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We work with thousands of secondary schools all across the UK, supplying high-quality secondary school ties and public school ties made with yarn that comes from recycled plastic bottles rather than oil. Not only can we offer very fast delivery, as our ties are woven here in the UK, but we also offer a price match so you can move to eco ties from your current non-recycled ties for the same price or less. We can provide an exact copy of your existing tie, just pop it in the post to us.
Or chat to us on 01922 612888, email or live chat about your new ideas and we’ll happily send you artwork and samples to help in your decision.
Secondary School Ties For Different Houses
We can provide high school ties for your schoolhouses, with minimums as low as 50, and can also supply your main school tie split between particular house colours or incorporating your house logo in just four weeks. We can manufacture to different lengths and also offer a number of fastenings including clip on and velcro to ensure all ties sit in the same unified position when worn.
Public School Ties
For something other than your primary, or secondary school uniform ties, we can also cater for any special achievement, prefect, sixth form, sport team ties, and much more. We also offer a range of other school products including badges, schoolwear and accessories; see our related products page for further information.
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Mike2025-04-28 17:52:372025-08-18 12:13:08Eco-Ties For Eastbury Farm Junior SchoolFrequently Asked Questions
How can Keltic help differentiate ties for different houses or year groups in a secondary school?
Keltic can incorporate subtle design variations to distinguish houses or year groups while keeping a cohesive overall look. A common approach is using different colored stripes or logos for each house. For example, the tie pattern might be the same (say, a double-stripe pattern), but House A’s tie has blue stripes, House B’s has green, etc. They can also add a small house emblem or letter if needed. For year groups or prefects, some schools have special ties (like a tie with a gold stripe for prefects). Keltic can manage all these in one production run, ensuring each version is correct. With minimum orders as low as 50, you can feasibly do a unique tie for each house and one for prefects or sixth form, etc., if your student population supports those quantities.
Our secondary school has a strict uniform policy – will clip-on ties be an option to maintain uniformity?
Yes, many secondary schools now prefer clip-on ties to ensure every student’s tie is worn at the proper length and neatness. Keltic provides clip-on versions that use the exact same fabric and design as the self-tie version. The result is a uniform appearance – no loosely tied knots or super long/short ties. Clip-ons also have safety benefits and prevent any fashion “rebellions” like overly large knots. If your policy is strict, clip-on ties are a great solution and Keltic can supply them for the whole school or even just certain lower year groups. They attach easily to a standard dress shirt collar and always sit perfectly.
How do Keltic’s ties support the large volume and wear-and-tear of a secondary school?
Keltic’s ties are highly durable, which is crucial in a secondary school setting where they’ll be worn daily, yanked off at 3 pm, stuffed in bags, and so on. The recycled polyester fabric is chosen because it resists wrinkling and abrasion. The colors are locked in, so even with daily use and occasional washing, they won’t fade noticeably through the school year. Moreover, Keltic’s ties are handmade with quality stitching – they won’t fall apart at the seams as some cheaper mass-produced ties might. Many large UK schools use Keltic ties and find they outlast the academic year easily (some students even reuse them for multiple years if they don’t lose them!). For very large orders, Keltic’s capacity is up to the task – they can produce ties in the thousands and have done so for big academies.
Can we get a different tie design for sixth form or senior students?
Yes, that’s a common practice and Keltic can do it. Many secondary schools give sixth formers a distinct tie (for example, a different color scheme or a more sophisticated pattern) to signify their senior status. Keltic will design a senior tie that still complements the lower school tie but has distinguishing features – perhaps adding the school crest or changing the stripe style for sixth form. They can maintain your core colors so it’s still recognizably the same school. Since sixth form is usually smaller in number, Keltic’s flexibility with order size is helpful; as long as you meet a minimum of ~50, you can have that separate design. This is a great way to reward senior students and give them a sense of maturity, and Keltic can ensure the quality is identical across both types of ties.
How do the eco-friendly aspects benefit a secondary school?
Secondary students are at an age where they can really appreciate the meaning of sustainability. By switching to Keltic’s eco ties, you can incorporate it into the curriculum or school culture. For instance, in science or geography class, you might discuss how each tie uses yarn from plastic bottles and what impact that has. The school could display how many bottles were recycled for the whole school’s ties – which could be hundreds or thousands of bottles each year depending on your size. It sets an example that even in school uniform choices, the community is considering the environment. Additionally, older students often respond positively to the idea of supporting recycled products, and it might spur them to suggest other eco-initiatives. On a practical note, being eco-friendly doesn’t raise costs (thanks to price matching), and the ties’ quality aligns with strict uniform standards. So it’s an educational win and a practical win.
Our school has students in different physical builds; do the ties accommodate that (especially clip-ons)?
Keltic’s standard tie length works for the vast majority of students. For clip-on ties, they come in set lengths (usually a “one size” that approximates a well-tied tie of proper length). This fits most secondary students, but if you have notably shorter or taller students, Keltic can provide a proportionate mix. They might offer a slightly shorter clip-on for the smallest Year 7s and a slightly longer version for very tall sixth formers, for example. In self-tie versions, length isn’t an issue as students can adjust (though they supply a generous length that even larger students can tie to proper length easily). If there are specific concerns (like a need for extra long ties for some students), Keltic can handle special requests as part of the order.
What is the ordering and reordering process like?
The initial order involves designing the ties, which Keltic makes easy with free visuals and samples. Once the design is set and your first batch is delivered, reordering is straightforward. Keltic will have your design on file, so you can simply call or email saying, for example, “We need 100 more Year 7 ties and 50 more sixth form ties.” They’ll produce those (likely even faster since design phase is done – often still within a few weeks). There’s no need to redesign unless you want changes. This is great for when new students join mid-year or if stock runs low. Keltic can also discuss a stock-holding arrangement: some schools ask Keltic to keep a small inventory for them to enable immediate dispatch for top-up orders. Overall, they become a long-term uniform partner, ensuring you can keep consistency year after year with minimal hassle.
