Parents-Information-Handbook-2016-2017

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Section 1e - General Information
Appearance of Pupils
Appearance of Pupils
We consider the appearance of pupils to be of the highest importance. Extremes of fashion are not
allowed. Pupils must wear the correct uniform with top buttons fastened, ties properly done up and of
an appropriate length and shirts tucked in at all times.
School Uniform and Sports Kit
To enable pupils and parents to get the maximum wear out of their existing uniform, there may be an
opportunity for parents to take part in a second-hand uniform swap organised by The Parents’
Association. If you feel that you would benefit from such an event, please contact your Parents’
Association Year Group Representative, contact details for whom can be found on the Parents’ Portal,
password ‘Nottingham’.
Everyday wear for Years 7-11 should be white blouse or shirt, School or House tie, regulation
pullover, dark grey trousers or skirt, School blazer (see page 32 for Sixth Form options).
A short sleeved shirt may be worn in hot weather or cuffs rolled up on a long-sleeved shirt. Blazers
and ties may be removed and sleeves neatly rolled up unless students choose to wear a short sleeved
shirt. Short sleeve order may only be worn when officially announced by the Senior Deputy Head.
Full uniform must continue to be worn for whole School assemblies. During the summer term, girls
may wear a short sleeved summer blouse or the new short sleeved revere shirt. Girls in Years 7-11
may also wear ankle socks during short sleeve order.
Jewellery: girls with pierced ears may wear plain studs or sleepers (one pair only in the lobes). No
bright colours, large discs or oversized earrings are permitted. A watch, one ring and a necklace (to
be worn out of sight) are allowed. Bracelets may not be worn, with the exception of one plastic
charity bracelet or equivalent. Any jewellery brought into the School is at the owner's risk. Jewellery
worn as a result of body piercing, other than that listed above, is not permitted at any time. Jewellery
must be removed for all sports lessons and fixtures. Students are not permitted to have tattoos
(permanent or temporary).
Make-up must not be worn by girls in Years 7-10 when in uniform. Light make-up may be worn by
girls in Year 11 and the Sixth Form (Years 12 and 13) when in uniform if they wish. Sixth Form girls
only may wear nail varnish in “ nude” shades only. If make-up is deemed to be too heavy, girls will be
asked to remove it.
Section 1e - Appearance of Pupils