Minerva Learning Trust

Uniform & Equipment (Students)

Uniform and Equipment requirements

It is an expectation that all students must be in full school uniform, enabling them to be prepared for learning every day. Our belief is that the school uniform enables all students to enter lessons in a focused and organised way. By ensuring these rules are followed, school is putting all students in the right frame of mind for learning.

Uniform is available to order from Pinders Schoolwear. www.pindersschoolwear.co.uk 0114 251327

Footwear:

• Formal black shoes only.

• No trainers, pumps, or shoes with patterns, logos, or decorative features.

• Boots (ankle-length, plain black) are allowed if covered by trousers.

Clothing:

Trousers:

• Full-length, plain black, polyester/cotton, straight tailored fit.

• No stretch materials, patch pockets, rivets, or jean features.

• Not allowed: leggings, jeans, chinos, jeggings, joggers.

Skirts:

• Black, knee-length polyester or cotton. No stretch material.

• Tights must be tan or black.

Shirts:

• Plain white, fully buttoned to the neck, long sleeves rolled down, and tucked in.

Tie:

• Relevant school house colour.

• Jumper/Cardigan:

• Grey with sleeves rolled down. Must be worn in corridors, at break/lunch, and assembly. Can be removed during lessons but must be put back on after. Personal jumpers are not allowed

Hoodies:

• Only SHS PE hoodies allowed. Hoodies cannot replace jackets.

Medical Footwear:

• Plain black trainers (no logos/patterns) allowed for medical reasons with pastoral team approval and medical evidence

PE Kit

• Black/Maroon PE t-shirt (optional initials for £1).

• Maroon/Black PE hoodie (optional initials for £1).

• Black shorts or tracksuit bottoms (no leggings).

• Trainers.

• PE hoodie is optional but must be the only outdoor wear in PE lessons.

Jewellery

• Permitted:

o One stud earring per earlobe.

o Single neck chain (kept inside the shirt).

o One small plain ring.

o Watch.

• Not Permitted:

o Facial piercings (e.g., eyebrow, lip, nose, tongue).

o Industrial ear piercings.

o Hoop earrings or body piercings.

o Non-compliant jewellery must be removed during school hours, even if piercings may close.

Hair

• Natural colours only.

• No unnatural colours, shaved lines, or patterns.

Make-Up

• Allowed:

o Light foundation, mascara, and lip balm.

• Not Allowed:

o Lipstick, eye shadow, heavy blusher, fake eyelashes, or fake nails.

Equipment

• Students must bring:

• Planner

• Reading Book

• Pencil Case with:

• Pencils, pens (varied colours), ruler, rubber.

Maths Tools:

• Scientific calculator, compass, protractor.


For questions or advice about the uniform, please contact the school.

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