Purpose

At our school, we believe that a school uniform promotes a sense of belonging, supports equality, and helps create a positive learning environment. We are committed to ensuring that our uniform requirements are affordable, inclusive, and represent good value for money for families. This statement reflects the school's compliance with the Education (Guidance about Costs of School Uniforms) Act 2021 and the Department for Education's statutory guidance on school uniform.

Our Principles

When determining uniform requirements, the school seeks to:

• Keep costs to a minimum for families.

• Limit the number of compulsory branded items.

• Ensure that most uniform items can be purchased from a range of high-street and supermarket retailers.

• Consider the needs of pupils with protected characteristics and additional needs.

• Ensure that no pupil is disadvantaged through inability to afford uniform.

Branded Uniform

The school carefully considers the necessity of any branded items and keeps these to the minimum required to maintain the school's identity and sense of community. Where branded items are required, the school seeks to ensure that:

• Costs are reasonable and represent value for money.

• Supplier arrangements are fair and transparent.

• Alternative purchasing options are considered where appropriate.

Second-Hand Uniform

To support sustainability and affordability, the school maintains a supply of second-hand uniform. Parents and carers can access pre-loved uniform items by contacting the main school office.

All pupils from Early Years to Year 6 (inclusive)

• Royal blue school jumper or cardigan
• Yellow polo shirt
• Grey trousers, skirt or checked summer dress in either blue or yellow.
• Plain socks/tights
• Sensible black shoes/boots or whole black trainers

 

PE Kit

All pupils from Y1 upwards must have a complete PE kit, including;

• Plain blue t-shirt
• Plain black shorts/tracksuit bottoms
• Black pumps/trainers

Uniform items can be bought from local uniform shops such as The Uniform Shop, Frank Harrisons and Shaw Hardcastle . Alternatively, most of these items can be easily obtained from supermarkets and high street shops throughout the year.