Uniform

Wearing a school uniform fosters a strong sense of belonging and unity among students, reinforcing the idea that they are part of a shared community and therefore stronger together. Uniforms help eliminate the pressure to dress according to fleeting trends or social status, allowing students to focus on their education rather than their appearance. By creating an environment where everyone is on equal footing, school uniforms promote inclusivity, reduce distractions, and encourage a collective identity that supports collaboration, respect, and school pride.

We would be incredibly grateful if parents support us with our aspiration for all students to wear the correct uniform:

Aspire and Achieve

By removing peer pressure, students are able to focus on their education and achieve the very best outcomes.

Lead with Kindness

A uniform ensures that our young people can attend school free of any immature or ill-informed judgements from peers.

Stronger Together

If uniform is worn correctly, it removes any need for teachers to challenge students, allowing everyone to build positive relationships.

School Uniform

Uniform -

Black V neck jumper - This can be non branded or branded (available from PMG school wear)
School tie - Branded (from PMG school wear)
Plain white formal shirt (not a polo shirt)
Black trousers (with waistband – not denim, tracksuits, jeggings, leggings, cord or lycra) which should be of regular fit and not resemble leggings or jeans
Shoes should be black leather or leather look formal/sensible shoes. Leather look trainers/fashion shoes, training shoes, canvas or boots will not be permitted
Hijab – plain black only
Black knee length A-Line Skirt

Consultation will be made this academic year in regards to an adapted summer uniform for students to wear in hotter months.

Expectations for jewellery and hair -

Hair should be moderately cut, and styled – no extreme designs of hair or eyebrows (lines or intricate patterns)
Only natural hair colours are acceptable
Hair extensions, false braids or large hair decorations may not be worn
Long hair must be tied back for PE/DT and other practical lessons, as directed by staff
A maximum of two stud earrings (on in each earlobe only)
One small discrete nose stud (no rings or double piercings)
No other facial piercings are allowed
Any make-up should be natural and discrete (this includes false eyelashes)
False nails are not permitted
Nail polish of natural colour only

Expectations for coats, bags and equipment:

Coats should be plain and only worn outside all other correct uniform. They may be worn to and from school and removed whilst in school (with the exception of inclement weather when we allow students to wear coats outside the buildings)
Bags should be back-pack style and large enough to carry all necessary equipment
Student are expected to have the following equipment every day in school:
- Student planner with timetable written in (issued and completed on first day of academic year)
- Reading book (available from our school library)
- Black pens
- Green pens
- Pencils
- Calculator
- Ruler
- Protractor
- Pencil Case
- PE Kit (on days when PE is timetabled)

PE Kit (All Students)

PE Top

School PE polo shirt (Branded - Available from PMG school wear)
Optional school PE tracksuit top (cold weather)

Bottoms

Navy PE shorts
Navy skort (optional)
Plain navy tracksuit bottoms or leggings (cold weather)

Socks

White sports socks
Long navy football/rugby socks (when required)

Footwear

Clean trainers (non-marking soles for indoor lessons)
Football boots (studs)

Hair & Jewellery

Long hair tied back
Jewellery removed
Stud earrings removed or taped (following school policy)

Swimming lessons

Swimming costume (one piece)
Swimming shorts or trunks (above the knee)
Towel

Branded uniform can be bought from:

https://pmgschoolwear.co.uk/school/aldevalleyacademy

PMG School Wear
40 Westgate Street
Ipswich
IP1 3ED

Tel: 01473 212050
Email: ipswich@pmgschoolwear.co.uk

Alde Valley Academy