School Uniform

School uniform plays a pivotal role in promoting a sense of belonging within the school community. We want our pupils to feel comfortable and proud in identifying as Al-Sadiq School pupils. In addition, we believe having a firm uniform policy helps to build self-confidence and character, setting the tone: ‘look Smart, think Smart’. These factors contribute to our pupils’ wellbeing, removing the additional pressures of deciding what to wear and added stress of meeting the expectations of their peers.

Autumn & Spring term	Summer term Option
Reception to Year 3 Uniform
Boys Light blue shirt School tie – to be purchased from the school office Grey trousers Navy blue ‘V’ neck jumper Charcoal grey/black/white socks Black school shoes (no trainers allowed)	Light blue Polo Shirt Grey Trousers Charcoal grey/black/white socks
Girls Blue Pinafore White shirt Navy cardigan Navy or white tights	Blue checked dress White tights
Year 4 to Year 11 Uniform
Boys Light blue shirt (long sleeves apart from the summer term when they have the option to wear short sleeves) School tie – to be purchased from the school office Grey trousers Navy blue ‘V’ neck jumper (Optional) Navy blue blazer Badge (to be purchased from the school office) Charcoal grey/black/white socks Black school shoes (no trainers allowed)	Light blue short sleeved shirt
P.E Kit (Secondary and Primary)
Plain white T-shirt or Polo shirt (girls) Plain Navy tracksuit bottoms. Leggings, shorts, printed or coloured T-shirts are not permitted. Plain black trainers Anyone in the wrong P.E kit will not be allowed to participate in the P.E lesson
Outdoor wear
Jackets and coats must be plain navy blue or black in colour with no noticeable motifs or designs. Please note hoodies are not permitted
Hair and accessories
Pupils’ hair must be in be in a conventional and understated style. Boys’ hair must be no longer three finger widths in length and no shorter than a number 2. In addition, there should be no contrast between the top of the hair and the sides. Short sides must be faded gradually into the top of the haircut so there is no noticeable ‘step’ or layering. Some specific styles that are not permitted: ‘Skin fades’ where the pupil’s hair is cut below a Number 1 on the sides. Hair that is teased, backcombed, or be covered in excessive product (wax, gel etc.) Patterns shaved into a pupil’s hair or eyebrows, including an artificial parting. High or flamboyant hair styles, such as a ‘Mohican’. Any unnatural colours. Styles that block the view of others in any way. Styles that hide the face. Heavy floppy styles or large quiffs at the front. Please note this is not an exhaustive list and any other hairstyles that the school considers to be inappropriate will also not be permitted. *Girls may use hair bands, grips and scrunchies in keeping with the school uniform colours and large hair accessories will not be permitted. The only jewellery permitted is one aqiq or feroza ring. Pupils are not permitted to wear makeup or nail varnish. Failure to adhere to this will result in the child being sent home.
Footwear
Over recent years the difference between trainers and shoes has become blurred. Inevitably, this has made it increasingly difficult for parents and carers to make sure that their children are in the correct uniform. To support parents, carers and their children, we have provided the guide below so that the correct footwear can be selected that is both smart and in keeping with our polices and values. What must never be forgotten is that during a school day footwear will be buffeted and bruised. Therefore, it must be robust and up to those challenges. In addition to this, we are aware that parents and carers are often put under pressure to buy footwear that is high-fashion and branded. We have always felt that this kind of pressure and peer-pressure should be kept away from school. Therefore, there will be no branding of footwear at Al-Sadiq school.