Caedmon School - Uniform Code

Caedmon School Uniform

Girls

Black skirt or black trousers
Plain white shirt with standard collar
School tie*
Plain black v-neck jumper
White socks with skirts, black/dark grey with trousers
Black school shoes

Boys

Black trousers
Plain white shirt with standard collar
School tie*
Plain black v-neck jumper
Dark grey/black socks
Black school shoes

*Ties are available at a low cost from school.

IMPORTANT
Trousers, blouses, shirts and jumpers must be a normal close fit. Loose fitting “fashion” garments are dangerous in laboratories and workshops and must not be worn. Ties should be of an appropriate length. Shirts should be tucked in at all times.No badges or slogans on items of clothing are permitted. Coats and hats must be taken off and left in lockers or cloakrooms. Pupils are not allowed to wear 'hoodies' to and from or in school.

Jumpers
Jumpers to be worn between second half of Autumn Term and the start of Summer term inclusive.

Skirts
Skirts must be a sensible length. Very short skirts are strictly forbidden. For reasons of safety, skirts must not be tight fitting.

Trousers
For boys - trousers should not be cord, jean or combat styles. For girls - they should not be cord, jean or combat style nor should they be low waisted, flared, laced or split at the sides.

Footwear
Parents are asked to ensure that safe and sensible shoes are worn by their children. They should, in all cases, be black and polishable. They should not be suede, skater style or black trainers. For girls - slipper style mules should not be worn. Please remember that all students must have adequate foot protection in science laboratories and all technology workshops. Sensible boots may be worn with trousers. Soles that pick up mud cause much dust, which presents problems for those students who have asthma and other respiratory complaints. Such soles are strictly forbidden on grounds of Health and Safety. Trainers should NOT be worn to or from school.

Belts
Belts should be black and should not have large buckles.

Jewellery & Piercings
The only jewellery allowed in school is a watch. NO other jewellery should be worn. Piercings should NOT be worn.

Hair & Make-Up
Extremes in hairstyle, colour and pattern are NOT allowed. Make-up should be discreet and unobtrusive.

School Bags
School bags need to be big enough to carry the equipment and books that are required in school. Small handbag style bags are not suitable for school and should not be used.

P. E. Clothing

Girls Plain white sports polo shirt Plain navy blue running shorts (no stripes) Hockey boots/Football boots Plain navy knee length blue socks Trainers Short white socks Navy blue/black track suit (optional) Towel		Boys Plain white sports polo shirt Royal blue Rugby shirt with 5 – 7” reversible yellow band Plain black un striped shorts Plain black knee length socks Football boots Trainers Navy/blue or black tracksuit bottoms (optional) Towel Cricket whites may be worn, but are not compulsory
Please note: All kit must have name tags on. Imitation strips of famous football clubs are not permitted. Football shorts of longer length are not allowed. Training shoes may be required for some indoor P. E. In the Autumn and Winter terms, football or hockey boots will be needed. All these items may be purchased from wherever parents find convenient. No fluorescent coloured trainers or football boots allowed. All Football/Rugby boots must have regulation BS safety studs for all school use (these are available to buy from school - £2.00 per set). Gum shields recommended for rugby and hockey (these are available to buy from school - £1.00).
Important: Non-participants If your child is unable to participate owing to medical problems, a note must be provided with address, contact telephone number and date. The child will still need to bring PE kit. He/she will change and do non-physical activities in connection with lessons.