Uniform expectations update for September 2024

We have high expectations regarding school uniform. It helps to promote equality amongst our pupils and set a positive climate for learning.

Please do not hesitate to get in touch if you have any difficulties providing your child with suitable school uniform. We are always happy to help where we can.

Salto website

We have a colourful, comfortable uniform comprising:

  • School Sweatshirt – royal blue with school badge (Supplied by Salto)
  • School polo shirt – gold with school badge (Supplied by Salto)
  • Trousers – black only (Jeans, leggings, tracksuit bottoms etc not permitted)
  • Skirt – black pleated school skirt – just above knee length
  • Shorts – black tailored school shorts – only permitted in the first half term (Sept/Oct) and the summer term.
  • Socks – plain black only (calf or knee length – no pattern or logo)
  • Tights – plain black only
  • Shoes – Plain black, hard wearing, polishable leather or ‘leather look’ shoes. Logos/stripes etc are permitted but must be all black. The following types of footwear are not permitted – Running trainers, chunky boots (such as Dr Marten’s or Uggs), canvas trainers, coloured (or white) stitching, designs, stripes and logos, coloured (or white) soles, ‘air bubble’ soles and high fashion footwear.

For your child’s safety – Jewellery, including earrings, and make-up are not allowed in school.

Long hair must be tied back for practical lessons (PE, Science, Tech and others where necessary)

Wherever possible, we still do outdoor PE and Games throughout the winter and pupils need to be dressed for the cold weather. Hoodies, base layers, hats and gloves should be worn when appropriate. Pupils must have trainers for every PE lesson, wearing school shoes is not permitted.

FAQs

How do I order uniform?
Uniform is available to order and pay for via Salto – Salto website

Can I get any ‘Pre-Loved’ uniform?
Yes – We have a good stock of clean, pre-loved, good quality uniform items in school. These can be obtained from the school office. If you wish, you can make a small voluntary donation of £1.50 per item. This service can be accessed by anyone.

Should uniform be labelled?
It is essential that ALL of your child’s uniform is labelled clearly, including PE kits and shoes.

How does my child find lost property?
Any named lost property will be returned to your child. Any un-named lost property will be put in the PE changing room lost property or year group lost property bins.

Is any jewellery allowed?
Jewellery is not permitted in school at all, including earrings.

Can my child wear ear-retainers?
Yes – discreet plastic ear-retainers may be worn in school.

Can my child wear make-up?
No.

Supplier information

SALTO Uk Ltd
Unit 3D
Princess Court
Low Prudhoe Industrial Estate
Prudhoe
Northumberland
NE42 6PL

Tel: 01661 835 240
Email: [email protected]
Website: www.saltouk.com

Additional items are widely available at sports shops or supermarkets