Uniform

School Uniform

Rationale

Our uniform shows that we are part of the Boroughbridge High School community. We have the highest expectations of our students with regards to school uniform, and strongly believe that our high standards provide a sense of belonging and identity, promote positive behaviour, support effective teaching and learning and contribute to the ethos of the School.

Aims and objectives

The Boroughbridge High School Uniform aims to:

  • identify the children within Boroughbridge High School;
  • engender a sense of community and belonging to the School;
  • instil a sense of pride and loyalty in the School;
  • make children feel equal to their peers in terms of appearance;
  • is practical and smart;
  • is fair and promotes equality taking into account protected characteristics.

School Uniform & PE Kit List

School Uniform

All students at Boroughbridge High School are responsible for wearing the correct uniform and maintaining the highest possible standards of appearance. The uniform is as follows:-

  • Black blazer with school badge (branded)
  • Plain white shirt with collar
  • School tie – Clip-on black with gold stripe
  • Plain V-neck black knitted jumper or cardigan (Optional)
  • Black trousers of smart, formal style with black socks or approved skirt (branded) with school badge from official suppliers with tights which are black, opaque, minimum 40 denier
  • Black, flat shoes. These should be sensible in style and be safe for wearing in school buildings. Plain black trainers are permitted but please note that students will be expected to bring different trainers for PE.
  • Outdoor coat of sensible design
  • Year 11 students may wear their ‘Leavers’ Hoody’ when given permission after a date TBC
  • The black blazer is not compulsory when Summer uniform is permitted at the discretion of the Headteacher. If this becomes the case, then it will be communicated to parents/carers and students.
  • Jewellery – Students may wear one small plain stud per ear and one small nose stud. They must be removed during PE lessons for safety reasons. Any new piercings that require a ‘healing period’ should only take place during school holidays that are long enough to accommodate this healing process.

No other piercings are permitted.

  • Hair should be of a natural colour and style or students may style their hair in a way that is appropriate for school and makes them feel most comfortable.

Students may have short false or painted nails

The following must not be worn in school:

  • Heavy make-up
  • Heavy boots or canvas shoes/pumps
  • Items made of denim, cord or leather

If you are in any doubt as to what is acceptable, please contact the school and check.

Some things get lost during the course of a year, so please ensure all items of uniform are clearly marked with child’s name.

PE Kit Essential Clothing and Footwear:

  • Black and gold school hoody with school badge (branded) (Optional)
  • Black and gold polo shirt with school badge (branded)
  • Plain black shorts, leggings or tracksuit bottoms or leggings with a gold splash (sold by school uniform stockists)
  • Plain white ankle socks or black/gold sports socks
  • Trainers (trainers for inside use should be clean and non-marking)
  • Football boots or studded trainers (essential for all students)
  • Safety shin guards

Boroughbridge High School uniform and PE Kit can be purchased from the following suppliers:

Rawcliffes Schoolwear Centre, Rawcliffe Corner, East Parade, Harrogate Tel: 01423 504130

Broadbank & Empson, 3 Chapel Street, Knaresborough Tel: 01423 860447

Ripon Uniform Shop, 64 Blossomgate, Ripon Tel: 01765692233

Kool Kids Uniform Shop, 17 North Street Wetherby Tel: 01937 589422

PLEASE NOTE a. All personal equipment should be clearly named b. Students are advised not to bring valuables to PE lessons c. Students are advised to hand in valuables to PE staff at the beginning of their lesson as changing rooms are not always locked during lessons.

Preloved Uniform Store

We have a preloved uniform store which stocks donated good quality, clean uniform
items which are available to families who require support. If you would like information
about what we have in stock, please contact schooladmin@boroughbridgehigh.com

Donations of used uniform are always gratefully received.