School Uniform

At Orchard Primary School, children are expected to wear our school uniform to encourage a sense of belonging and pride in being a member of the school community. We therefore request your co-operation in complying with the items listed below. A copy of our School Uniform Policy is also available on the Key Information page of our website.

Some of the uniform can be bought from high street shops / supermarkets and others, including special items in the school colours or with a school logo, can be bought directly from Monkhouse Schoolwear Specialists (see link below).

There is some pre-loved uniform available from the school office; parents are asked to make a small donation for these items.

	School Wear
School Uniform (essential)	Grey or black trousers, shorts or skirt (jeans/leggings are not permitted) Bright blue polo shirt with school logo Bright blue sweatshirt or cardigan with school logo Socks - black, grey or white Tights - grey or navy Sun hat or cap during the summer months
PE (essential)	Bright blue t-shirt with school logo Navy or black shorts/skort Pumps or trainers (Jogging bottoms and plain sweatshirt for winter months (advised)
Swimming	A named swimming costume/trunks and towel will be required.
Optional	Reversible coat with school logo Blue/white check summer dress
Additional equipment	Book Bag PE bag Year 5 and 6 children only – Pencil Cases
Footwear	Footwear should be black or blue. Shoes with platform soles, high heels or open toes are not permitted. Trainers should only be worn for PE and not for everyday wear.
Forest School	Children in Reception take part in weekly Forest School sessions. They should wear a long sleeved top and long trousers. Please also provide a pair of wellington boots. Waterproof coats and trousers will be provided by school.
Hair	All children, both boys and girls, are required to tie their hair up where it is long enough to do so. For health and safety reasons, long hair must always be tied up for PE. Extreme hairstyles, such as Mohican cuts, shaved lines or hair dye are not permitted.
Jewellery	Only one stud earring in each ear is permitted. No other jewellery is allowed without the prior permission of the Head Teacher. For health and safety reasons, earrings must be removed for certain activities, eg PE. Children are expected to be able to manage removing these themselves. If it is not possible to remove them, parents should supply tape to cover the earrings during PE lessons.
Labelling of Uniform	Please make sure all items are clearly marked with your child's name. This makes it much easier for us to reunite lost items with their owner!

The website for ordering school uniform on-line (inc sizing guide) can be accessed here:

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