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Uniform and Equipment Code

Appearance and the way students present themselves is clearly a reflection of their attitude to learning in the Academy. It also influences the way they are seen by other people. Our students are expected to present themselves smartly at all times. We want to ensure that they arrive ready to work. The list below is included in the diary as a reminder of the day to day guidelines. We firmly believe that our uniform and general appearance policy will have a very positive impact upon setting the high standards on which our Academy culture and ethos are based. Students who fail to comply with our expectations will be asked to return home and dress appropriately.

Uniform can be purcahased from Schooltime in Chatham. You can find their website here.

What we expect..

YEARS 7-11

- Academy Blazer
- White Shirt/Blouse with top button done up
- Academy Tie
- Black School Trousers or A-Line Skirt with Plain Black Tights
- Black Shoes (Not Trainers)

- Academy Jumper (Optional)

YEARS 12-13

- Business-like suit, appropriate to a work environment
- Smart shirt with top button fastened or blouse covering shoulders appropriately
- Black shoes(not trainers or boots) appropriate for school

Notes

As Student may wear one small plain gold or silver stud in each ear with no other visible piercing. Other than a practical watch, no other visible jewellery must be worn.

If worn, make-up should be minimal, discreet and appropriate

Hairstyles should be appropriate and not contain exaggerated colours, styles or adornments

No hats, caps or hoods are to be worn in the Academy other than for religious purposes

If belts are to be worn they must be discrete and appropriate

No badges are to be worn other than those that are issued by the Academy

If for any reason correct uniform cannot be worn, parents should provide the student with a note which explains the reason

As part of our drive to promote healthy lifestyles, we do not allow students to bring fizzy or energy drinks in.

CHEWING GUM IS NOT ALLOWED ON THE ACADEMY SITE.

Equipment

All students are expected to arrive at school with the minimum equipment required for learning. Extra equipment may be required for specific lessons:

- School bag
- Black Pens
- Ruler
- Scientific Calculator
- Protractor
- Colouring Pencils
- Rubber
- Pencil Sharpener
- Diary

Mobile Phones and Electronic Devices

Students are permitted to bring mobile phones and other electronic devices into school at their own risk. All devices must be switched off and out of sight during lessons. If a student is found to be in breach of this regulation their phone or electronic device will be removed from them and placed in the office until such time as it can be collected by a parent. Under no circumstances will the Academy accept responsibility for any theft or loss. Students are also reminded that electronic devices are not permitted in examinations and must be handed in at the start. This is an examination board regulation and failure to comply can result in the student being disqualified from the examination.