KS3 uniform

The academy has a dress code that all students are expected to follow. There is an emphasis on being clean and tidy and students must be appropriate for a place of work.

We offer support to families in need with uniform and encourage all of our families to donate any unwanted uniform
back to school so that we can repurpose it for families in need.

Our Uniform shop is available at all parents' evenings, where families can get any second-hand uniform that they need free of charge. We also offer other options for support, please do contact school if you need help with your child's school uniform.

Key Stage 3 (Years 7, 8, and 9) Dress Code

All KS3 students must wear:

• An academy jumper with a logo. Any colour of jumper from uniform shops are permitted (black, navy blue, grey)
• An academy polo shirt (plain, logo is optional). Students can wear white, black, royal blue, navy blue. Students are permitted to wear long sleeves underneath, but these garments must be plain white or black, no colours
• Boys and girls trousers should be black full-length straight trousers; jeans / tracksuits / leggings / very flared trousers / very tight or skinny cut trousers / knee length trousers/ trousers which gather at the ankle are not considered appropriate wear.  Jeans are defined as trousers with patch pockets and rivets. Trousers should not trail on the floor. The bottom of the trousers should overlap socks when standing
• Girls may wear plain black shalwar kameez or tunic with a with the Academy jumper over the top
• If socks are visible under trousers, they should also be plain black. (no ankle socks should be worn)
• Hijabs, scarves, prayer hats, turbans, crowns and top knots, worn for religious reasons, must be plain black and well secured
• Shoes must be sensible and entirely plain black, (not dark brown). If shoes have laces then these must be fastened and be plain black. Heels, boots and trainers are not acceptable. Students wearing the wrong footwear will be asked to change into academy footwear
• Clear nose studs only are accepted; all other facial jewellery or visible body-piercing is inadmissible. Plasters cannot be worn to cover piercings. Students are permitted to wear a sensible, plain watch (no smart watches). Jewellery is not permitted and will be confiscated if worn
• No make-up or nail varnish should be worn at any time at KS3
• Hair should be appropriate to a place of work. A student may be asked to tie hair back for health and safety reasons. Hair bands should be plain, no other hair ornament is necessary.
• Belts, if worn, should be plain black and not worn as a ‘fashion statement’ over jumpers or shirts.
• Outdoor jackets or jumpers or cardigans other than school uniform, should not be worn at any time inside the Academy. Academy jackets are optional at KS3
• Hats and caps need to be removed before entering the building
• PE lessons - students should wear the academy polo shirt, academy hoodie and navy  or black tracksuit bottoms. The tracksuit bottoms must be plain, with no logos or branding. Joggers or tracksuit material are both acceptable. Suitable trainers must be worn for both indoor and outdoor PE. Students should also have a suitable PE bag
• Families are strongly advised to label all items of clothing

To avoid embarrassment or unnecessary cost, if you are in any doubt about a hairstyle an item of clothing, they should speak with their Head of Year before going ahead. Students will be asked to rectify any hairstyle, or replace any clothing at their expense that is perceived to be unsuitable for school. We will make any final decision about any uniform and we welcome your co-operation in maintaining the smart appearance of the academy students.