School Uniforms

As the current school year comes to a close, we want to ensure all families are informed about the Derby Public School uniform program guidelines and ordering process for the upcoming academic year. The first day of school is September 1, and we strongly encourage families to place orders early to avoid processing delays or backlogs in mid-August.

How to Order

Website: Place your orders directly through the Derby Public Schools Uniform Portal.
Process: You do not need to create an account. Simply select "Create Order" to begin. You can order all your required sizes, quantities, and colors in a single transaction.
Payment: Orders must be placed online and paid by credit card to be processed.

Order Processing & Timing

Orders are submitted to our vendor on a weekly basis, typically on Fridays.

Lead Time: Please allow approximately two weeks for delivery, as the vendor must order the apparel and apply the logos. For example, orders submitted to us on a Monday will be placed with the vendor that Friday, with pick-up available two weeks later.
Notification: Families will receive an email notification as soon as their uniform order is ready for pick-up.

Sizing & Exchanges

Because we will no longer accept uniform exchanges after pick-up, we highly recommend verifying your size prior to ordering.

Try-On Sessions: Visit our offices at 35 Fifth Street with your child to try on sample sizes.
Note on Sizing: Based on parent feedback from last year, Youth Small polos run small, and Adult Large polos run large/long.
Fitting Hours: Our office is open Monday through Friday from 8:30 AM to 4:00 PM. Later evening pick-ups or fittings can be arranged by appointment by emailing Uniforms@derbyps.org.

Pick-Up Location

Uniforms can be picked up throughout the summer at 35 Fifth Street – Monday thru Friday – 8:30 AM till 4 PM.

Policy Reminders

We are pleased to announce that our vendor will maintain the same high-quality brands and hold current pricing steady for the upcoming year. A full copy of the Derby Public School Uniform Policy is linked here for your reference. Policy 5132 - Dress and Grooming effective Sept 2025_Page_1.jpg

Tops: Solid-colored polos or crewneck shirts ordered through the Derby Public Schools Uniform Portal.
Bottoms: Khaki style in either khaki (beige) or black.

Please be certain that the material is khaki. Jeans or jean material is not in compliance with the policy. Cargo pants are not in compliance. Some suggestions for finding uniform khaki items locally would be Target, Walmart, Kohls, Old Navy, GAP and Children’s Place.

There is a document linked here with “Frequently Asked Questions” where you may find helpful information.

Frequently Asked Questions about School Uniforms June 2026.docx

NOTE: Students who will be entering Derby Public Schools for the first time in September will need to place their uniform order at the time their registration is complete.

Please contact Uniforms@derbyps.org with any questions or to schedule an evening fitting appointment

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