School Uniform

EXPECTATIONS OF UNIFORM

At Saddleworth School, we have the highest expectations for all of our students. This is underpinned by our belief that all students should be proud to attend Saddleworth School and should be role models within school and out in the wider community. Having excellent uniform is part of ‘The Saddleworth Way’.

I am READY for each day at school by arriving on time, with correct uniform and the required equipment for each lesson.
I am PROUD to be a Saddleworth School Student and take PRIDE in my appearance within school and in the community.

When joining Saddleworth School all students agree to be part of ‘The Saddleworth Way’, thus to abide by our Uniform Policy. We firmly believe that wearing a school uniform enables our students to feel pride in being a Saddleworth School student and establishes a sense of identity and unity amongst their peers. Wearing the school uniform also assists in the running of a safe school, where all students feel a sense of belonging to our school community.

UNIFORM REQUIREMENTS

*Saddleworth School blazer with pre-embroidered pocket badge.
Plain shirt long or short sleeved to be worn with a tie, (pale blue shirt for Years 7, 8 & 9. White shirt for Years 10 & 11). Top buttons to be fastened and shirts to be tucked into skirt or trousers at all times.
*The Saddleworth School tie.
*Plain navy-blue V-neck jumper embroidered with the school badge.
*Grey skirt in a wide box pleated back and front style (not straight). The skirt must not be more than 6cm above the knee, and skirts must not be rolled up. Whilst the style of the skirt is mandatory, the skirt as a uniform item is not: trousers are permitted for all students.
*The Saddleworth School tie.
Plain mid grey conventional trousers. No jean, leggings, skinny fit trousers, tight fitting trousers ortracksuit bottoms. Jeans are defined as trousers with patch pockets and rivets. Trousers should nottrail on the floor.
Skirts must be worn with plain black ankle socks (no frills or bows) or black tights.
Trousers must be worn with plain black socks.
Plain, flat, black shoes with no motifs (trainers, boots and pumps or heels are not suitable).
Hijabs, scarves, turbans, crowns and top knots, worn for religious reasons, must be plain navy or black and well secured.
Outdoor coat in predominantly black, blue or grey colour. Discreet branding will be permitted however large motifs on coats are not acceptable. (Denim, leather jackets or hoodies are notacceptable). Coats must be taken off before entering the school building.
Bag: Students must have a school bag as part of their uniform to keep their books and equipment in. A student’s school bag must be large enough to properly carry an A4 ring binder and A4 exercise books. Smaller bags are not appropriate as a main school bag.

PE KIT

*Unisex polo shirt with Saddleworth School logo
Navy blue unbranded unisex shorts
Plain navy blue or white sports socks
Football boots
Trainers (Students should wear suitable trainers for sport (Converse, Vans or similar fashion trainers are not appropriate).
Students who cannot do PE due to injury or illness are expected to bring and wear their PE kit in order to participate in an alternative role within the lesson.
The correct PE kit must always be brought to every lesson. If students forget their PE kit, they are expected to wear a spare kit provided by the school.
Any students with long hair are expected to bring a hair bobble to every lesson to tie their hair back.
No jewellery is to be worn in school. Watches should be removed for PE lessons.

Other sportswear information:

These additional items are not compulsory:

Navy blue or black unbranded unisex tracksuit bottoms.
Unisex navy blue unbranded hoody.
Students who study Dance will benefit from wearing black Jazz shoes or black ballet shoes for easeof movement – the PE department will support and advise.
Gum Shield (recommended for rugby, hockey, cricket and softball) and are strongly advised for thewinter term and specific sporting activities.
Where appropriate, for example on medical, religious or cultural grounds, alternatives to the PE kitare permitted. Parents may contact the PE department for further information.
Shin pads (recommended for football & hockey)

SUPPLIERS

Below are the details for our official uniform suppliers.

Debonairs Uniform, Unit 15, Henshaw Street, Oldham OL1 1NH. Tel: 0161 620 0237. www.debonairschoolwear.co.uk

Simply Schoolwear, 133 Chew Valley Road, Greenfield, Oldham OL3 7JN. Tel: 01457 872515. www.simplyschoolwear.com