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 can be purchased from Uniform Direct, 54-56 Humberstone Gate, Leicester.

www.uniform-direct.com

  • Navy Orchard Mead Academy blazer – with school logo – available from Uniform Direct
  • Plain white collared school shirt, buttoned to the neck – long or short sleeves are permitted. These can be purchased from any High Street retailer.
  • House tie – available from Uniform Direct.
  • Smart grey school trousers – These must not be leggings, jeggings, skinny fit trousers or jeans. These can be purchased from any High Street retailer.
  • Smart tailored knee length grey shorts. These can be purchased from any High Street retailer.
  • OR blue tartan Orchard Mead Academy skirt – length available are 20”, 22”, or 24”. Skirts should be knee length and not rolled up .These are available from Uniform Direct
  • Plain grey knitted V neck jumper. Unform Direct supply an Orchard Mead school jumper with a royal blue stripe around the neck, however, plain grey jumpers can be worn and are available from any High Street retailer.
  • Plain, ALL BLACK footwear. No coloured laces, stitching or patterns.  Heels must not be more than 3cm.  Footwear must be clean.
  • Leggings to the ankle may be worn under the skirt.

  • Navy / Royal PE polo shirt – available from Uniform Direct
  • Navy tracksuit bottoms or shorts (there is an option to wear a navy gym skirt). These can be purchased from any High Street retailer; however, items are also available from Uniform Direct.
  • Suitable trainers

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 of 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 focussed and professional atmosphere, and supports them to dress appropriately for the environment in which they work.

Students are required to:-

  • Always wear the Navy Blazer with a white shirt and school tie. Staff may give permission for the blazer to be removed in lessons.
  • Wear a plain white collared school shirt, buttoned to the neck. Shirts must be tucked in
  • Students may choose to wear either smart grey school trousers , the Academy tartan school skirt or smart grey tailored knee length shorts. Trousers must not be leggings, jeggings, skinny fit, or jeans.
  • Skirts should be knee length. Skirts must not be rolled over at the waistband
  • Trousers and shorts must be worn at the waist. Students must not wear joggers or other trousers under their school trousers.
  • Wear the House Tie each day. Ties should be tied correctly.
  • A jacket or coat may be worn over the top of the blazer. Hoodies are not allowed 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 school jumper may be work underneath the blazer, however this is optional.
  • 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.