School Uniform

At Nunthorpe Academy we strive to ensure that all members of our academy fulfil their potential through a relentless focus on achieving our core vision of Thriving Together following the behaviour principals of Ready, Respectful and Safe. This ensures that our students are well prepared for learning. Our 11-16 uniform sets the standard for our own high expectations for students being professional and business-like in appearance.

The uniform is designed to be affordable for all our families and our policy is kept under regular review through consultation with stakeholders. This is in line with the Education (Guidance about Costs of School uniforms) Act 2021. Our Uniform Policy distinguishes between compulsory items and those that are optional. We do not have a summer or winter uniform, but in warm periods the Headteacher will communicate if adaptations occur e.g. Blazer need not be worn.

We understand that some families may face challenges in providing full school uniform and the necessary equipment for learning, and we are committed to supporting all students to ensure they feel prepared and confident each day. The Children’s Wellbeing and Schools Bill will ban schools from requiring parents/carers to buy more than three branded items as part of the school uniform. Secondary and Middle schools will be able to require an additional branded item if one of those items is a branded tie. The government is clear that these items should be limited to low-cost and long-wearing items only. The new rules will take effect from September 2026, however our policy already aligns with it. Our uniform requires three branded items: blazer, tie and PE top. All other items can be purchased from high-street retailers.

School uniform is as follows:

1. Business Jacket with Academy Logo is COMPULSORY for all and is available from Michael Segal and Sons. You may access this by following this link: https://www.michaelsehgal.co.uk/schools/nunthorpe-academy/ or by emailing: sales@michaelsehgal.co.uk to arrange a visit to the store or book an appointment or via the telephone: 0191 230 2320

2. Jumper is OPTIONAL but if worn must be a navy, not black, V neck to fit under the Academy Business Jacket and allow for the tie to be seen.

3. Grey trousers or skirt:

· Trousers must be dark grey. High fashion items are not permitted, e.g. jeans, denims, cords, bootlegs, hipsters, combats, pinstripes, skinny fit. No dangling or coloured belts, motifs, splits, zips (except fly).

· Skirts must be at knee length (i.e. the student should be able to kneel down and the skirt should touch the floor) and dark grey. No high fashion items e.g. stretch material, mini, ankle length, leather, suede, combat, etc. Skirts should be a non-stretchy, formal style. On straight skirts only one slit is permitted. No dangling or coloured belts, motifs, obvious pockets, large splits. Skirts should NEVER be worn rolled up at the waistband.

4. Academy year group ties are COMPULSORY for all. Ties must reach the waistband of trousers or skirt when tied with a narrow knot. Tie colours identify each year group. The colour allocated in Year 7 remains for the 5 years. Please check at admission the colour required. Ties can be purchased from Michael Segal and Sons. Ties must be correctly tied at all times, reach the waistband of skirts or trousers and worn directly under the top button of the shirt. Large, loose knots are not acceptable.

6. Conventional white school shirts are compulsory for all students. They must not be fitted; should have a pointed collar, not rounded; be able to be worn with a tie with the top button of the shirt fastened comfortably at all times; and must tuck in and not be close fitting for all.

7. Plain black, dark blue, white or grey socks may be worn by all but no other colours or patterns are permitted.

8. If wearing a skirt, tights must be worn which need to be plain, black and a minimum of 40 denier.

9. Shoes for all should be flat, plain and completely black. No trainers/trainer style, no boots (including Kicker boots and hiking type boots) and no decoration, e.g. gold bands or studs.

If you are struggling with any aspect of uniform or essential school items, please don’t hesitate to contact the school; we may be able to offer assistance, including access to pre-loved uniform, school-funded supplies, or additional pastoral support. Our aim is to remove any barriers to learning and help every student feel a sense of belonging and pride to support them thriving in their school experience.

You can view the Uniform and Equipment policy here: Uniform and Equipment Policy.