Our aim is to have a school uniform which fulfils the following criteria:
- Comfortable and practical
- Allows children to take an active part in physical activities, D&T, dance
- Affordable and easy to get hold of
- Looks smart and consistent
Expectations for school uniform
Branded items:
- Burgundy jumper/cardigan/hoodie (with school logo) These are available from Barrons in Chard.
A tie is no longer part of the Redstart school uniform.
Unbranded items:
- Plain grey/black/white socks
- Black trainer style footwear
- The following do not promote active learning and are therefore not acceptable
- These trainers are not plain black and are therefore not acceptable for general
Expectations for PE and swimming kit:
- Yellow Redstart PE T-shirt (available from Barron’s in Chard) or white polo shirt
- Black shorts/joggers
- A pair of daps or trainers for PE
- One piece swimming costume for swimming (Y4)
Expectations for jewellery and hairstyles:
- Necklaces and bracelets are not
- No hoops or dangly earrings can be
- One pair of stud earrings may be
- There should be no other
- Hair should be practical – it should not be artificially dyed, and if longer than shoulder–length, it must be tied back. Hair accessories should be small and plain.
Other expectations:
- A waterproof coat,
- A small backpack and book bag,
- A box for packed lunch that can be closed,
- A water bottle that can be refilled (should have water, not juice, squash ),
- Every two weeks children need outdoor clothes, a waterproof coat and welly boots for Forest
Where to purchase it:
- Most items can be bought from supermarkets, online suppliers and high street
- Branded school uniform (sweaters, cardigans, hoodies, book bags) can be purchased from Barrons in Holyrood Street, Chard.
- FORS (Friends of Redstart) regularly hold second hand uniform
Parents and carers are expected to make sure their child has the correct uniform, and that every item is:
- Clean,
- Clearly labelled with the child’s name,
- In good
Compliance
Staff will monitor pupils to ensure they are in the correct uniform. A child in unsuitable uniform will be reminded of the guidelines. We will give any pupils and families breaching the uniform policy opportunities to follow the policy.
Ongoing breaches of our uniform policy will be dealt with by a letter being sent from the Principal reiterating the school expectations and giving a reasonable timeframe within which to comply.
