Why do we have an Academy Uniform?

We believe that uniform plays a valuable role in contributing to the positive ethos of our academy, setting an appropriate tone.

  • It enables pupils to wear clothes appropriate for working in safe and aspiring environment.
  • It clearly signals our high expectation of pupils and our strong work ethic, instilling pride in the school.
  • It protects pupils from social pressures to dress in a particular way,  nurturing cohesion and promoting good relations between different groups of pupils.
  • It helps pupils to prepare for their futures in the world of work, where dress codes are usually expected.
  • Our uniform is used to identify us in the local community and the pupils wearing it, reflect the academy motto of Making a Positive Difference.

Dressed for success and equipped to learn

We have high expectations of all of our students and we expect them to wear the Orchard Mead uniform with pride and to be correctly equipped for learning each day. This leaflet sets out our expectations to help parents/carers and students to prepare for the new academic year. If you need help, please contact the school.

Uniform with logo can be purchased from our uniform supplier – Schoolwear Solutions.

Unbranded items can be brought from any high street retailer.

  • Navy Orchard Mead Academy blazer – with school logo
  • Plain white collared school shirt, buttoned to the neck – long or short sleeves are permitted.
  • House Tie
  • Black or grey school trousers, which can be straight-leg or flared. Trousers must not be leggings, jeggings, skinny fit, or jeans.
  • OR Orchard Mead Academy skirt – Skirts should be worn to their full length, not rolled up. –

(If you require an ankle length skirt please contact the school to discuss custom made options)

  • Jumper can be long-sleeved or tank-top style
  • Plain, ALL BLACK footwear (Trainers, shoes or boots are acceptable), no other colours are permitted
  • Leggings to the ankle may be worn under the skirt
  • Lanyard & ID Card

Students are expected to come to school each day with the equipment that they need in order to help them learn and flourish.

  • Suitable school bag, large enough to hold an A4 folder
  • Pencil case
  • Pen and spare pen,
  • Pencil
  • Ruler
  • Calculator fx83gtx – these can be purchased from the school
  • Reading book
  • Any specialist equipment, such as PE kit
  • Yr11 ONLY – school issued Chrome Book

We have high expectations of all our students and we expect them to wear the Orchard Mead uniform with pride. Our uniform allows all students to feel like they belong to an environment that fosters a focused and professional atmosphere, and supports them to dress appropriately for the environment in which they work.

Students:

  • can now choose to wear either the academy blazer, the grey school jumper, or both
  • Jumpers can be long-sleeved or tank-top style, both available from our new supplier. Only this type of school jumper will be allowed
  • Wear a plain white collared school shirt, buttoned to the neck. Shirts must be tucked in
  • may choose to wear either smart grey or black trousers (straight-leg or flared style) or the Academy navy school skirt. Trousers must not be leggings, jeggings, skinny fit, chinos or jeans
  • Skirts should be knee length or longer if required. Skirts must not be rolled over at the waistband
  • Trousers must be worn at the waist. Students must not wear joggers or other trousers under their school trousers
  • Wear the Tie each day. Ties should be tied correctly
  • A jacket or coat may be worn over the top of the blazer

Hoodies are not permitted in school. Coats should be removed in classrooms

  • Remove caps/hats/durags prior to entering school grounds and must not wear during the school day
  • A grey knitted v necked jumper may be worn underneath the blazer, however this is optional
  • Students who wish to wear a headscarf need to ensure it is either black, blue or grey
  • Jewelry must be discreet. No visible piercings are allowed with the exception of:

-Earrings – small studs only

-Small single nose stud only

  • Makeup and nails must be discreet
  • Plain black leggings, to the ankle, may be worn under the skirt
  • Footwear should be plain black with no coloured laces, stitching, logos or patterns
  • Failure to meet the school uniform expectations may result in a consequence as part of our Behaviour Policy