Uniform

We consider that uniform is important for several reasons: 

•      It provides students with a sense of identity and pride in their Academy.

•      It enhances the appearance of students and therefore the reputation of the Academy.

•      It helps to instil in students a sense of purpose when they put on their uniform in the mornings.

Our Uniform

 

Blazer:             Navy blue academy blazer with Academy badge

Shirt:                A white long or short-sleeved shirt suitable for a tie; no fashion blouses

                         No visible t-shirts underneath, top button done up and tucked in

                        

Trousers:  Plain black tailored trousers for boys; for girls - these should be of a loose fit

                No denim, canvas, cords, leggings, combats or tracksuits

Skirt: Plain black tailored skirt with a button and zip fastening worn no more than 4 inches above the       knee.  Skirts should not be skin tight.

Jumper*          Grey jumper with navy/sky blue stripes

*The jumper is optional, but if students decide to wear a jumper, it must be the Academy jumper.

Tie:                  College Tie - this must be worn properly

Socks & Tights: Plain black, navy or white stock.  No long length hold-up stockings/socks

Footwear:        Must be plain black leather and suitable for school. Plain black trainers are acceptable, canvas plimsoles are not.  There should be no logos, stripes or patterns on footwear. Black leather ankle boots worn under trousers are acceptable.

The Academy blazer and tie must be purchased directly from the Academy. All other items listed above can be purchased form local shops or supermarkets.

Earrings:          One pair of small plain "gold" studs may be worn.

Rings:              No rings.

Necklaces:       One cruicifix or other religious necklace may be worn under the shirt - it must not be visible.

There must be no visible body piercings (with the exception of ear-piercings) or tattoos.

Make-Up: Blemish cover-up and minimal mascara only.

               Nail Polish - French polish or clear varnish only. 

 

PE Kit

The PE kit is an essential part of each student’s equipment. The PE Curriculum contributes to the development of a student’s general health and fitness, as well as building up team work skills. All students are expected to bring their PE kit for PE lessons.

Boys

Rugby shirt* – Navy with sky blue hoop

Polo shirt * – Sky blue

Shorts – Navy

Track suit bottoms (Navy)

Academy Tracksuit* – Navy (Optional)* All with Academy badgeSocks – Navy/sky blue hoops

Girls

Rugby shirt *– Navy with sky blue sides

T-shirt *– Sky blue

Shorts – Navy

Tracksuit bottoms (Navy)

Academy Tracksuit *– Navy (Optional)

* All with Academy badge

Socks – Navy/sky blue hoops 

 

BTEC As above but with different Polo shirt and Fleece. (Tracksuit optional)

 

PE Kit is available from Cross Embroidery Ltd, Unit 3 Darler Court, Thorpe Way, Banbury, OX16 4TH 

Equipment

We need to ask for the support of parents in encouraging your child to come to the Academy fully equipped and ready to learn. We have high expectations of our students, and we are concerned that when students fail to bring the correct equipment to school, vital learning time is lost while teachers provide it. We expect our students to take responsibility for their learning, and we also realise that future employers would expect workers to arrive at the workplace with the correct equipment.

Your child should leave home each morning with the following equipment:

A School Bag

Vital to keep the planner, pencil case, books and other equipment safe. Students arriving at the Academy without a bag may be sent home to collect it.

Planner

This has details of each student’s timetable, and a record of homework and coursework set with deadline dates. We would like you to check your child’s planner and sign it each week. Form Tutors will monitor that this is happening.
 
Pencil Case

Students need more than a pen. They also need pencil, ruler, eraser and sharpener. A calculator is also useful. The best way to look after this equipment is to keep it in a pencil case.