ALL CHILDREN ARE EXPECTED TO WEAR THE ACADEMY UNIFORM

The Academy has adopted the type of uniform worn in all good educational establishments. It is intended to present a positive image and represent the high standards we expect of our students. We ask for the support of parents/carers in buying the correct items of uniform, in the first instance, and by ensuring their child wears them correctly in school. The dress code is also intended to respect cultural sensitivities. Please note asterisked items on uniform lists (*) may be purchased from shops other than Nationwide School Uniform.

We expect our students to be neat, tidy and smartly dressed as would be expected in any place of employment. Exceptions will only be made where there is a valid medical or cultural reason why a student cannot wear a particular uniform item, or has to wear an additional garment. Parents should check with the Student Progress Manager if they have any doubt about the suitability of any items of clothing they intend to buy for students to wear in school.

• Uniform

  • The uniform requirements are listed. Top buttons and ties should be done up at all times and shirts/blouses tucked into trousers/skirts.
     

• Hair

  • Hair should be a suitable, neat and tidy style. It should be a single, natural colour.
  • Hair length should be no shorter than grade 2 and there should be no tram lines or edges in the hair or eyebrows.
  • Fashion hair accessories (including hats, caps and bandanas) are unacceptable.
  • Dark plain hair bands and bobbles are allowed. Long hair must be tied back for practical work.
     

• Nails

  • Nail varnish and false nails are not allowed.

• Make up

  • Make-up must be discreet and acceptable to the Senior Leadership Team and Student Progress Managers.
  • False eyelashes are not acceptable.

• Coats

  • Fashion garments such as denim, hoodies, sports tops or leather jackets are not allowed in school.
  • A warm, waterproof coat may be worn over the blazer if the weather is cold and/or wet. It should not be worn instead of the blazer. Jackets and hoodies worn under the blazer are not permitted. Coats should not be worn in classrooms.
     

• Bags

  • Bags should be a practical style such as a rucksack or messenger bag and capable of carrying several A4 exercise books without bending. We recommend that students attach a reflective sticker or keyring to be seen in the dark.
     

• Jewellery

  • For health and safety reasons, the only jewellery allowed is a wristwatch, one ring and one set of very small studs worn (no other forms of body piercing are allowed including nose studs and any other forms of facial piercing). For practical subjects all jewellery must be removed due to safety of an individual. Silicon charity bands are not allowed.
     

• Shoes

  • Sensible conventional style, flat heeled shoes in black plain leather or imitation leather. Trainers, boots and fashion shoes are not acceptable. If unsure, please ask your Student Progress Manager prior to purchasing shoes.
     

• Phones

  • Mobile phones and personal music players are not allowed in school and will be confiscated if seen.

The Academy places great emphasis on uniform standards and students arriving improperly dressed may be sent home. Items that are not permitted may also be confiscated and will be kept until parents can collect them. The Academy will not accept liability for any claim arising from theft, accidental loss or damage to personal effects, money, belongings or clothing whilst on the premises. 

PLEASE ENSURE ALL PERSONAL ITEMS ARE CLEARLY MARKED WITH YOUR CHILD’S NAME.