Dress Code for Students - Sir Geoffrey Leigh Academy

Years 7-11

At Sir Geoffrey Leigh Academy, we uphold high expectations and standards for our uniform as it reflects our commitment to excellence, respect, and pride in our school community. It is the greatest equaliser and provides equity.

These expectations are non-negotiable and we expect parents/ carers to support so that standards are upheld.

In the event of non-adherence to the dress code expectations, the Academy will seek to source temporary replacements. However, if this is not possible, the student will be removed from lessons until the matter is rectified. Uniform infringements are sanctioned with a 30 minute detention. Repeated infringements will lead to a 60 minute detention. Below is a summary of our standards and expectations:

Appearance expectations:

Students must wear full Academy uniform and maintain a smart and sensible appearance.
NO extreme hairstyles (e.g. mohicans, tram lines, shaved shapes, unnatural colours).
NO shaved eyebrows.
NO tinted/cosmetic contact lenses, decorative dental wear, false eyelashes.
NO painted, false nails (acrylic/gel).
NO make-up – your child will be expected to remove it.

Headwear and accessories:

Smart watches must be in ‘flight mode’ and not connected to devices where notifications are received whilst on site during the academy day. Students must adhere to the ‘on site, out of site’ rule with digital devices.
NO bandanas, durags, hoods, caps, or hats (These will be confiscated).
NO hair accessories/bows
Religious/cultural headscarves must be plain black or navy with no decoration.

Jewellery:

Only one pair of very small stud earrings, one in each lobe, no bigger than 3 mm, no hoops, or larger decorative earrings are permitted.
NO tongue, eye, belly or nose studs/rings are allowed
NO necklaces/bracelets except discreet religious chains (with approval).
NO rings allowed

Jewellery which is not in line with these expectations may be confiscated until the end of the day. The Academy is not responsible for lost jewellery.

Bags:

Must fit an A4 folder, PE kit, and Chromebook

Labelling:

All uniform items must be named using labels or a permanent pen.

Financial assistance:

Funding may be available for uniforms; contact the college team if needed.

Consequences for non-compliance:

Each college has a selection of temporary academy loan uniform items until a replacement that meets the academy dress code is provided by parents/carers.
Students will work in a supervised ‘exit room’ or reflection room for the remainder of that day or until their uniform is corrected.
Repeated failure to comply may follow behaviour policy procedures.
Students not in the correct uniform will be removed from lessons and may be sent home (with parental permission).

Navy Blue Blazer – With the Sir Geoffrey Leigh Academy badge on breast pocket (Compulsory)
Navy Blue Pleated Skirt – Minimum skirt length = knee length, Maximum skirt length = calf length, Black Lycra Tights Or black socks (Compulsory)
Plain Black Tailored Trousers – With black socks. NO Flares, bootleggers, hipsters or lycra style trousers (Compulsory)
White Shirt OR White Blouse – Shirt with with College Tie (Compulsory) or Blouse with College logo (Optional)
FORMAL BLACK LEATHER shoes. Flat and sensible for everyday wear – Maximum height = 3 cms (1 inch), NO shoe may be above the ankle bone. NO trainer-looking shoes (branded or not) (Compulsory)
Navy Blue ‘V’ Neck Sweater – Should be plain with no commercial, Logos/ College logo jumpers are available (Optional)
Overcoats/Jackets – Should be plain black/navy blue (NO writing or commercial logos on them, NO denim or leather coats) (Optional)

Navy Blue Blazer – With the Sir Geoffrey Leigh Academy badge on breast pocket (Compulsory)
Black Plain Tailored Trousers (worn at the waist) – NO jeans, cargos or skinny jeans (Compulsory)
White Shirt – Long or short sleeves (Compulsory)
College Tie – (Compulsory)
Plain Socks – Black (Compulsory)
FORMAL BLACK LEATHER shoes. Flat and sensible for everyday wear –Maximum height = 3 cms (1 inch). NO shoe may be above the ankle bone. NO trainer-looking shoes (branded or not) (Compulsory)
Navy Blue ‘V’ Neck Sweater – Should be plain with no commercial logos, College logo jumpers are available (Optional)
Overcoats/Jackets – Should be plain black/navy blue (NO writing or commercial logos on them, NO denim or leather coats) (Optional)