Uniform
The school expects high standards in dress and appearance to promote a strong sense of community, professionalism and shared purpose. Our uniform is designed to be simple, affordable and to allow students to feel valued and comfortable at school.
We are a place of work with risks and hazards. Movement around the school can become congested and involves the regular use of stairs. Students learn through practical activity. It is important that students are dressed safely.
To ensure a consistent approach to standards we would recommend that all items are purchased from approved stockists. This leaves no doubt as to items meeting the required standard. The blazer, tie, jumper/cardigan, skirts, sports tops and socks can only be purchased from the approved stockists.
The approved stockists are:
Any student who presents in an unacceptable manner will be issued with the correct item for one day by the Progress Manager, if available. Any student who refuses to wear the correct uniform will be sent home by the Principal to correct matters or be asked to remain in our On Site Provision until the issue is corrected. The Principal’s decision is final.
Standard Uniform - All Students
- Black school blazer with the Coundon Court badge
- Black V-neck school jumper or cardigan with the school badge embroidered
- Students do not have to wear the jumper or cardigan but must always wear the blazer
Girls’ Items
- White collared school blouse.
- Plain black, full-length tailored school trousers. Wide flares, jeans, combat trousers, skinny trousers and leggings/jeggings or other variants are not allowed.
- Plain black branded pleated school skirt (From approved stockists). The skirt must be a minimum length of 20 inches (Stockists will be able to advise on appropriate length). Jersey and stretch fabric skirts are not allowed. Parents are free to purchase non-branded black pleated skirts from other suppliers but branding will need to be added. Our uniform suppliers will be able to add the school logo for a small fee as well as check the length is correct.
- Black tights or socks.
Boys’ Items
- White collared school shirt.
- Coundon Court clip on tie.
- Plain black, full length tailored school trousers. Wide flares, jeans, cords, combat trousers and skinny trousers or other variants are not allowed. Black socks.
Coat
A substantial, plain, waterproof outdoor coat. This cannot be worn instead of a school blazer. Any denim, leather, fake leather, fur or knitted coats are not acceptable.
Coats may have a fur trim on the collar or hood. Logos on coats should be modest and not oversized.
Shoes
Plain, sensible, black shoes or ankle boots. They must be flat soled or with a low heel. Training shoes, high heels, boots, sling backs, canvas shoes, sandals or open toe shoes are not allowed. Students are expected to wear school shoes to and from the school site.
Other information
Belts must be strictly functional, plain black and suitable for trousers only.
Trousers must be worn around the waist.
PE Kit for Boys and Girls
- Training Top (Banner Aptus Essential 1/4 zip in black/red) Or Games Top (Falcon 1/4 zip outdoor top in black/scarlet) Please note that no other outdoor top is permitted
- Red Vapour polo top
- Red Coolmax socks
- Black tracksuit bottoms or black leggings
- Plain black shorts or skirt
- Sports trainers
- Gum shield
- Shin pads
- Rugby or football boots – with rugby studs
- A black base layer under the red polo shirt can be worn for games during poor weather
- Please note that students may continue to wear their red fleece or rugby top for PE(which is the PE kit currently) until it needs replacing
School Bags
A school bag must be brought to school every day. The bag must be safe, sensible and functional, capable of holding A4 files, A4 exercise books, textbooks, stationery, PE kit and personal property. Only rucksacks, satchels, despatch type bags and large tote bags are allowed. Bags must not have large buckles or protruding metal features. Handbags or shoulder bags are not allowed. Girls may carry an additional small clutch type bag within the main school bag for personal accessories.
PE kit may require a second bag i.e. a drawstring type sports bag.
Other essential equipment
Basic Stationery - a good quality writing pen, a pencil, a rubber, pencil crayons, a ruler (all with spares) a scientific calculator and, for Years 7 and 8, a small dictionary. All items are available to purchase from the School Library. The pencil case must always be on the desk.
Students Must Not Wear/Bring to School
- Denim in any form.
- Hooded tops & non -school jumpers/cardigans.
- Nail varnish that is bright, glossy or patterned. Nail varnish must be plain and pastel. Acrylic nails must be natural, plain, pastel and fingertip length.
- Caps and fashion scarves are not permitted. Warm hats, scarves and gloves may be worn outside in the colder months and should be plain.
- Large sums of money, expensive or treasured items and electronic devices.
Mobile Phones
Mobile phones are permitted to be brought into school, however they must remain off during the school day and in the student’s bag. Phones should be not seen and not heard. If a student has their phone out, it will be confiscated and placed securely in the school office until the end of the day.
Jewellery, Hair and Makeup
No jewellery should be worn, except for a watch and one pair of plain, metal ear studs if desired, in the earlobe. No facial piercings of any kind (e.g. eyebrow, nose, mouth or tongue) are allowed. If they exist a plastic, flesh coloured stud or sleeper must be worn.
Extreme hairstyles in either cut or colour (e.g. tramlines, extreme length, multiple colouring, non-natural colours such as red and purple, dip-dye and extensions) are not acceptable for school.
Students may wear a modest amount of make up as suitable for a professional working environment. Excessive amounts of make-up is not permitted. The school will make the judgement call on what constitutes as ‘excessive’ and / or ‘extreme.’
No aerosols are allowed in school. Personal hygiene products must be non-flammable.
It is advisable that all belongings are clearly marked with the student’s name.