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Uniform and Equipment

Uniform

We have a uniform shop (TFS) where you can purchase school uniforms online and/or in store. All pupils are required to wear school uniforms. All items of uniform and PE clothing should be clearly and individually named.

Children are expected to come to school well-presented. Discreet make-up may be worn. Only natural nails are permitted. Unnatural hair colour or lines/shapes shaved into the head are not allowed. Only single earlobe piercings are permitted; large earrings or excessive amounts of jewellery are not allowed.

We expect all our students to come to school daily in the correct uniform and bring the correct equipment. All students should be ready to learn on a daily basis. 

Uniform
  • Black blazer (compulsory - with school badge)
  • V-neck black jumper with green stripe (optional) or plain black V-neck jumper (must not replace a blazer)
  • School tie (compulsory - with community colour)
  • White-collared shirt
  • Black trousers, or a black-pleated Alkerden skirt with logo (no jeans or skinny trousers)
  • Black socks (below the knee)
  • Black or natural tights
  • Black leather school shoes (no trainers)

PE Kit

 

PE Kit
  • Alkerden polo shirt (compulsory - with school badge)
  • Plain Black shorts, or black skort (no fashion branded items) 
  • Black track pants or plain black jogging bottoms/sport leggings (no fashion branded items)
  • Black mid-layer jumper (compulsory - with school badge)
  • Plain black socks
  • Studded boots and shin pads (for football and rugby in wet weather)
  • Trainers or plimsolls

Equipment 

Students are expected to have the correct stationery and equipment with them for every lesson.  

The minimum equipment brought to school every day should be:

  • A suitable school bag
  • Water bottle
  • 2 writing pens (black or blue ink)
  • HB pencil
  • Ruler
  • Eraser
  • Glue stick

Subject-specific equipment:

Students need this additional equipment for specific subjects: 

  • Science & maths: Scientific calculator
  • Maths: Compass, protractor
  • Technology: Apron, necessary ingredients (we will send lists in advance)