Uniform Guidance

Uniform is worn at Hallam Nursery & Primary School to create an environment that focuses on learning rather than individual appearance. The guidelines are intended to help parents make correct judgements about the school clothes and accessories to buy for their children.

Parents are responsible for following the uniform guidelines. Pupils may wear uniform with the Hallam Nursery & Primary School logo or unbranded uniform in the school colours.

Overview and General Requirements

The approved uniform should be worn by all pupils during school hours. The general rule is that pupils’ clothing at Hallam Primary School should be appropriate for work at school.

The basic standard of clothing is:

  • Royal blue sweatshirt or cardigan
  • Dark trousers, shorts or skirts (no jeans)
  • Suitable dark-coloured shoes, preferably black or navy

The Summer standard of clothing is:

  • Dark shorts or skirt
  • Blue checked/gingham dress
  • Optional lighter layers in school colours

Clothing options and requirements

The following provide guidelines and specific requirements of Hallam Nursery & Primary School’s standard dress code:

  • Clothes should be clean and neat at all times
  • All clothing must be appropriate in size for the pupil
  • Jeans are not permitted
  • Shoes must be suitable for both classroom and playground activities. Flip-flops, sandals and heels are not acceptable
  • It is advisable that all items of clothing are clearly labelled with the child’s name

Physical Education (PE) Kit

Pupils are expected to wear the following for PE:

  • Dark shorts
  • Dark jogging bottoms (plain, with no logos or stripes)
  • T-shirt in house colour:
    • Redmires – Red
    • Hallamshire – Blue
    • Lodge Moor – Yellow
    • Fulwood – Green
  • Royal blue fleece, sweatshirt or hooded top
  • Change of socks
  • Trainers or plimsolls

Pupils may come to school wearing their PE kit on their allocated PE day.

Shoes

  • Sensible, dark-coloured shoes should be worn (preferably black or navy)
  • All black trainers are acceptable (including on non - P.E days)
  • Flip-flops, sandals and heeled shoes are not permitted

General Appearance

Pupils are encouraged to take pride in their appearance and wear their uniform correctly at all times.

School clothing assistance

The school offers pre-worn uniform at a minimal cost on a termly basis. Families are encouraged to make use of this service where needed.

Expectations

Children who wear inappropriate clothing for school will be reminded of the school dress code and expected to return in suitable attire the following day. Continued failure to follow the uniform policy may result in communication with parents to seek their support.

How To Order

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School uniform plays a key role in promoting pride, self-confidence, and a feeling of belonging within the student body. These factors contribute to students' wellbeing, removing the additional pressures of deciding what to wear and added stress of meeting the expectations of their peers.

At Hallam Nursery & Primary School, we believe that our pupils deserve to feel a sense of pride and belonging to the school they attend.