Uniform Update for September 2023
Dear Parents/Carers,
As a quick overview, please see below which branded and non-branded items of uniform and PE kit are permitted for September 2023:
College uniform/PE kit branded items from September 2023
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Branded PE T Shirt (purple)
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Approved College ¼ Zip Top from uniform suppliers
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Branded School Jumper
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Branded Tie
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Specified Banner Trousers - details available on the college website - link below
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Specified Banner Skirts - details available on the college website - link below
Optional
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Banner short permitted
College uniform/PE kit non branded items from September 2023
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Black College shorts (including 2 in 1 athletic shorts) - Plain Black similar style - (small logo only) - No cycling shorts (Nike pro)
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Long black football socks
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Short black trainer socks
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Suitable training shoes - Air force 1 are not allowed for lessons.
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Gumshield - will be needed for hockey and rugby lessons
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Shin pads - will be needed for hockey and football lessons
The following kit is optional for all years:
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Football boots - will be needed for fixtures
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Plain black tracksuit trouser (small logos only) - full white stripes not allowed.
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Suitable quality non-see-through black leggings (small logo).
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Plain black base layer
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Dark coat if wet
Year 10 & 11 GCSE and Health and Fitness students.
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Blue College exam T-shirt - this is optional and does not need to be purchased
No hooded tops are allowed
Earrings must be removed for PE lessons.
As recently communicated, all Year Groups (7 to 11) will wear full uniform every day from September and change into their PE kit for lessons.
For students studying Key Stage 4 PE exam subjects, there is no longer a requirement to purchase a separate GCSE PE shirt (students can wear their purple PE shirt) however it remains an optional item if you wish to purchase it. In addition, students studying Dance will be able to change into their PE kit for lessons, however, it will be optional to purchase a black t-shirt and plain black tracksuit rather than a branded kit as previously required.
Please can we also draw your attention to the full list of uniform, equipment and PE kit items for September 2023. This also lists items that are not permitted to be worn in College for your reference. We would strongly advise all parents/carers read this information before purchasing any uniform, kit and equipment items for September 2023.
Uniform requirements for September 2023 (including a link to the College uniform policy):
Equipment requirements for September 2023:
Thank you for your anticipated support in this matter, we look forward to welcoming all students back in September. Have a restful and enjoyable summer break.
David Turner
Deputy Principal
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