SCHOOL UNIFORM POLICY
Our Vision for Ashurst:
Through our core values of Love, Hope and Joy we nurture and support our children to become well rounded, confident and responsible; children who aspire to achieve their full potential and are connected to and concerned about God’s world that needs them.
Our vision is rooted in the biblical text found in 1 John 3:18
“Let us not love with words or speech but with actions and in truth.”
Aims and objectives
Our policy on school uniform is based on the belief that school uniform:
· promotes a sense of pride in our school
· helps to create a sense of community and belonging towards the school
· supports our commitment to inclusion
· is practical, smart and designed with health and safety in mind
· should be considered good value for money by parents and carers.
Expectations
We expect all parents and carers to support their children to comply with this uniform policy, which will be monitored. Any parent or carer whose child’s uniform does not meet the requirements will be advised of this by a member of staff and given the opportunity to acquire/ wear the correct uniform.
The Role of Parents
We believe that one of the responsibilities of parents and carers is to ensure that their child has the correct uniform and PE kit, and that it is clean, in good repair and that the child’s name is easily visible on all items.
The Role of Governors
The governing body of Ashurst CE Aided Primary School supports the Headteacher in implementing the School Uniform Policy. It considers all representations from parents regarding the uniform policy and liaises with the Headteacher to ensure that the policy is implemented fairly and with sensitivity. It is the governors’ responsibility to ensure that the school uniform meets all regulations concerning equal opportunities. Governors ensure that the school
Uniform Policy enables children to dress sensibly, in clothing that is hardwearing, safe and practical.
Where to buy School uniform
Branded school uniform and bags can be purchased from
First4uniforms
32 North Road,
Lancing,
BN15 9AB
01903 751181
www.first4uniform.com for online orders
Reading/Homework Wallets
Year Reception pupils receive a voucher for a free Reading Wallet & PE Bag, redeemable at first4uniform as part of the school's 'Starter Pack'.
Uniform can also be bought form most major stores at competitive prices.
School Uniform List
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Grey skirt, culottes or pinafore dress Grey tailored trousers or shorts Dark green sweatshirt/ cardigan with school badge or plain dark green sweater/ cardigan (not their PE hoody). White blouse/shirt/polo shirt Green and white checked dress/checked ‘playsuit’ White or grey socks White, grey or green tights Sensible brown, black or navy shoes or sandals (not boots) Children should have footwear that they can do up themselves. |
PE Kit:
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Green or white shorts/skorts, white T-shirt with a round neck white or grey socks, trainers, dark green hoody and dark green joggers |
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Green hoodies should not be worn during the rest of the week. Trainers are preferred footwear as they are more substantial than black plimsoles. Leggings are not permitted, nor are joggers and shorts/skorts in other colours. We continue to ask that PE kits be worn to school on days that your child has PE, or is attending the after-school PE clubs. |
Pre-Loved Uniform:
Pre-loved uniform is available at a very reasonable price– please ask for the name of the parent who organises this.
We also ask that children have a coat, a water bottle and school book bag (available on the school website) in school every day. These fit in the children’s drawers and help letters, homework and reading books make the journey home safely.
Jewellery/ hair wear
Jewellery should not be worn by children with the exception of a sensible watch; stud earrings may be worn which if possible should be removed or covered with tape for PE. Stud earrings may be left in for swimming.
Hairstyles should be appropriate for school, i.e. no “mohicans”, no designs cut into hair, no extremely short hair (no-guard or number 1) or bright coloured highlights.
All long hair (shoulder length or longer) should be tied back completely and this applies to both boys and girls.
Hairbands/scrunchies are to be green, white, grey, black, navy or brown.
Equality Impact Assessment
Ashurst CE Aided Primary School has a commitment to promote equality and we believe this policy is in line with the Equality Act 2010 as it is fair, it does not prioritise or disadvantage any child and it helps to promote equality at our school.
In line with ‘Flourishing for All’ (Church of England Education Office 2024) the school uniform list affords children the opportunity to explore their identity without fear of harm, judgement or being ostracised.
Monitoring and Review
The governing body monitors and reviews the school uniform policy through its Children and Learning sub-committee who will consider, with the Headteacher, any requests from parents or carers for individual children to have a special dispensation with regard to school uniform.
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September 2025 |
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Next Review Date: |
September 2026 |