Uniform

We expect that parents and carers will support our school policy and so maintain high standards and pride of appearance as their children wear the Sacred Heart School uniform.

Our policy is based on the belief that school uniform:

• Encourages a sense of belonging to the school community;
• Is practical and smart;
• Fosters a sense of equality amongst all pupils;
• Identifies children with the school;
• Should be designed and chosen with health and safety in mind;
• Should be as affordable as possible and easy to buy.

We recognise that in a multi-faith society, adaptations may be necessary to the uniform. These should be discussed and agreed with the school and parents should, in the first instance, approach the Headteacher on such matters.

Uniform Requirements

Jewellery, Hairstyles and Make up

In the interests of safety, security and uniformity, children are not allowed to wear any jewellery, earrings, rings or necklaces, except for wrist watches. We ask that, if you wish to have your child’s ears pierced you do so at the beginning of the summer holidays, thus giving your child’s ears time to heal before returning to school. Make-up and nail polish are also not allowed.

Children should have neat, sensible hair styles for school. If hair is long enough, it must be tied back with a simple, inconspicuous hair band. Children should not have heads shaved or designs cut into their hair e.g. tram lines, or have their hair coloured for school.

Nursery (not compulsory)

White polo shirt and school jumper / sweatshirt

Otherwise, suitably dressed for Nursery i.e. play - things with no difficult buttons or fastenings and sensible shoes that your child is able to put on by themselves.

In the Foundation Stage (Nursery and Reception), the children have the opportunity to learn outdoors, whatever the weather! Therefore, it is important that your child brings a suitable coat to play out in.

Reception, Key Stage 1 and Key Stage 2

Plain white polo-shirt or white polo-shirt (with school logo)

Red school cardigan / jumper / sweatshirt (with school logo)
Grey school trousers
Grey skirt or grey pinafore dress
White or grey socks
Plain grey, red or white tights

Shoes

Black, flat sensible school shoes

Trainers or other sports shoes are not permitted as substitutes for shoes. Children may bring trainers to change in to at playtimes but they must change back into shoes on return to the classroom.

Optional for summer term

Red gingham summer dress (Easter to October half-term) or grey short trousers with grey socks.

Closed- toed sandals may be worn with socks or black sensible shoes

All Pupils:  Inclement Weather - Black, flat sensible boots

PLEASE ENSURE THAT ALL YOUR CHILD’S CLOTHING IS CLEARLY LABELLED WITH THEIR NAME

PE Kit: KS1 Pupils and Reception

PE bag containing red shorts, white T Shirt and black pumps

PE Kit: KS2 Pupils

PE bag containing red shorts, white T Shirt and trainers

Games Kit : KS2 Only
In the colder winter months, children can bring in jogging pants and a sweatshirt top for lessons outside. These should be in a plain dark colour, preferably not expensive and logo free.