Direct Clothing

Bespoke school uniforms and corporate clothing in the United Kingdom

Direct Clothing is an independent clothing supplier that has been operating for over twenty years. Its catalogue covers school uniforms, sportswear and corporate or promotional clothing, with a bespoke tailoring option. The company presents itself as a partner to some of the most prestigious schools and businesses in the United Kingdom.

Two lines of business: families and educational institutions

The website organises its offering around two distinct audiences. For families, it offers a school uniform purchasing service with the option to locate the specific school and place an order online. For schools, it positions itself as a uniform supplier and offers a direct supply route, with on-site school shops, online ordering and comprehensive support to make switching suppliers easier.

Network of schools served

The company has agreements with a broad list of educational institutions, both private and state, in various parts of the United Kingdom. Among the schools linked to its catalogue are Ballard, Bishop Wordsworth's, Caldicott Preparatory, Chard Prep, Charters, Copthorne Preparatory, Cox Green, Eastcourt Independent, Elstree, Forres Sandle Manor, Glebelands, Godstowe Preparatory, Hazlegrove Preparatory, Heathrow Primary, Holy Trinity CE Primary, Hurst Lodge, Lucton, Maltman's Green, Moor Park, Moulsford Preparatory, Papplewick, Perins School, Port Regis, Staines Preparatory, St Hilary's School, St Paul's Academy, St Winefride's RC Independent School, Walhampton, Westbourne House, West Hill Park School and Wolverhampton Grammar School.

In addition to uniforms, the website includes a sports team section, with examples such as Hearts of Teddlothian and Wolverhampton Grammar Cricket.

Service and purchasing terms

The company describes its service as efficient, reliable and personalised, and notes that its prices are competitive. It offers free advice and the option to request a quote online. Orders are shipped within two to three days and there is a thirty-day return policy for a refund. Customer support is available Monday to Friday, 9:00 to 17:00.

The purchasing process requires selecting the pupil's school first and, once the order has been placed, registering on the platform. Order confirmation is sent by email.

Useful information for families

The website answers frequently asked questions about finding the school in the website listing, whether there is an on-site shop, whether registration is required and receiving order confirmation. It also includes links to privacy policies, terms and conditions, returns policy, garment care and anti-slavery statement.