Where to buy your uniform
The school uniform is only available from TFS Schoolwear LTD and Brigade Clothing Ltd: UK Manufacturer & Suppliers of Quality School Uniforms & Schoolwear.
Some second hand uniforms items may be available for sale. For further information, please contact the academy directly.
Replacement ties can be bought from the Reception for £7 in cash.
Skirts are only supplied by TFS Schoolwear.
Boys & Girls Uniform
| Item | Required? | Description | Notes | Purchase From |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Black blazer | Required | With the Academy badge and colour stripe of college on pocket. | From September 2025 - new style blazer for Year 7 students. Old or new style blazer for Year 8 - 11 students. Second hand purchases of the old style blazer are acceptable. | Brigade, TFS, Second hand |
| Bespoke academy kilt-style skirt OR black tailored trousers | Required | Skirt or trousers are required, students may choose their preference. | From the Academy - contact the college office. | The Academy |
| White blouse or shirt | Required | Plain with no logos. | Generic purchase from any store. | Generic purchase from any store. |
| Plain Socks | Required | Plain white or black. | Year 9 upwards may wear flesh coloured tights. | Generic purchase from any store. |
| Plain, flat, black formal Shoes only (that do not go beyond the ankle bone) | Required | No trainer/converse style shoes can be worn. | Please note, some stores label items as ‘school shoes’ but they do not match this description. | Generic purchase from any store. |
| Black ‘v neck’ jumper | Optional | With Academy Logo. | Year 7 (2025) - Year 11. | Brigade, TFS, Second hand |
| Overcoats / jackets | Optional | Should be plain with NO writing or commercial logos. Denim or leather coats are NOT permitted. | We encourage students to have weather appropriate coats. | Generic purchase from any store. |
Students should bring a coat during Modules 2-4. Students are also welcome to bring a plain umbrella if rain is forecast during the school day.
All uniforms should clearly indicate the student’s name.
| Item | Required? | Description | Notes | Purchase From |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Black blazer | Required | With the Academy badge and colour stripe of college on pocket. | Year 7 (from Sept 2025): New style blazer. Year 8 - 11: Old or new style blazer. Second-hand purchases of the old style are acceptable. | Brigade, TFS |
| Bespoke academy kilt-style skirt OR black tailored trousers | Required | Skirt or trousers are required, students may choose their preference. | Contact the college office for the bespoke kilt-style skirt. | From the Academy (Skirt), Generic (Trousers) |
| White blouse or shirt | Required | Plain with no logos. | Year 7 (2025) - Year 11. | Generic purchase from any store. |
| Plain Socks | Required | Plain white or black. | Year 9 upwards may wear flesh coloured tights. | Generic purchase from any store. |
| Plain, flat, black formal Shoes only (that do not go beyond the ankle bone) | Required | No trainer/converse style shoes can be worn. Please note, some stores label items as ‘school shoes’ but they do not match this description. | Generic purchase from any store. | |
| Black ‘v neck’ jumper | Optional | With Academy Logo. | Brigade, TFS, Second hand | |
| Overcoats / jackets | Optional | Should be plain with NO writing or commercial logos. Denim or leather coats are NOT permitted. We encourage students to have weather appropriate coats. | Generic purchase from any store. |
Students should bring a coat during Modules 2-4. Students are also welcome to bring a plain umbrella if rain is forecast during the school day.
All uniforms should clearly indicate the student’s name.
| Item | Required? | Description | Purchase From |
|---|---|---|---|
| College Polo Short | Required | In the relevant college colour. | TFS, Brigade, Second hand |
| Shorts and/or tracksuit bottoms | Required | Black or navy blue shorts and/or tracksuit bottoms. Grey tracksuits/tops or shorts are not permitted. | Generic purchase from any store. |
| Trainers | Required | Indoor with non-marking soles. | Generic purchase from any store. |
| Football boots | Required | With safety studs. | Generic purchase from any store. |
| Gum shield and Shin Pads | Required | For safety during relevant activities. | Generic purchase from any store. |
| A change of socks | Required | We would advise Football socks for PE. | Generic purchase from any store. |
| Navy/black sweatshirt or jacket for cold weather / outdoor lessons | Optional (Recommended) | Plain, navy, or black. | Generic purchase from any store. |
| Rugby top/plain black or navy blue jumper/tracksuit top | Optional | Plain, black, or navy blue. | Generic purchase from any store. |
School coats or hoodies are not to be worn in PE lessons
Students studying Horticulture will need a set of overalls, which can be purchased from the Horticulture Department and a pair of Wellingtons or sturdy boots.
IMPORTANT NOTICES
JEWELLERY
Students are NOT allowed to wear jewellery. Rings are dangerous for many activities and therefore unsuitable for the Academy. Necklaces and bracelets are similarly unsuitable; however, an exception may be made for religious bangles. One pair of small stud earrings may be worn, one in each ear. No facial jewellery, piercings are permitted. Students will be asked to remove the items and they will be confiscated for parents/carers to collect and a log on Bromcom.
Watches may be worn and handed to a teacher during certain activities such as P.E. The Academy is not responsible for the loss of any jewellery.
NAILS
Fake nails of any kind, including tips are not permitted. Nail varnish is not suitable and not permitted. Students will be required to remove nail varnish or lose all social time if wearing fake nails.
MAKE-UP
Fake tan, fake eyelashes, lipstick, mascara and excessive make-up is not suitable for the academy. Students in Year 7 and 8 are not allowed to wear make-up of any kind. Students in Year 9-11 may wear subtle, natural make-up. Students wearing excessive make-up will be required to remove it.
HAIR
Extreme hair colours are not permitted. Hair must be one tone and a natural colour. Unusual hairstyles, including tram lines are not permitted.
FOOTWEAR
Trainers are not permitted. Smart, formal, plain shoes only. Students who do not have the correct footwear will lose their social time.
The Academy has the final decision on uniform. Students who do not comply with the above standards and uniform will lose their social time. Persistent offenders will be placed into isolation and their parents will be required to attend a meeting to review our Home Academy Agreement.
Equipment
Every student must have a suitable school bag which can hold an A4 book/folder.
A suitable pencil case which includes: 2 pens (blue or black), a red pen, HB pencil, 30cm ruler, rubber, sharpener, highlighter, reading book and a scientific calculator.
In addition you will require subject specific equipment on certain days:
- Maths set (a protractor and compass minimum)
- PE Kit (as set out in the uniform section)
You must ensure you bring your device to school fully charged. This is compulsory for students in Year 7 and 8.
You may also wish (however this is not compulsory) to bring a glue stick, colouring pencils and a small bottle of hand sanitiser.
Students are not required to bring in scissors.
Every student must have a suitable school bag which can hold an A4 book/folder.
A suitable pencil case which includes: 2 pens (blue or black), a red pen, HB pencil, 30cm ruler, rubber, sharpener, highlighter, reading book and a scientific calculator.
In addition you will require subject specific equipment on certain days:
- Maths set (a protractor and compass minimum)
- PE Kit (as set out in the uniform section)
- Art students require a variety of drawing pencils, watercolour palette and brushes and colouring pencils.
You must ensure you bring your device to school fully charged. This is compulsory for students in Year 11.
You may also wish (however this is not compulsory) to bring a glue stick, colouring pencils and a small bottle of hand sanitiser.
Students are not required to bring in scissors.
Prohibited Items
The following items are not allowed in the academy under any circumstances:
- Alcohol, drugs or drug paraphernalia
- Cigarettes, matches or lighters
- Vapes
- Chewing gum
- Aerosols
- Weapons of any kind
- Material that is inappropriate or illegal for children to have; such as racist, homophobic or pornographic material
- High energy drinks
- No student may sell items on the academy site