Uniform Expectations - Sir Geoffrey Leigh Academy

At Sir Geoffrey Leigh Academy, we uphold high expectations and standards for our uniform as it reflects our commitment to excellence, respect, and pride in our school community. It is the greatest equaliser and provides equity.

These expectations are non-negotiable and we expect parents/ carers to support so that standards are upheld.

Students who do not meet dress code expectations will be asked to change and may be issued with a suitable loan item. Persistent breaches of the dress code will be addressed in accordance with the academy’s Behaviour for Learning Policy.

In the event a student cannot rectify any uniform or standard infringements, they will be placed in our Reflection Room.

REMINDER: Any unnamed uniform not collected by the end of each module, it will be donated.

Uniform: Years 7-11

Blazer
Navy blue with Sir Geoffrey Leigh’ Academy badge
Shirt
Plain white, button to neck, pointed collar OR White blouse
Tie
Sir Geoffrey Leigh’ Academy college tie
Skirt or Trousers
Skirt: Navy blue pleated skirt
Minimum skirt length: knee & Maximum skirt length: calf length
Trousers: Plain black tailored trousers. Worn at the waist.
Jeans, Cargos, flares, bootleggers, hipsters or lycra trousers are not permitted.
Jumper
Navy blue v-neck jumper (optional)
Shoes
Plain black leather formal shoes (no sandals, boots, trainers, trainer looking type or sling backs)
Socks or Tights
Black lycra tights or plain black socks (no bows are permitted)
Belt
Plain black with no large buckles.

Every student must have:

A suitable school bag which can hold an A4 book/folder.

Our ‘Terrific Ten’ helps remind students of the basic equipment required for school.

Students require a suitable pencil case which includes:
1. 2 black/blue pens
2. 1 purple pen
3. HB pencil(s)
4. Highlighter
5. Scientific calculator
6. Ruler
7. Protractor
8. Eraser/Rubber
9. Sharpener
10. Their Chromebook*, including a Chromebook case.
*Students must bring their Chromebook fully charged

Every student must have:

Trainers – non-slip soles
Canvas shoes such as Converse or Vans are not permitted.
Sir Geoffrey Leigh’ Academy PE polo shirt (black and white with college badge).
Sir Geoffrey Leigh’ Academy training top/fleece (with college badge).
Plain black shorts
Jogging bottoms – Black

Winter:

Football/Rugby socks – Black
Football boots (outdoor) with safety studs
Shin guards and gum shield

Optional:

Skirts (optional) – Black
Sir Geoffrey Leigh’ Academy tracksuit bottoms

If students do not have a suitable PE kit for the lesson, a clean spare kit will be provided for them to wear during the lesson.

Additional Guidelines

Coats/Jackets
Must be a suitable, waterproof outdoor coat. Denim/leather coats, hoodies, and sports jackets are not permitted.
Jewellery
Students may wear one pair of small stud earrings, one in each lobe. Hoops, rings, necklaces, and bracelets are unsuitable for the academy. An exception may be made for religious bangles. No earrings of any kind, facial jewellery, or piercings are permitted under any circumstances.
Students will be asked to remove the above items, and they will be confiscated for parents/carers to collect. The academy is not responsible for the loss of or damage to any jewellery.
Make-up/Nails
No make-up is permitted. This includes fake eyelashes, fake nails and teeth decorations. Students are not permitted to wear nail varnish of any kind.
Hair
No extreme hair colours; natural hair colours only. No extreme hairstyles (Eg mohicans, tram lines or shaved shapes) No bandanas, hoods, caps or hats are permitted. Only headscarves, worn for religious purposes may be worn.
Labelling
All uniform items must be named using labels or a permanent pen

Uniform: Years 12-13 (Attenborough College)

POST-16 dress code: Attenborough college

Attenborough College students are expected to be outstandingv ambassadors for both the Sixth Form and the wider academy. The standard of dress is an important reflection of our culture and values. The dress code is professional and smart, and all students are expected to adhere to it consistently.

Required Dress (All Students)
Students are expected to wear:

Lanyards must be worn at all times while on the academy site.

A suit or blazer (a blazer must be worn daily as part of the Sixth Form uniform)
Smart trousers, skirt or dress
Skirts must not be more than 10cm above the knee
A shirt and tie or tailored/office-appropriate blouses that cover the shoulder (unless wearing a dress)
Formal shoes (leather or suede in black or brown)

Outerwear (e.g. coats and scarves) must be removed upon
entering classrooms.

These items are NOT permitted within the Academy:

The following items are not allowed and may be replaced
with appropriate loan items:

Crop tops or any clothing that exposes the midriff
Flip-flops, slides, Ugg-style boots, or any footwear resembling trainers
Hats or caps (except for religious purposes)
Mini-skirts (more than 10cm above the knee), skorts, or skirts with slits
Tops that expose the shoulders, including strapless, see-through, or vest style tops
T-shirt dresses, t-shirts, or polo shirts
Denim, leather, or leather-look clothing
Hoodies or oversized jumpers/clothing
Outerwear resembling hoodies or athleisure wear
Clothing with large logos, slogans, or visible sports branding

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Financial assistance:

Funding may be available for uniforms; contact the college team if needed

Consequences for non-compliance:

Each college has a selection of temporary academy loan uniform items until a replacement that meets the academy dress code is provided by parents/carers.
Students will work in a supervised ‘exit room’ or reflection room for the remainder of that day or until their uniform is corrected.
Repeated failure to comply may follow behaviour policy procedures.
Students not in the correct uniform will be removed from lessons and may be sent home (with parental permission).