Downsbrook Primary School

Downsbrook Primary School, Dominion Road, Worthing, West Sussex, BN14 8GD

Welcome from Mr J Grover - HeadteacherSchool Uniform Policy

School Uniform Policy

Aims of Policy
The aim of this policy is to set out the requirements for a school uniform. Downsbrook Primary School has a school uniform policy, determined by the Governors and it is expected that all pupils will comply with it.

A school uniform looks smart, and clearly identifies the school; pupils should wear the uniform with pride. The policy allows all pupils to feel included and reduces any inequalities or pressures of fashion.

The school is always willing to support families for whom the provision of uniform might cause financial difficulty. The criteria for this support are in line with that for free school meal assessment.

Uniform list -
All of the uniform below can be bought at Broadwater Sports or through this on-line supplier (Schoolwearforless.com).

Bottle green sweatshirt with Downsbrook Primary School and windmill logo in white

White polo shirt with Downsbrook Primary School and windmill logo in green

Optional bottle green peaked cap with back flap Downsbrook Primary School and windmill logo in white

Black/grey trousers

Black/grey skirt (knee length)

Black/grey shorts for Summer (no cycling shorts or leggings)

PE kit (black shorts and house t-shirt)

Sensible black shoes or black trainers (white trainers will only be accepted for PE/games). Pupils must have a change of footwear for PE and games for hygiene reasons.

Jewellery –
In line with the West Sussex County Council policy, the school will only permit stud earrings. This is to conform to Health and Safety practice. During PE/Games lessons or activities, all earrings and watches will need to be removed, or earrings covered with tape if less than 6 weeks old.

Any exceptions, for medical or faith reasons, must be agreed between the Headteacher and parents or carers and recorded.

Hair –
The school requires hair that is collar length, or longer, to be tied up. For Health & Safety reasons, this is particularly important for Science, DT and PE/Games.

Pupils are not allowed to have hair that is coloured or dyed nor to adopt an extreme hair style.

Make-up –
The wearing of make-up is not permitted during school hours. Any exceptions, for medical or faith reasons, must be agreed between the Headteacher and parents or carers and recorded.