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School Uniform

Cedars Academy School Uniform Policy HERE (written inline with DfE Guidance)

The school has a uniform and all children are required to wear it. The colours are predominantly red and grey.  We believe wearing school uniform is important. It helps everyone feel proud, part of the school, and shows high standards. We expect all pupils to wear their uniform smartly, including keeping shirts tucked in.

Boys

• Grey or black trousers
• Red top (sweatshirt or jumper)
• Red polo shirt / shirt

Girls

• Grey skirt or grey / black trousers
• Red top (sweatshirt, jumper or cardigan)
• Red polo shirt / blouse
• Red and white dress (for summer use)

For girls who wish to wear the traditional dress of the Shalwar Kameez it must be no longer than mid calf length and in school colours. Jeans and tracksuits are not permitted. Children should wear appropriate footware namely black shoes, suitable for moving around the school safely and for use in the playground.

Shoes (for boys / girls) must:

• Be black
• Be sturdy
• Enclose the whole foot (ie with either lace, buckle or velcro fastenings)
• Have a low heel

If sandals are worn the same guidance applies. Trainers are not to be worn to school. Slipper type footwear, although in fashion, are not to be worn – this type of shoe is particularly dangerous as they often slip off when children climb stairs and run in the playground.

PE Kit

Children come to school dressed in their PE kit on their PE day and remain in it all day. This avoids issues with changing and increases the time children have being active within the lesson.

• Black joggers (black shorts may be worn beneath during warmer months)
• Red polo shirt
• Red sweatshirt
• Any trainers (only on their PE day)

As a school, we want to listen when people raise concerns and deal with them fairly and with respect.

To make this clear:

• Our school has high standards for uniform to build pride and consistency.

• Sometimes, a uniform rule may clash with a child’s faith, belief, or another protected need.

• If this happens, we will work with families to agree a fair solution.

• Any changes must be for a real need, not just a preference. They must also be reasonable in school and linked to a protected characteristic in the Equality Act 2010.

• Any agreed changes will be written down and followed fairly.

This means our uniform rules apply to everyone, but if a real conflict with faith, belief, or another protected characteristic arises, we will carefully consider it with families.

We hope this shows that we are committed to both high standards and fairness. We want every child to feel respected, valued, and able to do their best.