Our school uniform
Below are the details of what pupils must wear as our school uniform. Compulsory items are clearly labelled.
- Polo shirt with school logo in black, red or white. These can be short or long-sleeved.
- Black sweatshirt, jumper or cardigan with logo.
- Plain black trousers or skirt.
- Black shoes, trainers or boots.
- Fleece or hooded jumper with logo.
Cultural dress (for example, Shalvar Kameez) in the school colours (black, red or white) is permitted but the lower part must be black. A school jumper and/or polo shirt with the school logo must always be worn.
Headscarves/religious prayer caps must be plain and in school colours (black, red or white). Headscarves must not have loose or trailing material.
An abaya with school logo is now available from our school uniform supplier. This is a non-compulsory item. Only school abayas are permitted.
A complete change of clothing is required for PE lessons.
Students should wear the following:
- Plain black sports shorts, tracksuit bottoms or leggings.
- T-shirt, rugby shirt or a ¼ zip top, all with the school logo.
- Plain black football socks.
- Clean sports trainers for use inside the sports hall (football boots/shin pads are optional but useful).
- Headscarves may be worn but must not have loose or trailing material.
The only jewellery permitted are stud earrings, discreet nose studs and a watch. No other piercings or jewellery is allowed and will be confiscated if worn to school.
For health and safety reasons, students should not wear nail varnish and false nails including gels or any form of nail art.
Please note:
- Clothing should not be adorned with anything.
- Tracksuit trousers should not be worn under school trousers.
- Leggings are not acceptable.
- All skirts must be knee length or longer.
- Footwear must be completely black without any other colour trim or coloured logos.
- During periods of severe weather, wellingtons and snow boots are permitted.
- Coats are not permitted to be worn inside the school buildings.
- Hairstyles and colour must be appropriate for school. Outlandish styles and colours are not permitted.
School uniform policy
Our approach to school uniform should be considered alongside our behaviour policy.
You can access this policy here.
Affordable uniform
We keep the number of branded items to a minimum (one polo, one warm layer, one compulsory PE top).
The uniform includes a black skirt or trousers, including jeans, and black trainers. These are chosen because they are easy to source from many providers and can also be worn comfortably by students outside of school.
We have selected Pinders as our uniform provider because they are the most competitive provider in the area.
Pre-loved uniform is available for parents to acquire in the summer holidays and at regular term time events organised by our sustainability and eco-council student leadership teams. At other times, parents can contact year managers to find out about availability.
Additional support is given to students joining the school mid-year and Year 7 students joining us from low-income families. This is arranged through primary schools.
Ordering uniform from our supplier
Our uniform supplier is Pinders.
- Pinders website
- Buy in store at the Pinders shop at Crystal Peaks
- Order over the phone on 0114 2513275
- Orders can be delivered to school free of charge or to home if the order is over £50
Equipment
Students must have the following equipment with them every day:
- a bag that is big enough to carry an A4 size folder, school books, pencil case and calculator
- two pens
- pencil
- ruler
- eraser
- scientific calculator (Casio fx-83GT X or Casio fx-85GT X – any colour variant)
- protractor
It is highly recommended that students bring a water bottle to school each day. 500ml plastic water bottles or therma bottles are available from our uniform supplier although any named bottle is acceptable.