Academy Uniform (EYFS, KS1, KS2, KS3 and KS4)
Our gender-neutral dress code allows students to gain a sense of community and maintain a high standard in their personal appearance and conduct:
- White polo shirt with academy logo or a plain white polo shirt or a plain navy blue polo shirt
- Navy blue sweatshirt/V-neck jumper/fleece with academy logo
- Navy blue V-neck cardigan
- Navy blue, black or charcoal grey trousers
- Navy blue, black or charcoal grey knee-length skirt
- Optional: Black or charcoal grey tailored shorts
- Optional: Blue check summer dress
- White/black/navy blue socks or black/navy blue tights
- All Black shoes, flat-heeled shoes (no coloured flashes or logos)
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All students will require the following for PE
- PE bag with academy logo or Plain Navy PE Bag
- Royal blue t-shirt with academy logo
- Navy or black shorts / PE skirt
- Plimsolls or trainers (Plimsolls must not have black soles)
- Plain navy or black tracksuit
- White socks
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Please also be aware of the following:
- Coats may be worn but are to be removed once inside classrooms/study areas
- A single piercing in each ear is permitted
- Hair should be of a natural colour
- Where religious dress is worn such as a hijab, turban, abaya, etc., it should be worn in conjunction with the dress code and maintain its spirit
Please assume that anything not specifically listed above is not allowed.
Please click on the drop-down for visual examples of the uniform.
Visual Examples of the Academy Uniform (click to expand)
Academy uniform embroidered with the academy logo is available from either:
School Time, 87-89 High St, Chatham ME4 4EE Telephone: 01634 831684 Website: www.schooltime.co.uk | Monkhouse Schoolwear Specialists (previously S Simmonds & Son Ltd), Dockside Shopping Centre, Chatham or Newnham Court Shopping Village, Maidstone Customer Services: 0161 476 7216 – Option 1 Website: www.monkhouse.com |
Items of uniform which do not require the academy logo can be purchased from any high-street retailer at a low cost for example Asda, Tesco, and M&S.
Second-hand uniform is available to purchase/exchange at termly Coffee Mornings & Afternoon Teas. Uniform suppliers will be reviewed on a bi-annual basis.
Please click on the drop-down for more information about the costings of the uniform and alternatives available.
Limiting the cost of the academy uniform (click to expand)
We understand that items with distinctive characteristics (such as branded items, or items that have to have an academy logo or a unique fabric/colour/design) cannot be purchased from a wide range of retailers and that requiring many such items limits parents’ ability to ‘shop around’ for a low price.
We will make sure our uniform:
- Is available at a reasonable cost
- Provides the best value for money for parents/carers
We will do this by:
- Carefully considering whether any items with distinctive characteristics such as the academy logo are necessary
- Limiting any items with distinctive characteristics where possible for example, by only asking that the jumper/fleece/sweatshirt, and PE T-Shirt features the academy logo so that the academy’s uniform can act as a social leveller
- Ensuring the items with distinctive characteristics are long-lasting items and also providing an option to purchase a second-hand uniform at a low cost
- Avoiding specific requirements for items students could wear on non-academy days, such as coats, bags and shoes
- Avoiding different uniform requirements for different year/ community groups
- Avoiding different uniform requirements for extra-curricular activities
- Considering alternative methods for signalling differences in groups for inter-academy competitions, such as creating posters or labels
- Making sure that arrangements are in place for parents to acquire second-hand uniform items
- Avoiding frequent changes to uniform specifications and minimising the financial impact on parents of any changes
- Consulting with parents and students on any proposed significant changes to the uniform policy and carefully considering any complaints about the policy
Average Cost of Uniform Per Primary/Secondary Student (Based on September 2022 Prices) (click to expand)
Note costs are based on averages from a comparison between School Time Ltd, Monkhouse Schoolwear Specialists, ASDA, Morrison and M&S.
|  | Uniform Item | *Branded? | Cost Per Item (£) | Number of Items Per Pupil | Total Cost (£) |
| Note: Only one style required | White polo shirt with academy logo | Yes | £10.50 | 2 | £21 |
|  | White or plain navy blue polo shirt | No | £2.50 | 2 | £5 |
|  | Navy blue sweatshirt with academy logo | Yes | £15 | 2 | £60 |
|  | Navy blue sweatshirt plain | No | £3.50 | 2 | £7 |
| Note: Only one style required | Navy blue V–neck jumper with academy logo | Yes | £25 | 2 | £50 |
|  | Navy blue fleece with academy logo | Yes | £18.50 | 1 | £18.50 |
|  | Navy blue V-neck cardigan plain | No | £4.50 | 2 | £9 |
|  | Navy blue V-neck jumper plain | No | £4.50 | 2 | £9 |
| Note: Only one style required | Navy blue, black or charcoal grey trousers | No | £4 | 2 | £8 |
|  | Navy blue, black or charcoal grey knee length skirt | No | £3.50 | 2 | £7 |
| Optional: | Optional: Black or charcoal grey tailored shorts | No | £8 | 2 | £16 |
|  | Optional: Blue check summer dress | No | £4.50 | 2 | £9 |
|  | White/black/navy socks or black/navy tights | No | £1 | 5 | £5 |
|  | All Black shoes, flat-heeled shoes (no coloured flashes or logos) | No | £25 | 1 | £25 |
|  | Royal blue t-shirt with academy logo | Yes | £7.50 | 1 | £7.50 |
|  | Navy or black shorts PE skirt | No | £5.50 | 1 | £5.50 |
|  | Navy or black PE skirt | No | £13 | 1 | £13 |
|  | Plimsolls (trainers are optional) | No | £4.50 | 1 | £4.50 |
|  | Plain navy or black track suit | No | £10 | 1 | £10 |
|  | White sports socks | No | £1 | 2 | £2 |
| Note: Choice of either with or without logo. | PE bag with academy logo | Yes | £7 | 1 | £7 |
|  | Plain Navy PE Bag | Yes | £6 | 1 | £6 |
| Â | With branded items | With plain items from high street retailers e.g. ASDA, Primark, M&S, etc. (but incudes branded PE T-Shirt) |
| TOTAL Average cost for a full set of uniform including school shoes (without optional extra uniform included ) | £163 | £93 |
| ADDITIONAL COSTS (DUE TO RELIGIOUS BELIEFS) | N/A | £10 |
*Branded –– this means it has the Bradfields Academy logo
Sixth Form Dress Code
When students transition into Sixth Form they are no longer required to wear a uniform; although we recognise that some young adults may prefer to continue to do so because of their sensory needs.
The expectation is for Sixth Formers to dress in appropriate business attire that reflects their standing of young adults preparing for the world of work. The tutor team, Engagement Support Leaders, Senior Leadership Team and Principal reserve the right to interpret what is, and is not, appropriate wherever there is doubt about particular details, or where appearance is considered extreme, offensive or completely inappropriate. We base our expectations on the type of clothes and appearance that would be acceptable in the workplace. Our gender-neutral dress code allows members of the Sixth Form to set a high standard in their personal appearance and conduct. All items on the list below may be worn by Sixth Form students in an appropriate colour suitable for an office environment.
- Smart, tailored style suit in a plain fabric or with a simple pattern (skin-tight clothing of any kind is not acceptable)
- Smart trousers
- Smart dress
- Smart jacket or blazer
- Smart plain shirt
- Smart blouse with sleeves and a neckline not below the collarbone
- Smart jumper
- Smart cardigan
- Smart shoes (Polished black or brown shoes, heels no higher than 2 inches)
- Smart, plain, matching socks or tights in a dark colour
- Formal items, such as waistcoats and ties are optional
Please click on the drop-down for visual examples of the Sixth Form dress code.
Visual Examples of the Sixth Form Dress (click to expand)
Please also be aware of the following:
- Coats may be worn but are to be removed once inside classrooms/study areas
- A single piercing in each ear is permitted.
- Hair should be of a natural colour
- Where religious dress is worn such as a hijab, turban, abaya, etc., it should be worn in conjunction with the dress code and maintain its spirit.
Sixth Form PE Kit
For PE, Sixth Formers should wear:
- A sports t-shirt/polo shirt (coloured Navy blue/black/grey/white). A sports motif or badge is acceptable
- A choice of shorts/tracksuit bottoms (coloured Navy blue/black/grey)
- Suitable non-marking footwear
Students who represent the Academy at sporting fixtures will be asked to ensure they have the appropriate kit.
All items of clothing should be clearly labelled with the name of the young adult – labelled lost property can be returned to its owner.
Please also be aware of the following:
- Coats may be worn but are to be removed once inside classrooms/study areas
- A single piercing in each ear is permitted.
- Hair should be of a natural colour
- Where religious dress is worn such as a hijab, turban, abaya, etc., it should be worn in conjunction with the dress code and maintain its spirit.
Please assume that anything not specifically listed above is not allowed, for example, leggings, leather, pleather, hoodies, denim, vest tops, crop tops, visible tattoos and facial piercings are not included on the list, so are not permitted. Any clothing with rips, holes or large logos/slogans will not be deemed as being smart and the judgement of the Academy Leadership Team will be final on all matters relating to the Sixth Form Dress Code.
Jewellery, Make-up and Hairstyles
Whilst it is recognised that jewellery, make-up and hairstyles are expressions of an individual, it is also the fact that young adults are being prepared for their learning and their next steps towards employment. They are also in a setting where health and safety needs to be considered.
With this in mind, sixth formers are allowed to wear one pair of small stud earrings with a single stud in each ear lobe. This minimises the chance of it being caught or pulled and causing damage. Facial piercings are not allowed.
Natural-looking make-up is acceptable and short fingernails must be maintained.
Students on work placements also need to consider the employers’ codes as a breach of these could impact on these placements.
Finally, please remember that the dress code in the Sixth Form is a privilege not enjoyed by younger members of the academy community. It reflects the level of maturity and independence we expect from our Sixth Form students and any student failing to comply with it may be sent home to change.
Please note that the Assistant Principal for the community will make decisions in respect of all the items listed above should there be a dispute.
The full Uniform Policy can be found on our Policies Page via this link: https://www.bradfieldsacademy.co.uk/about/policies/