YORKE MEAD PRIMARY SCHOOL

UNIFORM POLICY

Date: 10^th February 2010

To be reviewed: February 2014

Girls Trousers – Girls should wear grey tailored trousers in the style sold as school uniform by most chain stores.

Shoes – All children should wear shoes in school.   Trainers should not be worn in school but may be worn in the playground at playtime and lunchtime.   Children will be expected to change back into shoes when they come into class.   Shoes with high or wedged heels, sling back sandals or sandals without ankle support are not suitable for school.   Children who come into school wearing unsuitable shoes will not be able to go out to play for their own safety.

Hair – Long hair must be tied back at all times (boys and girls).

Jewellery – Children may wear plain stud earrings to school but should be able to remove them or tape them for P.E.   For safety reasons children will be asked to remove any other type of earring.   Watches may be worn, but the school cannot take responsibility for them.   Jewellery is not allowed in school unless it is worn for religious reasons.   Nail varnish should not be worn in school.

PE Kit – The children will wear black shorts and a red T-shirt for P.E.   Trainers or plimsolls will be needed for outside games.   Long hair must be tied back.

Wellington boots – A pair of Wellington boots will be needed for children in Nursery and Reception.   The boots are to remain in school.

Sun Hats - Sun hats are compulsory in very hot weather.   Children will not be allowed out to play if they do not have a named sun hat with them in school during the summer term in very hot weather.

Please make sure all your child’s clothing is clearly marked.