We pride ourselves on high standards and expectations and believe it is important that this is reflected in our appearance as we go about our studies.
Our school community is diverse and time has been taken to ensure that it is fully inclusive and embraces all cultures.
We expect pupils to wear our uniform with a sense of pride and purpose this will reduce bullying and stereotyping by removing expensive branded items, and demonstrates an ethos signifying a community and belonging.
Noel-Baker pupils know that they represent the academy both in and outside if the academy.
The academy has strict guidelines on dress. All pupils are expected to wear the full academy uniform, including when travelling to and from the academy. Parents are strongly advised to ensure that they supervise the purchase of school uniform and, where unsure as to the suitability of an item, they contact the academy in advance.
Consequences are issued for failure to comply with the Academy uniform policy as outlined below.
Compulsory uniform:
· Blazer with Noel-Baker Academy logo
· School tie (clip-on)
· White school shirt
· NBA school skirt
· Black school trousers – No leggings/black jeans
· School tights/socks. Black, Navy, Grey, White (socks only).
Plain black sensible leather look school shoes. No Boots or trainers of any description. Footwear will be considered a trainer if it includes any of the following features:
– Branded sports logos e.g Nike, Vans etc.
– Trainer-style soles or in appearance.
– Canvas material (partially or fully) / not leather look that can’t be polished.
– Air holes
Kameez – Plain black knee length dress. Must be worn with school blazer.
Shalwar – Plain black narrow tapered trousers. Or school trousers as described above.
Abaya/Jilbab – Plain black ‘A line’ or straight design. No embellishments.
Optional items:
· Navy blue V-neck jumper (does not need to have the academy logo but it must be V-neck and must not have any other logo)
· Plain black tailored shorts. In summer months, as determined by the Academy. Must be knee length.
· Outdoor coat – Must not be worn inside the building.
The following is also permitted to be worn within the Academy:
· One pair of stud earrings in the lobe.
· Hair colour that is natural. No extreme haircuts or colours are permitted.
· Headscarves / turbans can be worn for students of religious cultures – Black, White, Burgundy, Navy Blue or Brown can be worn. Bright colours are not acceptable, other than at times linked to religious festivals.
The following items are not to be worn within the Academy:
Pupils must arrive at school wearing their full PE kit on the days that they have PE.
If pupils are attending a PE club after school and do not have PE that day, they must wear their school uniform and bring their PE kit separately.
Every pupil is expected to get changed for PE even if they cannot participate fully in the practical aspects for example through illness or injury, as they can take on the role of an official, coach or helper for the lesson. All kit must be clearly marked with the pupil’s name and tutor group.
Jewellery must not be worn during PE lessons as it poses a health and safety risk and can be lost or damaged.
See the table below for more information and which items are allowed/not allowed.
All items with Noel-Baker Academy logo can be purchased from Uniform Direct.
The Academy requires all pupils to be fully equipped for learning with a homework folder, pens (black and green), pencil, ruler and a scientific calculator and a mathematics set.
The Academy suggests that pupils have a sturdy backpack in order to carry their equipment and books.
Any items which are not allowed will be confiscated by staff at any point throughout the day. These are to be collected by students at the end of the day.
We ensure that our uniform requirements are affordable at a reasonable cost, easily available and provide the best value for money. Many items are available from a range of high-street shops.
Branded uniform items which feature the academy logo can be purchased from Uniform Direct:
Uniform Direct
54 Babington Lane
Derby
DE1 1SX
T: 01332 342569
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For more information on our school uniform, please read the academy’s school uniform policy on our policies web page.
We gratefully accept any items of good quality uniform that parents may wish to donate once their child has outgrown them. To donate items, please contact us or drop them off at Reception during term time.
We wash and use these items to support pupils who have attended without an item of uniform or who are new to the school and awaiting their uniform.
If pupils forget or purposely choose not to wear an item of their uniform, they will be expected to exchange an item of personal equipment (such as the incorrect shoes, mobile phone, house keys) for the correct item. This is to ensure the item is returned to the academy.
This will also be recorded on Go 4 Schools as pupils not attending in the correct uniform are not meeting our value of Respect.
Tutors will check each morning during line-up to ensure pupils are wearing appropriate uniform. There will be ongoing checks throughout the day by all staff, on corridors and classrooms.
If a student is not in the correct uniform, they will receive a sanction in line with the academy’s behaviour policy.
