socks Grey nylon calf-length socks with powder blue accent stripes.
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Black Leather Shoes Black leather school shoes with buckles/straps or laces, polished every morning.
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School Tie & Belt Official school striped tie and crested belt.
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Powder Blue Ribbon or Hair Band Girls with long hair must tie it in braids or ponytail using Powder Blue ribbons or plain hair bands.
Winter Uniform (November to March)
Smart and comfortable formal winter wear tailored with high-quality warm woolen materials.
Winter Dress Code (Boys)
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Powder Blue Full Sleeves Shirt Formal full-sleeved shirt with buttoned cuffs, stiff collar, and embroidered school pocket crest.
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Grey Woolen Trousers Warm medium grey trousers tailored for comfort throughout the winter months.
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Navy Blue V-Neck Pullover / Sweater Knitted navy blue woollen sweater with characteristic dual-color striped border around the V-neck.
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Navy Blue School Blazer with Crest Single-breasted navy blue formal school blazer featuring golden brass buttons and the official embroidered crest.
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Grey Woollen Socks Warm grey woollen socks keeping students snug during cold winter assemblies and classrooms.
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Black Leather Shoes Clean polished formal black leather shoes with laces.
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School Tie & Belt Official school tie and crested belt.
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Navy Blue Caps or Scarfs (If Required) Plain navy blue caps or scarfs are permitted during peak winter chills.
Winter Dress Code (Girls)
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Powder Blue Full Sleeves Shirt Full-sleeved powder blue button-down shirt with school pocket crest.
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Grey Trousers or Skirts up to Class XII Warm grey woolen trousers or woolen pleated skirts with thick grey stockings.
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Navy Blue V-Neck Pullover / Sweater Fine knit navy blue sweater with signature striped neckband.
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Navy Blue School Blazer with Crest High quality navy blue blazer with golden brass buttons and embroidered school crest on the chest pocket.
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Grey Woollen Socks / Stockings Comfortable grey woollen socks or warm stockings for girls choosing skirts.
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Black Leather Shoes Black formal leather shoes, polished daily.
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School Tie & Belt Official school tie and crested belt.
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Powder Blue Ribbon or Hair Band & Navy Scarf Hair tied neatly with powder blue ribbon; plain navy blue caps or scarfs permitted in severe cold.
Friday House Uniform & Sports Attire
Dynamic, energetic dress code promoting team spirit, physical education, and intra-school competitions.
Kindergarten Tracksuits & Woollen Socks
On Fridays, students of Kindergarten (Pre-Nur, Nur, KG) wear the official school Track Suit along with woollen socks, ensuring complete warmth, agility, and freedom of play during outdoor games and motor skill sessions.
- Official School Sports Tracksuit
- Comfortable sports footwear
- Warm woollen socks during winter
White Uniform with House T-Shirt
From KG upwards, all students wear the pristine White Uniform paired with their allocated House T-Shirt every Friday and on all Inter-House Athletics and Cultural Meet days.
- Allocated House T-Shirt with collar
- Pristine white trousers / white divided skirts
- Clean white P.T. shoes & white socks
- White patka (for Sikh boys)
- White hair ribbons / bands (for girls)
P.T. Days & Sports Activity Rules
Stepping Stones prioritizes sportsmanship and safety. Strict adherence to physical education attire is mandatory for all practical sessions:
- P.T. Shoes: Standard white P.T. sports shoes must be worn on designated physical activity days.
- Modesty & Ease: Grey cycling shorts or long bloomers must be worn by girls under skirts on P.T. days.
- Proper non-marking soles required on badminton and indoor sports courts.
Uniform Structure Across Grade Levels
An at-a-glance reference guide summarizing the clothing items per student grade level.
Personal Grooming & Uniform Regulations
Maintaining high standards of personal appearance reflects self-respect and pride in the school institution.
Cleanliness & Ironing
Students are expected to attend school in clean, crisp, and properly ironed uniforms each day. Damaged, unstitched, or faded attire must be replaced promptly.
Footwear Standards
Standard black leather shoes must be polished mirror-bright every morning. White P.T. shoes must remain spotless on Fridays and drill days. Fashion or canvas shoes with regular uniform are not permitted.
Hair & Headgear
Boys must maintain short, neat, and non-faddish haircuts. Sikh boys must tie a powder blue patka on normal days and a white patka on Fridays. Girls with shoulder-length or longer hair must tie two neat braids with powder blue ribbons.
Tie, Belt & Identity Card
The school tie, crested belt, and school RFID identity card are compulsory parts of the everyday uniform and must be worn correctly during all school hours.
Forbidden Accessories
Jewelry, makeup, nail polish, colored hair clips, smartwatches with communication capabilities, tattoos, and non-prescribed jackets are strictly prohibited inside the school premises.
Severe Weather Concessions
During intense cold spells in Chandigarh (December & January), plain navy blue woollen caps, gloves, and scarfs without logos or designs may be worn over the standard uniform.
Important Note for Parents & Guardians
All parents are advised to clearly mark the name, class, and section of their ward with a permanent laundry marker on the inner labels of all blazers, sweaters, tracksuits, and caps to prevent accidental loss or mix-ups in school cloakrooms.
Frequently Asked Questions
Helpful answers regarding uniform procurement, maintenance, and schedule changes.
Parents are free to purchase the prescribed uniform materials and accessories from authorized local uniform vendors in Chandigarh, or procure cloth and have it stitched precisely as per the school's sample pattern, color tone, and embroidered crest standards available at the school reception.
Students of Pre-Primary and Primary wings (Pre-Nursery to Class V) are permitted to wear decent, modest casual birthday attire on their birthday. Students of Classes VI onwards are requested to wear regular school uniform with pride on their special day.
Each student is assigned to one of the four prestigious school Houses upon admission. Each house has a distinctive team color. Students must wear their designated House T-shirt every Friday with white trousers/divided skirts for inter-house events and physical training.
Yes. As officially notified in the school regulations chart, grey cycling shorts or long bloomers are strictly mandatory for girls under tunics and skirts, especially during physical training, dance, yoga, and games classes.
The transition typically occurs in early November for winter uniform and in early April for summer uniform. Formal circulars specifying the exact dates depending on seasonal weather forecasts are issued via SchoolPad to all parents.
Need Help with Uniform Specifications?
For sample viewings, queries on stitching patterns, or replacement of school crest badges, please reach out to the school administrative desk.