Dear Parent/Carer
I am writing to thank you for your support throughout this academic year in ensuring that your child attends school fully equipped to learn and dressed appropriately, in the Academy’s uniform. I have spoken to all students in assembly about a recent decline in these standards in small pockets of the student body.
Uniform
We place the highest regard on our student’s presentation and how they wear their uniform because we want them to look their best when they come to school. Our standards are high and we value parent/carer support in maintaining the highest of standards for your child/children.
There have been no changes to our Uniform Policy and may I take this opportunity to be clear on a couple of aspects within it:
- Piercings are not permitted, except for a small stud in each ear. No facial piercings of any kind (eg. eyebrow, nose, mouth or tongue) are allowed. These items will be confiscated, placed in an envelope and returned at the end of the day if they are worn.
- Jewellery should not be worn for school except for a watch. These items will be confiscated, placed in an envelope and returned at the end of the day if they are worn.
- False nails are not permitted.
- Students should wear only sensible black formal shoes that can take a polish only, unless there is medical evidence that states otherwise. Trainers of any kind are not permitted to be worn in the Academy outside PE lessons.
- Leggings are not permitted.
- Students should wear black tailored skirts of a length no more than 5cm (2″) above or below the knee.
Uniform orders can be placed via our uniform supplier SWI via their website www.swidtp.co.uk or by telephone 01928 752 610. We also have a collection of pre-loved uniform that students are welcome to access. We also have several pre-loved coats that students are welcome to if they are required. If you would like to speak to us regarding this please get in touch with your child’s Year Group Team.
If you require any advice or support in replacing items of uniform, please get in touch.
Equipment
It is important that our students have the following items of equipment on a daily basis:
- Black/blue pens
- Purple pens for self- assessment
- Pencils
- A ruler
- A calculator
Equipment is checked on a daily basis by your child’s form tutor. It is of the upmost importance that your child has a full complement of equipment to ensure there is no lost learning time in attempting to borrow or source a missing piece of equipment. We continue to sell equipment to students, in the Library.
The vast majority of our students wear their uniform with pride and come fully equipped and ready to learn. They are a real credit to the Academy and we value their efforts.
Please do not hesitate to get in touch with us should you require any help or support regarding the contents of this letter.
Yours faithfully,
Blake Hendren
Deputy Headteacher
