Uniform and the Academy's Expectations

Our pupils are expected to look smart at all times and to be appropriately dressed in the Academy as per our uniform expectations. We comply with the DFE's guidance on affordable uniform by ensuring that you are provided with a branded jumper/cardigan per year and a tie. Every two years your child will be provided with a school PE kit too. This is at a cost of £15 for the bundle, but you are receiving in excess of £60 of uniform goods. In addition, when children join the school, in KS2 they are provided with a Rucksack and for children in the Early Years and KS1 they are provided with a book bag. There is no charge for these items.

We believe strongly that wearing the correct uniform is part of being ready to learn, part of belonging to a community which promotes a positive attitude along with preparing them for their secondary education and the world of work. That is why we take great pleasure in providing our children with as much uniform as possible so that they look the very best they can for a day at school - reflecting the pride we take in our environment and learning. Further information can be found in our Uniform Policy.

Uniform Guidance

Girls Uniform:

• White Shirt (can be bought from anywhere)
• Academy Jumper/Cardigan (Only available to be purchased from Schools In - one per year provided for free)
• Academy Tie (Only available to be purchased from the school office - one per year provided for free)
• Grey Skirt/Pinafore/Trousers (can be bought from anywhere)
• Grey Tights (can be bought from anywhere)
• White/Grey socks (can be bought from anywhere)

Boys Uniform:

• White Shirt (can be bought from anywhere)
• Academy Jumper/Cardigan (Only available to be purchased from Schools In - one per year provided for free)
• Academy Tie (Only available to be purchased from the school office - one per year provided for free)
• Grey Trousers (Grey shorts in the Summer may be worn) (can be bought from anywhere)

NB Please make sure that all clothing is clearly labelled with child’s name. (Sew-in labels or marker pen are ideal for this purpose).

Shoes

Based on what the School Council suggested, children may now wear slippers once inside the building should they wish. They can wear trainers or shoes to come to school and wear when outdoors, but they are most welcome to change into their slippers.

Children who do not wish to do this may wear their school shoes as normal. Please note, wearing trainers instead of shoes is not an option; only slippers.

Jewellery, Make Up, Nails and Hair

Children may wear watches. If your child does wear earrings they must be studs only and children must be able to remove the earrings themselves in order to take part in a PE lesson. This is current health and safety legislation which we must adhere to. Children must not wear make-up, have nails painted or wear false nails.

Hair Colour

Natural colours only. Hairstyles should be kept simple and no bizarre hairstyles should be seen during the school term (the Trustees and Head Teacher reserve the right to make a final decision if necessary). If you are unsure whether a hairstyle would be appropriate or not, come in and ask the Head Teacher BEFORE having it done.

Additional Fashion items and Gadgets

Please note that children should not wear the “whatever is current” hair accessory or fashion accessory with their normal school uniform, but should save these items for school disco days or home clothes days. The same applies to “on trend gadgets”. The list includes items like fidget spinners but other items will develop over the course of the year as manufacturers seek to produce new items.