School Uniform
General appearance
The general appearance of pupils should conform to a reasonable norm, which, if necessary, shall be at the discretion of the Headteacher. It is important that each pupil should project an image that would bring credit to himself and the School. Pupils may be sent home to change if they are dressed inappropriately and/or are not adhering to the guidance set out below.
Hair must be neat and tidy, and unnatural colours are not permitted. The expectation is that long hair will be tied back and secured away from the face during practical lessons. Any piercings must be removed and any tattoos covered up whilst at school.
School Uniform
Pupils are expected to be correctly attired at all times, with shirts neatly tucked in and ties done-up. This expectation applies during the school day and includes a pupil’s journey to and from school.
All items must be clearly labelled with the pupil’s full name. Jewellery is not permitted in general, but the wearing of a watch or a single religious item, such as a Christian crucifix or Sikh kara, is allowed. These items may need to be removed during practical lessons. All other requests should be discussed with the relevant Head of School.
School branded items, or pieces specific to this school, are highlighted in bold-type. These items can be sourced from the suppliers listed overleaf. Other school branded items are available and may be worn, but only the items highlighted should be considered as essential. The School aims to place siblings in the same House to allow uniform to be passed down within the family. Most items of school uniform are generic and may be purchased from any outlet.
Main uniform
• Navy blazer with School crest
• House tie (or Colours tie, Senior Prefect tie, or Sixth Form tie, as appropriate)
• Plain white shirt
• Plain straight-leg charcoal grey trousers (not skinny-fit)
• Plain charcoal grey or black socks
• Plain black leather or faux-leather shoes (not boots or shoes of a trainer style)
• (optional) black belt with a simple buckle
• (optional) Charcoal grey or black V-neck jumper – Sixth Form pupils may additionally wear navy blue V-neck jumpers. Hoodies and other sweaters or jumpers are not acceptable.
Pupils should also have a warm, preferably waterproof, coat available for inclement weather and a plain school bag in which to transport their books and equipment.
Sports Kit
• House T-shirt
• Reversible black and white hooped jersey (plain white on reverse)
• White shorts
• White socks
• Black rugby shorts
• Black rugby socks
• Trainers with non-marking sole
• Football or Rugby boots with metal safety studs, moulded plastic studs, or blades
• Towel
• Shin Pads (for football)
• Gum shield (advised)
• (optional) Black tracksuit
• (optional) Black splash top
Other items
• Lanyard and multifunction card (will be provided by the School in the first instance)
• A pencil case containing: a black pen, a pencil (HB), coloured pencils, a pencil sharpener, an eraser, a ruler, a protractor, a pair of compasses, scissors, a glue stick, a scientific calculator, and a green pen for self and peer assessment activities
• (optional) A pocket-sized English dictionary
• (optional) Collins Pocket French Dictionary or Collins Easy Learning French Dictionary
• (optional) Collins Pocket German Dictionary or Collins Easy Learning German Dictionary
The School will supply aprons for pupils to use during practical lessons in art and design, design technology, and food and nutrition.
Suppliers
There are two suppliers of new school uniform. This first supplier trades as Skip to School in Skipton and Wharfedale Uniforms in Ilkley. This supplier offers online ordering (both websites navigate to the same online portal). The second is Whittakers Schoolwear in Keighley.
Skip to School
www.skiptoschool.co.uk
32/34 Water Street
Skipton
BD23 1PB
Tel 01756 229002
Wharfedale Uniforms
www.wharfedaleuniforms.com
1 Cowpasture Road
Ilkley
LS29 8RH
Tel 07866 762291
Whittakers Schoolwear
www.whittakersschoolwear.co.uk
5 Low Street
Keighley
BD21 3PJ
Tel 01535 611211
