Yate Academy Uniform and Equipment 

Why do we have uniform expectations?

Yate Academy has uniform expectations which all students are expected to follow. Our expectations are that all students take pride in their appearance and emphasise that students dress in a professional manner, ensuring that students are able to focus fully on their learning. 

Like many other schools, we have uniform expectations which have very clear boundaries. We expect uniform to be consistent because we know that this reduces the chance of social exclusion based on what students are wearing, reducing peer pressure and increasing students’ self-esteem. 

What happens if students attend with incorrect uniform?

Uniform is checked at the front door as students arrive to school. If students are wearing an incorrect item of uniform they will be taken aside by a member of staff and it will be explained what needs to be corrected. 

If a student is missing an item of uniform they will be loaned this for the day and will be expected in return to handover their mobile phone in exchange; they will then receive this back at the end of the day. 

• If students refuse to change their uniform / remove make up / hand in jewellery, excess/incorrect piercings or hoodies then parents will be contacted and they will be placed in AR until this issue is resolved 

• If students are unable to resolve the uniform issue immediately e.g. acrylic nails, nail varnish, false eyelashes or dyed hair they will be placed in AR until their parents can collect them to take them resolve the issue

Exemptions from the uniform expectations

In cases where medical reasons require a modification to the uniform expectations, notice on letter headed paper from a medical professional must be addressed to the Head detailing the reason. The headteacher will then consider whether an adjustment is needed or not. 

Please be aware that notes from parents will not be accepted for missing/forgotten items of uniform or medical dispensations.

We will periodically review all uniform expectation exemptions and, on a case by case basis, will ask for updated medical evidence. 

Mobile phones 

The use of mobile phones/iPads and headphones is prohibited on school premises and such items must be kept out of sight and turned off. These will be confiscated if seen/heard.

What are students expected to wear? 

Uniform Item	Detail	What does this mean
Yate Academy Blazer	Navy with embroidered Academy logo	Compulsory item. Must be worn every day. During lessons, teachers will give permission for blazers to be removed when appropriate. (Branded item)
Tie	Academy Tie. Navy and Red stripe	Compulsory item. Must be worn every day. (Branded item)
Blouse/shirt	White school shirt (short or long sleeved)	Compulsory item. Shirts should be tucked in and buttoned up at all times. (Non-branded item)
‘V’ neck sweater	Plain navy with embroidered Academy logo	Optional item as an extra layer. Cannot be worn instead of a blazer. (Branded item)
Trousers	Tailored, full length, plain mid-grey colour.	Optional item. Full length to the ankle. Prohibited trouser styles include but are not limited to - tight, skinny fit, narrow fit, stretchy, low rise, chinos, jeans, drainpipe, Miss Sixty, linen, leggings or cropped styles (Non-branded item)
Belts	Plain black	Optional item. Belts should be discreet and have no logos or large buckles. (Non-branded item)
Skirt	Academy skirt, red and navy tartan.	Optional item. Skirts are available in 22 or 24 inch length. Must be on or below the knee. Skirts must not be rolled up or shortened.  (Branded item)
Socks	Plain black regular socks, above the ankle	Optional item. Coloured or patterned socks are not acceptable. Socks with branded logos or trainer socks are not acceptable. (Non-branded item)
Shoes	Plain black, low heeled. Leather or similar polish-able material.	Compulsory item. No Canvas or trainer style shoes will be accepted. Shoes must be able to be polished to a shine. (Non-branded item)
Tights	Plain black opaque or flesh coloured.	Optional item. Coloured or patterned tights are not acceptable. Tights should not be worn with socks, students should wear one or the other. Leggings are not permitted. (Non-branded item)
Coat / Jacket	Plain colour, removed on entry to the building	Optional item. No hoodies or sweatshirts allowed, these will be confiscated until the end of the day if worn to school. (Non-branded item)
Bag	Rucksack able to contain A4 folder	Compulsory item. Handbags, messenger bags, canvas tote bags, pouches or shopping bags are not permitted.  (Non-branded item)

Further detail – Socks 

Please find below images which exemplify our expectations around regular plain black socks.

Further detail – Tights 

Please find below images which exemplify our expectations around tights 

Further detail – Trousers 

Please find below images which exemplify our expectations around trousers being tailored, full length and mid-grey in colour.

Further detail – Shoes 

Please find below images which exemplify our expectations around shoes being plain black and polishable with a low heel. 

Inappropriate trainers include trainers such as black Nike air force max’s. These are not permitted as they are not polishable and do not have a low heel. 

Further detail – Jewellery 

Students are allowed to wear one simple, plain flat or round stud in plain gold or silver per ear lobe. These are the only items of jewellery accepted. Facial piercings of any kind, including transparent piercing retainers are prohibited. If parents wish for their children to have additional visible piercings during the summer this must be done with ample healing time so that the piercing can be removed during the school day. 

The only other jewellery students are allowed to wear is a wrist watch. This cannot be a smartwatch. Apart from a watch, students are not allowed to wear anything else on their wrists.

Further detail - Make-Up 

Make-up should be discreet and not noticeable, this includes foundation, lipstick, lip-gloss, mascara, blusher, eye shadow, eyeliner and brow liner. False nails, false eyelashes and nail varnish are not permitted in school. Students arriving in school wearing makeup, nail varnish, false eyelashes or false nails will be asked to remove them. If the student is unable to remove it themselves they will be sent to the AR room and parents contacted to come and collect them and take them to be removed.  

Further detail – Hair 

Hair is to be of a natural colour and of only one colour. Long hair must be tied back for PE, Technology and Science lessons. If students turn up with hair that does not meet this standard they will be sent to the AR room and parents contacted to come and collect them and take them to resolve the issue. 

Further detail – Outerwear 

Students are advised to wear a coat to school in the winter months. Students will not be allowed to wear hoodies or sweatshirts as coats, these items are banned in school and if seen will be confiscated and not returned until the end of the school day.

Further detail – Bags 

Students must have a rucksack or handbag large enough to fit an A4 folder. Students are expected to bring this with them to school every day. 

What are students expected to wear for PE? 

All PE kit must be purchased from our uniform supplier Monkhouse, the only exception to the is sport trainers and football boots. 

PE kit should be taken to PE lessons at all times. When students are unable to participate fully in activities they will be expected to assist in some way e.g. officiating, scoring, supporting etc. Parents are strongly advised to name all PE kit items.

*For boys they must wear either the Shorts or navy slim leg track pants listed below, having at least one of these is compulsory.

*For girls they can wear either shorts, skort, navy slim track pants or leggings, having at least one of these is compulsory. 

PE Uniform Item	Detail	Boys	Girls
Shorts	Compulsory Item*Navy/Red Yate Academy purchased from Monkhouse	✔	✔
Skort	Compulsory Item*Navy/Red Yate Academy purchased from Monkhouse	X	✔
Navy Slim leg track pants	Compulsory Item*Navy purchased from Monkhouse	✔	✔
Girls navy leggings	Compulsory Item*Navy leggings purchased from Monkhouse only	X	✔
Sports polo shirt (unisex)	Compulsory Item: Navy/Red Yate Academy purchased from Monkhouse	✔	✔
Ladyfit Sports Polo	Optional Item instead of unisex polo shirt	x	✔
Rugby Shirt	Optional Item: Navy/Red Yate Academy Rugby Shirt – boys only – purchased from Monkhouse	✔	x
Hoodie	Optional Item: Navy/Red Yate Academy Hoodie – girls only – purchased from Monkhouse	x	✔
Sports Socks	Compulsory Item: Navy/Red Yate Academy Sport Socks from Monkhouse	✔	✔
Base layer top	Optional Item: Plain navy purchased from Monkhouse	✔	✔
Moulded football boots (rubber studs suitable for grass or astro)	Compulsory Item: Any colour	✔	Optional
Sports Trainers	Compulsory Item: Any colour	✔	✔
Shin pads for field sports	Compulsory Item for football and hockey	✔	✔
Mouthguard	Optional Item: Highly recommended for rugby and hockey	✔	✔

Equipment – Stationery 

It is very important that students arrive at school every day with all the correct pieces of equipment needed for their learning. Every day students are expected to have the following items in their bag. 

• Clear plastic pencil case 

• Two black pens

• Two purple pens 

• Two pencils 

• 15cm clear plastic ruler 

• Scientific calculator 

• DEAR Book (Year 7 – 10 only)

• Yate Academy A4 Folder (provided)

• Knowledge Organiser (provided)

• Self-quizzing book (provided)

• Character Card (provided) 

Banned Items 

The list below is not exhaustive but is a list of items which are not allowed on site, if these items are seen/heard they will immediately be confiscated. 

Item	Reason for ban	Sanction
Aerosols	Health & safety including danger of asthmatic reaction	Confiscated and not returned
Caps, Hats and Bandannas	Not part of uniform policy	Confiscated and returned at end of day
Energy Drinks	Health reasons	Confiscated and not returned
Headphones	Prohibited on school premises and such items must be kept out of sight and turned off.	Confiscated and returned at end of day / if repeat offense collected by parents
Hoodies / Sweatshirts (in place of outerwear)	Not part of uniform policy	Confiscated and returned at end of day
Lighters	Health & Safety	Confiscated and not returned
Mobile Phones	The use of mobile phones is prohibited on school premises and such items must be kept out of sight and turned off.	Confiscated and returned at end of day / if repeat offense collected by parents
Smart Watches	Can be used to message other students / access social media	Confiscated and returned at end of day / if repeat offense collected by parents
Vapes	Illegal to possess	Confiscated and not returned

Banned illegal Items 

The list below are items that are not only allowed on site, but are also illegal for students to be in possess. If these items are found on a student onsite this will be treated as serious misbehaviour. Please our behaviour policy for more detail. 

• Alcohol 

• Cigarettes

• Fireworks 

• Illegal drugs 

• Knives and Weapons 

• Pornographic images 

• Stolen Items