School Uniform

At the end of the summer term all parents and carers were sent a ParentMail reminder about the uniform Great Marlow School expects their students to wear.  In addition, the information was posted on the website. Most GMS students have returned, at the beginning of this academic year, wearing their uniform with pride and they look professional. But, sadly, there are a small number of students not adhering to all aspects of the uniform code. As it is important to us that all students in Year 7 to 11 wear the correct school uniform, the details are being published again in this post. Some of the items are specialised, but others are widely available in high street shops and other retail outlets.  Currently, the suppliers of Great Marlow School uniform are Hawkinsport, Bourne End and John Lewis online. Please note, assistance may be available for help with uniform costs for children in receipt of free school meals.

• Hawkinsport  – 01628 819242 –  http://www.hawkinsport.co.uk
• John Lewis – 01494 462666 – http://www.johnlewis.com

Should you require further information, other than that published here, please contact the school.

GENERAL

• All students are expected to wear school uniform and maintain a clean and tidy appearance.
• All students are required to have the proper kit in school for PE.
• The wearing of make-up is not encouraged. Minimal make-up with a skin tone foundation will be accepted but students will be asked to remove excessive make-up if worn.
• It is not acceptable for students to adapt their general appearance to follow particular fashions of the day.

HAIR

• Extremes of style and colour are not acceptable.
• Tramlines/designs are not acceptable in hairstyles.
• Check with the Director of Learning, Guidance and Support if in doubt.

JEWELLERY

The only items of jewellery acceptable are:

• a small, plain single stud in each ear (to be removed for games)
• a plain, simple ring (to be removed for games and design and technology)
• watch

All other body or facial piercings are not permitted and individuals will be told to remove them
students are responsible for the security of their own jewellery.

PHYSICAL EDUCATION KIT

		BOYS	GIRLS
	COMPULSORY	red polo shirt black shorts red football socks/white socks trainers (not plimsolls) shin pads rugby shirt	red polo shirt black shorts/cycling shorts red football socks/white socks trainers (not plimsolls) shin pads rugby shirt
	OPTIONAL BUT RECOMMENDED	tracksuit top/rain jacket tracksuit bottoms black base layer	tracksuit top/rain jacket tracksuit bottoms black base layer

GIRLS’ UNIFORM

COMPULSORY – The girls’ skirt and trousers can be purchased from Hawkinsport, Bourne End and John Lewis online. The uniform is to be worn by all girls in Years 7 -11.

• Skirt: black skirt. (Only the specified skirt may be worn, to be ordered from Hawkinsport).
• Trousers: plain black trousers. (Wide leg style only, fitted or lycra style trousers are not acceptable.)
• Shirt: plain white. (Shirts should be tucked in at all times; top buttons should be done up; and any garment worn under them should not be visible.)
• Tie: school crested tie. The school logo should be visible on the tie at all times. (The tie should be purchased in house colours.)
• Jumper: a plain black V neck, long sleeved jumper is optional. Cardigans, sweatshirts and hooded tops are not allowed.
• Socks: plain colour. Natural or black tights.
• Shoes: plain black leather shoes with low solid heels. (Trainers, plimsolls, canvas, stiletto heels, open sandals or backless shoes are not suitable for school.
• Blazer: black with the school badge on the breast pocket.
• Belt: black, simple, plain style.
• Coat: during the winter students should have a suitable dark winter coat to wear.
• Hats: a hat for warmth in winter or for sun protection in summer is permitted, but they must not be worn indoors.

BOYS’ UNIFORM

• Trousers: black. (They must be worn at the waist with no underwear visible.)
• Shirt: plain white. (Shirts should be tucked in at all times; top buttons should be done up; and garments worn under them should not be visible.)
• Tie: school crested tie. The school logo should be visible on the tie at all times. (The tie should be purchased in house colours.)
• Jumper: a plain black V neck, long sleeved jumper is optional.) Sweatshirts and hooded tops are not to be worn.
• Socks: plain colour.
• Shoes: plain black leather. (Trainers, trainer style footwear, canvass or plimsolls are not suitable for school.)
• Blazer: black with the school badge on the breast pocket.
• Belt: black, simple, plain style.
• Coat: during the winter students should have a suitable dark winter coat to wear.
• Hats: a hat for warmth in winter or for sun protection in summer is permitted, but they must not be worn indoors.

SUMMER UNIFORM

Following consultation with parents and carers, it has been agreed that during extreme hot weather, ties and blazers need not be worn. The decision will be at the discretion of the school and communicated via form tutors.

Acceptable footwear examples (that meet our requirements)

Unacceptable footwear examples (that do not meet our requirements)