Uniform
Uniform is an important part of school life creating equality across all students.
Wearing uniform correctly, and taking pride in our appearance, is embedded as part of The Kimberley Way.
Morning Checks
As students arrive at school they will be greeted by staff, welcoming them on to the school site. At the same time, these staff members will support students not meeting the basic expectations outlined in the uniform guidance below. Issues that can be resolved ‘there and then’ we be done so before entering the school site e.g. shirts tucked in, blazer being worn etc.
Uniforms are continually checked thoughout the day with any descrepencies marked accordingly on the student's 'Smart Card'. Continous issues with uniform/appearance may lead to sanctions as detailed in the uniform policy.
Addressing Issues
Any uniform issues which cannot be immediately resolved -unacceptable footwear for example - will still be addressed, with the student being sent directly to Student Support.
Here students will be loaned any items that they are missing (all items available), to ensure they are meeting basic expectations and to allow them to focus on the day ahead, without unnecessary challenges from staff.
In addition to items being loaned to individuals, the Pastoral Teams will work collaboratively with parents and carers to ensure the issues are resolved moving forwards.
Below is a quick visual guide for parents that sets out in full details our expectations of uniform and appearance.
Uniform Guidelines
Approved / Mandatory Attire
SHIRT
Plain white shirt with a collar, buttoned to the neck and tucked in.
SKIRT
The Kimberley School Skirt with the logo
The school skirt must me worn to its full length (see diagram below) & worn with plain black tights.
TROUSERS
Straight black boot cut or straight
BLAZER & TIE
The Kimberley School blazer with badge
The Kimberley School tie/senior tie
SOCKS or TIGHTS
Plain black tights when wearing the school skirt
Plain black socks when wearing trousers
JEWELLERY
Watch
One small stud earring in each ear
JUMPER/COATS/OUTWEAR
Students can choose to wear an optional plain black V-neck jumper and/or a plain sensible coat or jacket. However, if the student does choose to do so, these items are to be worn in addition to the compulsory Kimberley School blazer, not instead of.
APPEARANCE
Nail varnish is natural and nails should be a suitable and sensible length for school. Makeup should be natural and minimal. Although potentially subjective, students & parents should respect the decisions of the school in the interest of fairness.
Not Permitted
SHIRT
Polo shirts
T-shirts
Patterned, coloured or T-shirts with logos, worn underneath the school shirt
Shirt with collar worn without the tie
Hoodies of other jumpers
SKIRT
Any other skirt. TKS Branded only.
TROUSERS
Skinny or tapered trousers
Jean or denim material
Cropped or 3/4 length trousers
Stitched on pockets
Embellishments or adornments
BLAZER & TIE
Any other blazer. TKS Branded only.
Any other tie. TKS Branded only.
SOCKS or TIGHTS
Footless, patterned or coloured tights
Knee length socks
JEWELLERY
Bracelets, extra rings, necklaces, hooped or large earrings, ANY facial or body piercings
JUMPER/COATS/OUTWEAR
Denim jackets
Leather/suede jackets
Hoods, sweatshirts or jumpers
Offensive logos or motif
APPEARANCE
Unnatural hair colours, unconventional styles or cuts are not allowed. This includes cut patterns or designs in the hair. Although potentially subjective, students & parents should respect the decisions of the school in the interest of fairness.
Visual Guide
Skirts
The skirt should be touching the top of the knee. Kimberley School branded skirts must be purchased from Just Schoolwear.
Too short
P.E. Uniform Guidelines
Compulsory (C) & Optional (O) Kit
TOP
(C) Blue Polo shirt featuring the school logo
(O) Blue/Black/White long sleaved underlayer
(O) School banded jumper (sourced via PE dept)
*If you have ordered and are waiting for a Blue Polo Shirt featuring the school logo, your child must bring a Plain Black/Navy/white t-shirt as an alternative with a note from a parent or carer*
BOTTOMS
(C) Black/Navy blue shorts
(C) Black/Navy blue tracksuit bottoms
(C) Black/Navy blue leggings
FOOTWEAR
(C) Ankle supporting sports trainers
(C) Astro/trainers
(C) Studded boots
SOCKS / LEGGINGS
Black/Navy blue sport socks
NOT Permitted
TOP
Any other Polo shirt
Plain black jumper
Hoodie
BOTTOMS
Any other coloured shorts, tracksuit bottoms and leggings.
Tights (these must be removed)
FOOTWEAR
Converse, Vans
Plimsoles (or any flat.non ankle supporting trainers
SOCKS / LEGGINGS
Tights
JEWELLERY
Strictly no jewellery
All jewellery items must be removed for P.E. lessons
P.E. Kit Sanctions
If you child forgets there PE top they will be issued with an clean alternative top to wear. They will also receive the following:
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If your child attends a PE lesson without any 1 piece of correct uniform (PE top, bottoms or trainers), they will be awarded an ‘No PE kit’ mark.
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3 ‘No kit’ marks will result in a 30minute afterschool detention, every lesson they forget a piece of kit or all of their kit after this will again result in an afterschool detention for 30minutes.
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This resets to 0 at the end of a term.
Participation
We are well aware that on a few occasions your child may not be able to take part due to injury/illness. Please encourage resilience in your child before writing a note excusing them for a PE curriculum lesson. All notes will be sent home or an email confirming we have received a written note from your to us excusing your child from PE. We want students to take part in lessons and enjoy the experience of PE at the Kimberley School, so please only write a note if you believe completing the PE lesson will cause further harm to your child. PE notes will not be accepted on a mobile phone.
Suppliers
Our recommended suppliers of uniform are:
Just Schoolwear
https://just-schoolwear.co.uk/school/kimberley-school/
0115 965 2869
(also known as Academy School Uniforms)
Arnold Store
12 High Street
Arnold
Nottingham
NG5 7DZ
Tuesday & Thursday 10:00 AM – 4:00 PM
Saturday 10:00 AM – 3:00 PM
Calverton Collection Point
Unit 3, Calverton Business Park
Hoyle Road
Calverton
Nottingham
NG14 6QL
Monday – Friday 08:30 AM – 3:30 PM
Long Eaton Store
73 Derby Road
Long Eaton
Nottingham
NG10 1NB
Saturday 10:00 AM – 3:00 PM
11 Compton Acres Shopping Centre
West Bridgford
Nottingham
NG2 7RS
Tuesday & Thursday 10:00 AM – 4:00 PM
Saturday 10:00 AM – 3:00 PM
In line with statutory guidance from the Department for Education, we have reviewed our School Uniform costs in order to ensure that we are achieving value for money for families. The full details of this review are set out in this letter to parents.