Uniform

Chilwell School has a clear uniform policy, all pupils are expected to follow it and take pride in their appearance.

We have worked hard to ensure that our uniform is of a high quality but also reasonably priced. School blazers and ties are available from Morleys in Chilwell or TGR Embroidery in Beeston, all other items can be purchased from a number of high street outlets and supermarkets.

Below are details of our Uniform Expectations, including items which are not acceptable.

Please note that some items sold in high street shops (and online) that are advertised as ‘school wear’ may not comply with our uniform expectations. If you would like clarification before purchasing any item, please contact the school.

	School Expectation	Unacceptable
Blazer	School blazer with the school logo. Blazers are expected to be worn everyday. School jumpers do not replace blazers	Plain black blazer
Shirt and Tie	Plain white shirt with a collar Buttoned to the neck Long or short sleeved. Clip on school tie	Polo shirts T-Shirts. 3/4 length sleeves. Pattered, coloured or shirts with logos, worn underneath the school shirt
Skirt/ Trousers/ Shorts	Plain black, full pleated school skirt: appropriate length (not more than 3 inches above the knee), plain black school trousers. Tailored black school shorts at an appropriate length (not more than 3 inches above the knee) can be worn in the summer months.	A-Line, flared or pencil skirts, part pleated skirt (only pleated at the front) patterned skirts, tube/stretch material fashion trousers, jeans or denim material trousers, tight fitting trousers, leggings or jeggings, trousers with stitching on pockets, cropped or ¾ length trousers, embellishment or adornments, tracksuit bottoms, including when worn underneath school trousers
Jumper/ Cardigan (optional)	Black fine knit V necked jumper with the school logo. These must be worn in addition to blazers, not instead of. See school uniform providers for logo jumper	Plain or patterned jumper of any other colour. Plain or patterned cardigan of any other colour. No sweatshirts or hoodies
Shoes further information	Flat sensible, sturdy shoes, plain black leather (or faux leather) uppers. Trainer type shoes are permitted. All shoes must be polishable. PLEASE REFER TO SHOE IMAGES.	No coloured logos, sections, stripes, patterns or stitching. No suede, fabric, rubber or plastic – including toe caps. No coloured sections or air bubbles.
Socks / Tights	Plain black or natural tights. Plain black ankle socks only	Logo socks, White/coloured socks Footless tights, patterned tights or socks
Jewellery	Watch. One small stud earring in each ear. One small plain ring on each handOne small clear plastic nose piercing	No bracelets Necklace Hooped or large earrings No metal facial or body piercings
Outerwear	Plain dark coloured coat Fluorescent arm bands may be worn.	Denim Jackets, Leather/suede Jackets Fur coats, Hoodies, Bright patterned coats, excessive logos
School Bag	A sturdy rucksack type bag or suitable bag big enough to carry all school books	Handbag, small bag that cannot hold school books
Equipment	EssentialPencil case: Black pen, green pen, pencil, pencil, rubber, sharpener, scientific calculator	Additional: Protractor, highlighters, pencil crayons, glue stick
Religious Headwear	Plain black or white head scarf	Patterned head scarves Embellished head scarves
Hairstyles	Hairstyles and hair accessories should not draw attention to an individual, students must be clean shaven.	Shaved patterns or hair shorter than grade 2 Unnatural colours; multiple colours, brightly coloured bows, ribbons, beads.
Nails	Natural nails only	No nail polish or gel/acrylic nails/nail extensions
Make up	Natural makeup including natural looking lashes	No excessive makeup or long, full false eyelashes

PE Kit

	Boys PE Kit	Girls PE Kit
Compulsory	New School PE Top Navy Blue Shorts White Trainers Football Boots Shin Pads Navy Blue Football Socks Gum Shield	New School PE Top Navy Blue Shorts White Trainers Football Boots Shin Pads Navy Blue Football Socks Gum Shield
Optional	School PE Hoodie with logo Navy Blue Tracksuit Bottoms	School PE Hoodie with logo Navy Blue Tracksuit Bottoms (not leggings)

School Shoes

Smart, Clean, Sensible Shoes, leather trainer style is acceptable

Flat/Low heeled

Plain Black – must be polishable

No coloured logos, sections, stripes, patterns or stitching

Leather (or Faux Leather) Uppers

No suede, fabric, rubber or plastic – including toe caps

Plain Black Soles

No coloured sections or bubbles

Trainers may only be worn during PE lessons; they cannot be worn at any other time in school. It is recommended that no student wears any jewellery on any day when PE is on their timetable. This should prevent PE staff spending time on security of jewellery when their main concern is student supervision and safety.

Advisory: We advise students to wear a gum shield when playing rugby and shin pads when participating in football.

Make Up/Lashes

We recommend that no make up is worn for school. However, only very natural, subtle make up and lashes are allowed. Excessive makeup and lashes are not permitted and will need to be removed. False nails, extensions or gel nails are not permitted and will need to be removed.

Lashes allowed

Suppliers of items with logo or school ties

Morleys

116-118 Bramcote Ave
Beeston
Nottingham
NG9 4DR

TGR Embroidery

109a High Road,

Beeston, Nottingham

NG9 2LH

All other items can be purchased from a range of high-street stores or supermarkets as long as they comply with our uniform expectations.

Religious Dress

We recognise that for religious reasons some students may need to dress in accordance with the wishes of their faith. The school will seek to respond to these wishes sympathetically providing that education, smartness, health and safety are not compromised.

Non Compliance

We regard non-compliance with uniform as a breach of school rules and there are a range of consequences which can be issued as appropriate. Failure to meet our expectations can result in removal from circulation until the issue is rectified.

We refuse the right to make decisions based on our uniform policy.

Sanctions may include:

confiscation of banned item(s) for collection by student or parent/carer
removal of excessive make-up using wipes and make-up remover.
removal of excessive or piercings
removal of participation in extracurricular activities or events
being provided with appropriate replacement uniform
having to go home to get changed or clothes to be brought in by parent/carer
withdrawal from lessons
detention
internal suspension (in ISR)
fixed term suspension

Trousers Additional Guidance

SchoolWear Leaflet REV4