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Specialists in multi-channel schoolwear retailing

Stevensons - your ideal school uniform partner• A long-established, experienced retailer providing great service, quality and value since 1925.

• Trusted by more than 350 schools to supply them with their uniform and sportswear needs, including over 20% of The Times Top Independent schools.

• A true multi-channel retailer: online shopping, retail branches, on campus school shops, order hotline, school selling events and direct wholesale supply.

01727 815715 | [email protected] www.stevensons.co.uk

“After looking at 5 suppliers, we appointed Stevensons for their excellent quality of clothing at realistic prices. We were very impressed with the professional service and extensive range of schoolwear and accessories, and the specialist advice provided by Stevensons gave us confidence to make an informed decision regarding the new uniform.” Elaine Bivins, Bursar, Grace Dieu Manor School

Hello,


As the grandsons of the original founder of Stevensons we are dedicated to running a successful school uniform company. We are passionate about delivering a great service and quality products to schools and parents and have a dynamic, youthful, yet experienced team behind us.

Our business is growing which in part, is due to the variety of supply options we offer, built around our school uniform and sportswear expertise, which allows us to tailor our service directly to the needs of your parents and your school.

We control our entire supply chain from manufacturing to garment personalisation for complete satisfaction and quality control. Our 85 years experience in clothing retailing and our extensive knowledge of the schoolwear industry means we deliver the very best quality and service.

We hope we can be of service to you.

Mark Stevenson John Stevenson

Just a few of the schools we serve…

City of London School for Girls

Akeley Wood School

Abbey School

Alton Convent School

Aldenham School

Abingdon School

Badminton School

Bruton School for Girls

Bournemouth Collegiate School

Ashville College

Crosfields School

St. Paul’s Girls’ School

Downe House School

Nottingham Girls’ High School

Oxford High School

Headington School

Edge Grove School

Forest School

Dragon School

Farnborough Hill School

Haberdashers’ Aske’s School for Girls

Lady Eleanor Holles School

Maynard School

St Helen and St Katharine School

St Albans High School for Girls

St Edward’s School

St James’s Independent Schools

Pipers Corner School

St Swithun’s School

Talbot Heath School

New Hall School

Queenswood School

Reading Blue Coat School

A flair for design

Redesigns of school uniform and sportswear have become widespread in recent years with schools looking at new styles and taking advantage of the latest fabrics. Stevensons has the specialist experience to advise throughout the whole process of uniform redesign.

Since 1925 our expert knowledge of retail and clothing manufacture combined with our supply management expertise means we can offer an unparalleled collection of garments for your school. So, not only will your uniform create the right image, it will be durable, affordable and available to buy all year round.

For more information or to start designing your uniform call us on 01727 815715.

Helping you make the transition

• Free consultations with storyboards of uniform recommendations showcasing new designs

• Specialist advice on the manufacturing processes and suitability

• Garment and fabric samples supplied for trial testing


“Thank you for the colossal effort that has gone into the realisation of our new uniform. Our children look splendid, a significant improvement. Your flexibility, attention to detail and tolerance have been exemplary.”David Chappell, Holland Park School

Quality throughout


We can supply the product range you need, selecting from our range of trusted suppliers, whom we have worked with for many years, to ensure complete quality and supply satisfaction.

The shape, style and fit of our garments is continually reviewed by us to ensure they are in line with current styles and trends.

Whether you require standard school uniform or tailor-made garments using special fabrics with bespoke styling, we will tailor our service to you choosing from our extensive product range and multiple supply options.

“The quality of the items bought over the last 2 years has been wonderful, so much so that my daughter has worn the same 2 skirts & 4 pullovers in the 2 year period.” Mrs Kilvington, Haberdashers’ Aske’s School for Girls

• Garments selected for durability, quality, performance and style

• Uniform designed with expert knowledge to complement your school colours and logo

• Cut and fit constantly reviewed in line with changing trends

Rever collar blouse

Charcoal Jacket with red trim

Charcoal skirt with two red inverted pleats

Knitted Jumper- Red

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Long sleeve rever collar blouse with bottle piping

Knitted Jumper-bottle with two green stripes in V

Venetian stripe blazer

Bottle skirt with side button and zip

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Working closely with you, your parents and staff, we can help you create the right design and image your players deserve, whether it’s an upgrade in fit and quality, or a complete redesign. Using our own embroidery and printing facility we can assist with all aspects of personalisation.

If a complete sportswear review is required we will show you how your sportswear might look via design concepts, fabric and clothing samples, ensuring wearability and modern styling, whilst maintaining affordability for parents. We constantly update all our partner schools with new ideas and ranges to keep sportswear modern, innovative and geared to performance.

We can also supply teams, clubs and tours with an extensive range of sportswear and equipment.

Contact John Stevenson for more info on 01727 815715.

Sportswear and teamwear


A team that looks good often performs well which is certainly true of Crosfields School who, since the introduction of their new sports kit, have enjoyed a successful start to the summer with the relay team scooping Silver at the IAPS National Swimming Championships.

For more info on bespoke sportswear contact John Stevenson on 01727 815715.

“Crosfields has received a service from Stevensons that has been second to none. The design procedure, communication, ability to meet deadlines, and sampling process has led to us arriving at a range of kit that looks fantastic and will, I am sure, be the envy of many of our local schools.” Gareth Edwards, Director of Sports, Crosfields School

Sportswear assists winning performance

• Modern and innovative styling

• Performance cut for both boys and girls

• Breathable, easy care fabrics, resistant to creasing

• Clothing for all sports activities

• Bespoke and standard ranges to suit your school colours


Multi-channel retailing – convenience for parents

Shopping in store

At Stevensons we believe our USP is that we can offer schools the right package for their needs, selecting from our extensive range of services whilst offering supply options that are right for each school.

Our ethos is to provide excellent customer service to parents, ensuring the availability of uniforms throughout the year, and to fit all pupils regardless of size including a bespoke tailoring and alteration service.

• Online - 24/7 ordering with next day despatch for stock items

• In store - all you need in our one-stop shops

• Customer service helpline – to advise and assist

• On site - fully managed on campus shops

• Pop-up shops – on campus selling events for parents’ convenience

• Direct supply - for schools managing their own shop

Stevensons has some of the largest schoolwear-specific retail outlets in the country serving over 350 schools providing a one stop shop for the convenience of your parents.

Many parents like to try before they buy and being able to check sizing is essential for all new starters. For those schools at a distance from our branches, we provide parents with pop-up shops on school premises, supported by our online shop.


Online Shopping

In Store Shopping

Popup Shops

Telephone Ordering

“Many thanks for sending through my order so quickly, which arrived within two days. It has saved me a visit to your shop - I am very impressed with your website and the speed of delivery.”Joyce Chaytor, St Albans High School parent

Online uniform shop www.stevensons.co.uk

Stevensons online operation:

• 350 dedicated online school shops

• 86,300 online customers and growing

• 6,500+ orders despatched each month

Our easy to use online uniform shop is complemented by our order hotline service for those who prefer the personal approach. Imagine the simplicity of ordering all items of your school uniform one morning and having it delivered to your door the very next day.

Stevenson’s returns rate is lower than the industry average which is due in part to our experienced staff, who with their extensive experience and product knowledge can helpfully advise those parents unsure of product sizing. The highest level of returns are always associated with new starters to a school. For schools outside our catchment area, we address this by offering a sample set of sizes for schools to hold and provide pop-up shops on school premises, where we bring a full range of uniform for sale. This has proven to be very successful.


Stevensons can offer schools a fully-managed school shop service where the entire day-to-day operation of the shop is taken over relieving the school of the responsibility to allocate time and resources to staffing, stock control and sales.

We install at our cost fully computerised tills which provide live stock management information back to Head Office, ensuring accurate stock replenishment.

If you would prefer to manage your own school shop, we also supply our entire range direct and in bulk to schools.

“Opening a school shop has been the best thing for St. Gabriel’s School – and the proof of that is I do not have any unhappy parents after back to school. Stevensons have been very professional and done all that they said they would.”

Alun Jones, Headteacher, St. Gabriel’s School, Newbury

On campus school shops

Stevensons managed school shop service

• Financial reimbursement for current stock

• No ongoing financial involvement required

• Account card payment facility

• Other services provided: tuck, stationery, toiletries, sports equipment

• Supported by the convenience of online ordering

We manage 17 on campus schools shops including:

Akeley Wood, Buckingham Aldenham, Elstree Ashville College, Harrogate Badminton, Bristol Bilton Grange Prep School, Rugby Downe House, Thatcham Forest School, Walthamstow Havelock Academy, Grimsby Holland Park, London Malcolm Arnold Academy, Northampton New Hall, Chelmsford Quinton House, Northampton St. Gabriel’s, Newbury St. Swithun’s, Winchester The Abbey School, Reading The Beacon School, Amersham Virgo Fidelis Convent Senior School, London


No obligation consultation

Understanding your needs is key as each school has different, specific requirements. Stevensons provides a no obligation consultation where we discuss what you want to achieve, talk through the issues and recommend a solution that works for you.

Once we have a clear idea of your needs, we will present a full range of garment samples, and if a redesign is required, provide storyboards and material swatches to stimulate the imagination and create the right uniform for you.

We can even help you clear stock and exit existing contracts. Call us on 01727 815715 for more info.

Reasons to talk to Stevensons

• Parents not getting the service they deserve

• Internet-only solution not working for parents

• Current product quality not acceptable

• Full uniform review needed

• In-house school shop too much of a burden

• Current supplier has poor stock holding


“It’s difficult to improve on such a great set up. I’ve shopped online, over the phone and in person

and I’ve always been very impressed with your service. It takes all the stress out of uniform buying, thank you!” Mrs Carter, Westminster Cathedral Choir School parent

Uniform House Acrewood Way St. Albans Hertfordshire AL4 0JYTel: 01727 815715 Email: [email protected]

Head Office

131-135 Victoria Street St Albans Hertfordshire AL1 3XS Tel: 01727 815700 Email: [email protected]

St Albans Branch

Twickenham Branch

1-15 Heath Road Twickenham Middlesex TW1 4DBTel: 020 8892 2201 Email: [email protected]

Next Steps Call us for a chat on 01727 815715 about how we can help you with your school uniform and sportswear requirements.

www.stevensons.co.uk

Bournemouth Branch

148-150 Seabourne Road Bournemouth Dorset BH5 2JATel: 01202 425192 Email: [email protected]

Oxford Branch

245 Banbury Road Oxford Oxfordshire OX2 7HNTel: 01865 554559 Email: [email protected]

Reading Branch

11-12 Market Place Reading Berkshire RG1 2EG Tel: 01189 596462 Email: [email protected]

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Specialists in multi-channel schoolwear retailing · PDF fileWe control our entire supply chain from manufacturing to garment personalisation for complete satisfaction and ... Since