Uniform

 

Why wear a uniform?

School uniform gives our school an identity and increases a sense of pride and a feeling of belonging both within school and when out in the wider community. By creating a common identity amongst all pupils, regardless of background, a school uniform can act as a social leveller. It can reduce bullying and peer pressure to wear the latest fashions or other expensive clothes.

 

Parent’s role

We are very proud of our children and make every effort to ensure that they are smart, well presented and take pride in themselves. We expect parents and staff to help us to maintain this high standard. 

Please ensure that all items of clothing are clearly marked with a stitched-on nametag or indelible pen to avoid any lost property.

There is no obligation to purchase school branded uniform. Many high street shops & supermarkets sell suitable clothing. However, should you wish to purchase school merchandise, all Brightwell branded school wear can be purchased from our official supplier Trutex. 

To order uniform items, please visit: https://myschoolwear.co.uk/

 

What if I cannot afford the uniform, or I wish to consider sustainability?

The school office keeps a supply of good quality, second hand uniform so do please get in touch with us if you would like to access any uniform.

 

Variations on the policy

The school will consider carefully reasonable requests to vary the policy, to meet the needs of any individual pupil to accommodate their religion or belief, ethnicity, disability or other special considerations. Parents must put requests in writing to the Headteacher.

Our main school uniform consists of:

  • Royal blue school sweatshirt or cardigan*
  • White polo shirt
  • Grey skirt, pinafore dress, shorts or trousers
  • Dark socks or tights
  • Blue and white checked dress in the summer with white socks
  • Shoes (black) 
  • Royal blue school fleece (optional)*

All children are required to wear sensible black shoes to school and should be of a style that children can manage by themselves.  Please note that trainers, boots, crocs, flip flops and open sandals are not allowed.

 

Our P.E uniform consists of:

  • Blue school polo shirt*
  • Navy shorts
  • White socks
  • Trainers
  • Navy blue tracksuit or jogging bottoms and sweatshirt for outdoor PE
  • Plain swimming trunks or swimsuit, cap and towel - (KS2 children only)
  • School PE bag (optional)*

 

Children should come in to school wearing their PE kit on the days which they have PE. 

Hair which is shoulder length or longer should be tied back at all times, for safety reasons, and hair accessories should be either blue, white or black. Excessive or over-sized accessories are not permitted.

Religious head coverings (such as hijabs, turbans, or kippot) are permitted in plain navy or black. Other headwear is not permitted unless required for medical reasons. Headwear must not display inappropriate language or imagery

We respect natural Afro hairstyles and protective styles and follow the Equality and Human Rights Commission's guidance on preventing hair discrimination.

For safety reasons, jewellery should not be worn, except for small stud earrings and items worn for religious purposes. Earrings must be removed or covered for PE. A basic analogue or digital watch is acceptable, but smart watches are not permitted.

 

Items from the uniform lists above that are marked * can be bought directly from our uniform supplier:

Trutex

14 Cockcroft Road

Didcot OX11 8LL                                         

Telephone: 01235 211011

Web: https://myschoolwear.co.uk/