School uniform policy
Context
At Bromsgrove, we believe that a uniform instills pride in the school and allows each student to feel part of the wider Bromsgrove family. Students are expected to wear the prescribed uniform correctly every school day between 0700 and 1530, except on specific designated days.
In practice
The School Shop at Windsor Park Campus is the first port of call for uniform and school supplies. It provides a quality uniform to all Bromsgrove students at both sites. The School Shop is open 7.30 a.m. to 8.00 a.m., 10.10 to 10.30 a.m. and 3.30 p.m. to 4.00 p.m., Monday to Friday. It is advisable for parents of students requiring full uniform, or those with a substantial list of items, to make an appointment by telephoning the School office.
Parents of Bromsgrove Early Years School may order their uniform requirements from the Early Years Office, for next day delivery.
Arrival to and from school must be in full school uniform: it is not acceptable to arrive in PE kit if you have PE that day. We believe that commonly accepted standards of modesty and neatness will ensure appropriate and non-offensive student dress in an international school setting.
Please note the following key points/guidelines:
- Skirts/Skorts should be knee-length throughout the school, including in the Sixth Form.
- There should be no extreme of hairstyle or colour. Hair should be smart and of the same length across the head i.e. no shaved and long parts together is acceptable. If requested by the school, a student will modify their hairstyle or colour if the Headmaster deems the style/colour to be against our guidelines.
- No hair length should fall below the shirt collar for boys.
- Students will tie their hair back as requested by teachers, for example in practical Science lessons.
- Girls should only wear a plain, narrow ‘alice-band’ type hair band. Hair bands should not be of a wide material bandana style, or in bright colours, or have any additional parts sticking out of the top.
- No make-up is permitted for any student across the whole school.
- Students are permitted to wear a watch and one pair of small sleeper or stud type earrings.
- Necklaces must be worn underneath the uniform and must be removed for PE and sports ECAs (for health and safety reasons).
- No other jewelry is permitted at anytime.
- All EY and Primary students must wear a cap when outside at playtime, lunchtime and during PE lessons and ECAs/clubs. Please note that if your child does not have a hat they will not be allowed to take part in the activities outside.
- We also strongly encourage Secondary students to do the same for sun safety reasons.
Download School Shop Price List
Download School Uniform Policy 2018-19
Early Years Uniform Photo and Check List
Year 2-6 Uniform Photo and Check List
Year 7-9 Uniform Photo and Check List
Uniform Requirements 2018/19 onwards
All students at Bromsgrove are required to wear the school uniform as detailed below. All items must fit properly, be clean and properly ironed with no holes, tears, frayed areas or patches. In addition, please label your child’s clothing to make lost items easily identifiable.
| Year Group | Boys | Girls | Ties |
|---|---|---|---|
| Pre-Nursery & Nursery | Red checked shirt, Navy Blue shorts/trousers Black or Navy Blue belt PE Uniform (please bring one additional spare set everyday) School cap School Bag Library Bag White or Grey socks White or Black Trainers or Black leather shoes Bromsgrove indoor croc shoes House Polo Shirt |
Red Dress for Girls PE Uniform (please bring a spare PE Uniform everyday) School cap School Bag Library Bag Plain White socks White or Black Trainers or Black leather shoes House Polo Shirt Bromsgrove indoor croc shoes Plain colour hairband |
None |
| Reception & Year 1 | Red checked shirt, Navy Blue shorts/trousers Black or Navy Blue belt PE Uniform (please bring a spare PE Uniform everyday) Library Bag School cap School Bag PE Bag Plain White socks Black Shoes or White Trainers House Polo Shirt |
Red Dress for Girls PE Uniform (please bring a spare PE Uniform everyday) Library Bag School cap School Bag PE Bag Plain White socks Black Shoes or White Trainers House Polo Shirt Plain colour hairband |
None |
| Year 2 – 6 | White shirt, Grey shorts or Grey trousers Black or Grey belt Black leather shoes (not canvas or trainer type) with White or Grey socks School cap (with neck flap) PE Shirt and Black PE Shorts School Bag, PE Bag, Swimming Kit House Polo Shirt Trips (Burgundy) Polo Shirt (Year 4 up only) School Jumper (Optional) |
Red dress for Girls (optional for Year 2 only) White shirt, Tartan Skirt or Tartan Skorts Black leather shoes (not canvas or trainer type) with White or Grey socks School cap (with neck flap) PE Shirt and Black PE Shorts School Bag, PE Bag, Swimming Kit House Polo Shirt Trips (Burgundy) Polo Shirt (Year 4 up only) Plain colour hairband School Jumper (Optional) |
For Boys – Burgundy tie with multi- crest |
| Year 7 – 9 | White shirt, long grey trousers Black or Grey belt Black leather shoes (not canvas or trainer type) with White or Grey socks School Cap for PE lessons PE Shirts (Round neck and Polo Shirt) School Bag, PE Bag, Swimming Kit House Polo Shirt Trips (Burgundy) Polo Shirt School Jumper (Optional) |
Tartan Skirt or Tartan Skorts White shirt Black leather shoes (not canvas or trainer type) with White or Grey socks School Cap for PE lessons PE shirt and Black PE short School Bag, PE Bag, Swimming Kit House Polo Shirt Trips (Burgundy) Polo Shirt Plain colour hairband School Jumper (Optional) |
For Boys – Plain Burgundy tie |
| Year 10 – 11 | White Shirt, Long grey trousers Black or Grey belt Black leather shoes (not canvas or trainer type) with White or Grey socks School Cap for PE lessons PE Shirt and Black PE Shorts School Bag, PE Bag, Swimming Kit House Polo Shirt Trips (Burgundy) Polo Shirt School Jumper (Optional) |
Tartan Skirt or Tartan Skorts White shirt Black leather shoes (not canvas or trainer type) with White or Grey socks School Cap for PE lessons PE Shirt and Black PE Shorts School Bag, PE Bag, Swimming Kit House Polo Shirt Trips (Burgundy) Polo Shirt Plain colour hairband School Jumper (Optional) |
For Boys – Striped tie |
| Year 12 – 13 | Both male and female students should dress in formal work wear. For boys, this means smart trousers with dark colour socks, shirt and a tie. Trousers must reach the ankle and skinny jeans are not acceptable. PE Shirt and Black PE Shorts School Bag, PE Bag, Swimming Kit School Cap for PE lessons House Polo Shirt Trips (Burgundy) Polo Shirt |
Both male and female students should dress in formal work wear. For girls, this means a smart skirt and top or smart dress. PE Shirt and Black PE Shorts School Bag, PE Bag, Swimming Kit School Cap for PE lessons House Polo Shirt Trips (Burgundy) Polo Shirt |
For Boys – Sixth Form Tie |
