Uniform

Our uniform is sensible, practical and smart and we expect that students will wear it with pride.

Students can expect to be challenged where they fall short of our high expectations. Students are ambassadors for the school when they are out in the community and wearing school uniform and are expected to behave accordingly.

If there are any other issues concerning uniform, these need to be discussed with the Head of Year.  

Blazer: 

• All students must wear a black blazer with the academy crest.
• The blazer is compulsory and must be always worn.
• Blazers are available from our uniform stockists.

 Black Tailored Trousers: 

• Only black tailored trousers are allowed.
• Jeans, chinos, joggers, slim/skinny fit, leggings, jeggings, cargo pants, and other similar styles are not permitted.
• Trousers should not be tight-fitted or made from stretch fabric.
• Belts must be plain black.

 Black Pleated Skirt: 

• Worn no shorter than 10cms (4 inches) above the knee.
• Skirts must be worn with plain black opaque tights only;
• Leggings and socks are not allowed to be worn instead of or in addition to tights
• Skirts must not be rolled or altered in length.
• Pencil and tube skirts are not permitted.
• Failure to comply with these guidelines will result in the loss of the privilege to wear skirts, and students will be required to wear black tailored trousers.

 Shirt: 

• Students must wear a plain, white shirt, tucked in with the top button fastened.
• Short, fitted shirts or blouses are not permitted.
• If a T-shirt is worn underneath, it must not be visible through the material or neckline.

 Academy Tie: 

• The tie must be worn with the academy crest clearly visible, with a minimum 10cm gap from the top of the crest to the tie knot.

 V-Neck Jumper (Optional): 

• If worn, it must be a plain, black V-neck pullover with the academy logo.
• The jumper doesn’t replace the Blazer and therefore can’t be worn instead of a Blazer.
• Students repeatedly not wearing their Blazer and/or choosing to wear the jumper instead will lose the privilege of wearing a jumper.
• Non-academy pullovers, jumpers, hoodies, or sweatshirts are not allowed and will be confiscated.

 Socks (if wearing trousers): 

• Socks should be plain black, grey, or white and should not be worn with skirts.

 Coats: 

• Coats may be worn outside during break and lunchtime but must be removed before entering the classroom.
• Non-academy pullovers, jumpers, hoodies, or sweatshirts are not allowed and will be confiscated.

 Headscarf: 

• If worn for religious reasons, headscarves must be black.

Jewellery: 

• Only one pair of stud earrings (worn in each earlobe) and a watch are allowed.
• No face, nose, tongue, or body piercings are allowed.
• Retainers, rings, and bracelets are also not permitted.
• Any non-compliant jewellery will be confiscated and returned to parents.

Make-up: 

• Make-up is not allowed in Years 7-9.
• Discreet make-up is permissible in Years 10-11.
• False nails, nail varnish, false eyelashes, and heavy make-up are not permitted for all students.
• Hair must be of a natural colour; coloured or dyed hair in unnatural colours is not permitted.
• Extreme hairstyles, including shaved patterns, tramlines, or any other designs, are also not allowed.

Lanyard: 

• Students are required to wear the lanyard provided by the school at all times during the school day.

Non-exhaustive list of recognised school uniform suppliers:

The TSA Eco-Leaders hold an annual pre-loved uniform sale each July, where quality second-hand uniform can be purchased at very reasonable prices.

For branded TSA items

• Skip to School, 32/34 Water Street, Skipton, BD23 1PB
• Jaybee Supplies

For non-branded items of school uniform e.g. trousers and shirts

• Primark
• Marks and Spencer
• John Lewis
• Sainsbury's
• Asda
• Tescos
• Morrisons
• Or other mainstream suppliers of school uniform

Pre-loved Uniform

Uniform Policy – Seasonal Adjustments for Warmer Weather