How to Order

Parents/students can place their orders:

Online: www.swidtp.co.uk or https://www.swischoolwear.co.uk/workington-academy-cu-0005005?

Phone: 01928 752 610

Post: Sportswear International Ltd, Fairoak Lane, Whitehouse Industrial Estate, Runcorn, WA7 3DU

Delivery: Orders over £70 are eligible for free home delivery. Orders below £70 can be delivered to the Academy for free. Items of uniform delivered to the Academy must be collected by students during social times from student services. The schedule for ordering and delivery is below:

Group C Despatch – WEDNESDAY
Cut off Date Tuesday
Delivery Day Thursday
Collection Day Friday

 

Uniform Policy

Compulsory items

  • Workington Academy clip-on tie in turquoise, pink, and black stripes.
  • Workington Academy blazer.
  • Plain white blouse or shirt, long or short-sleeved, worn tucked in with the top button fastened.
  • Plain black trousers (See examples and non-examples in appendix 1)
    • Trousers must have a zip and button, made from cotton, terylene, or a wool blend. Cords,denim, tight-fitting trousers, and lycra-style leggings are not permitted.
  • Black socks only.
  • Footwear (See examples and non-examples in appendix 1)
    • All students are expected to wear formal black shoes unless they require medical exemption
    • Footwear must be strong, comfortable, and plain in style to support walking, stair climbing, and time spent in labs and workshops.
    • Inappropriate footwear includes:
      • Trainers and sports shoes (e.g. Converse, Nike, Adidas, Lonsdale, etc.)
      • Leather-style trainers, boots, canvas or suede shoes, and high heels
      • Non-branded footwear resembling leather trainers, including those with low lacing, metal eyelets, rounded toes, and thick rubber soles
      • Boots and high tops are not permitted.
    • Trainers are only allowed during PE lessons.

Outerwear

  • A plain anorak or coat may be worn in colder weather to maintain a smart appearance during travel to and from school or on school outings.
  • Outdoor coats, hoodies, or jackets must not be worn inside the building and should be stored in lockers or bags.

Optional Uniform Items

  • Workington Academy pleated or straight skirt with logo (22” or 24” length only).
    • No other skirt is permitted.
  • Workington Academy black V-neck jumper with logo.
  • Plain black belt with a small, plain buckle.

More details can be found in the Uniform Policy below: