Uniform & Equipment
Uniform
All students are expected to wear their uniform with pride, both in school and in the local community.
Items marked with an * below MUST be purchased from our school uniform supplier.
| GIRLS | BOYS | ||
|---|---|---|---|
| Jacket* | Black Colchester jacket | Black Savile jacket | Only available from our uniform supplier |
| Skirt | Plain black pleated school skirt. | N/A | The skirt is to be worn so that it reaches at least the crease at the back of the knee. |
| Trousers | Plain black school trousers | Plain black school trousers | Worn appropriately and pulled up to the waist and with the shirt tucked in. |
| Blouse/Shirt | Plain white, short or long sleeve blouse. Classic style with a revere neckline, or plain white shirt with collar. | Plain white, short or long sleeve shirt. This must be buttoned to the neck, and suitable for wearing with a tie. | Vests or undergarments must be white and must not be visible under the blouse/shirt. |
| Tights/Socks | Neutral or plain black opaque tights and/or plain black/grey ankle socks. | Plain black or grey socks | Patterned tights are not permitted. Students will also need a pair of plain white sports socks for PE lessons. |
| Brooch | Colour according to year group | N/A | These can only be purchased from the Academy at £2.50 |
| Tie | N/A | Ties in the appropriate year group colour to be worn at all times. | These can only be purchased from the Academy at £5.75 |
| Hijab | A simple plain black, grey, navy or white, non-patterned hijab may be worn. | ||
| Jumper* | Black V neck jumper | Black V neck jumper | Only available from our uniform supplier. Alternative jumpers must not be worn. The jumper is not to be worn as an alternative to the jacket. |
| Shoes | Black, plain, sturdy leather shoes. Boots, trainers, open-toe and high heel shoes are not permitted. | ||
| Rucksack | An appropriate waterproof school bag that fits A4 size folders/books is required. | ||
| Outdoor Coat | An appropriate waterproof/winter coat is required. Coats should not be worn in the building. | ||
| Gloves/ scarf / hat | Must not be worn inside the building. | ||
| Belt | Plain black. Large buckles displaying logos are not permitted. | ||
| Jewellery | A watch may be worn. One stud earring may be worn in each ear. | ||
Ordering Information
Uniform orders can be placed at: https://www.swidtp.co.uk/
Appearance
Make-Up,Nails, Hats & Hooded Tops
- Make-up, fake tan, nail varnish or nail extensions of any kind may not be worn when in the Academy Uniform;
- Spray deodorant, body sprays, or perfumes may not be brought to the Academy;
- A medical face covering may be worn, these must be plain and without patterns/designs, text or logos;
- Hooded and tracksuit tops of a sweatshirt material and balaclavas may not be worn.
Hair
- Long hair must be tied back at all times;
- Hairbands, hair-ties and scrunchies must be plain black, grey, brown, navy or white only. No decorative hairbands, hair ties, hair beads or ribbons are allowed;
- Hair must be worn in a simple style. Elaborate styles or unnaturally coloured hair is not permitted.
- If in doubt over whether a planned style would be acceptable, parents/students should contact the Academy and seek advice before having the hair styled.
Classroom Equipment
All students should have their planner, pencil case and a suitable reading book with them at all times
Pencil cases must contain:
- Pencil (HB/2H)
- Pen (blue or black ink only)
- Eraser
- Pencil Sharpener
- Ruler
Additional equipment that may be useful:
- Calculator
- Protractor
- Highlighter
- Scissors
Physical Education
Kit requirements
Students are expected to bring and wear PE kit to all practical Physical Education lessons, including enrichment lessons, training sessions and practical BTEC Sport lessons.
They may wear either:
- The Academy PE polo shirt or The Academy black reversible outdoor top
- Black shorts or black tracksuit bottoms (one thin piping line only is permissible)
- Plain white socks. Either football socks or sports socks
- Trainer (moulded boots or blades are acceptable for the astroturf pitches, but not indoors)
PLEASE MARK ALL ITEMS OF KIT WITH NAME AND TUTOR GROUP SO THAT IF LOST AND FOUND THEY CAN BE RETURNED.
Should any student fail to attend lessons in the correct kit they will be issued with one of the two following sanctions:
- Incorrect/wrong kit (without a note) 30 minutes class teacher's detention
- No kit at all 45 minutes teacher's detention
Jewellery may not be worn in lessons. Students will not be allowed to partake in lessons if they are discovered to be wearing school shoes, their outdoor coat or any part of their school uniform under their PE Kit. These decisions are based on both health and safety and personal hygiene grounds. They will be issued with a 30 minute class teacher's detention.
Illness and Injury - Being excused from lessons:
Should any student be unable to participate in a practical lessons through illness or injury they will need to bring in a note to excuse them which has been signed and dated by a parent/guardian. Failure to provide a valid note of excuse will result in the issuing of a 45 minute class teacher's detention.
Any student excused from full participation in PE lessons due to injury or illness is still required to attend the lesson in full kit. Failure to do so will result in a 45 minute class teacher's detention.
We do require students not participating in lessons to still wear their PE kit as in many cases they are able to participate as a coach or helper. Even if their injury or illness prevents a simple role in the lesson they are often required to be outside observing the lesson, which can result in becoming cold and wet. To change out of cold wet clothes back into a dry warm uniform to spend the rest of the day will prevent further discomfort and potential illness. We would recommend that students wear the appropriate kit for the weather conditions.
Values & Belongings
Changing rooms are locked for lessons. However, any item left in the changing room is done at the owner's risk. The Academy cannot accept any liability for the loss of items from its changing rooms. Due to both security and health and safety all belongings must be left in the changing rooms and not brought into the teaching area, unless authorised by the member of staff leading the lesson.