School Uniform
Uniform and Appearance of Students
Wadham School constantly seeks to provide the best value for parents and guardians in all areas of school life. School uniform is no exception. We aim to ensure that no young person is ever deterred from applying to become a student at Wadham School on the grounds of the cost of the uniform. We would also strive to help the family of any student who may have financial difficulties. All non-badged items of school uniform can be bought at a variety of retail outlets at a range of prices. The school also stocks some of these items, but parents and guardians may purchase them from any source. Badged items such as sweatshirts, polo shirts and PE shirts can be purchased from the school. We believe that by buying these items in bulk we are offering families the best value. We regularly review the prices of these items. We also believe that the provision of this service encourages families to feel part of the school community.
All items of uniform can be purchased from the school finance office or online via iPay Payments. If you would like to order uniform via iPay Payments please email Wadham Uniform Shop
See links on the top right for uniform and appearance requirements for students at Wadham School.
School Uniform Requirements
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Shirt Red Polo Shirt with the Wadham Logo
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Only polo shirts with the school logo are acceptable.
T-Shirts / under garments can be worn under polo shirts but must not be visible.
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Jumper / sweatshirt Black school sweatshirt or V-neck jumper with Wadham logo.
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Only sweatshirts and jumpers with the school logo on them are acceptable.
Sweatshirts are available with either a crewneck or a V-neck.
Jumpers are available with a V-neck. (Designed for girls)
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Trousers Plain, black, straight leg trousers with a waistband.
Acceptable School Trousers |
Trousers must be smart in appearance and without slits or any form of ornamentation.
The hem of the trousers should not drag on the ground and the trousers must be long enough to cover the ankle.
Combat, skinny or tight ‘fashion’ trousers are not acceptable.
Trousers made from stretchy materials e.g. elastic or lycra, or trousers that have the appearance of leggings or jeggings are not acceptable.
Jeans or jean style denim or canvas trousers are also not acceptable.
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Skirt Plain black skirt of sensible length
Acceptable School Skirts
Acceptable School Skirts
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Skirts must be plain black and not cling to the legs.
Skirts must not have any form of ornamentation.
They must be a sensible length with the shortest length acceptable being just above the knee – the bottom of the skirt should not allow any part of the thigh to be seen.
Skirts made from stretchy materials e.g. elastic or lycra, are not acceptable.
Jeans or jean style denim or canvas skirts are also not acceptable.
Leggings or jeggings are not acceptable.
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Shorts Plain black Tailored Shorts
Acceptable school Shorts |
Students may choose to wear tailored shorts, instead of full -length trousers or skirts.
Shorts must be black with no markings or symbols.
Shorts must be the same material as permitted full length trousers.
The length of shorts should be no longer than the knee and no more than 10cm above the knee.
Sports shorts or similar are not acceptable. Shorts made from stretchy materials e.g. elastic or lycra, are not acceptable.
Jeans or jean style denim or canvas shorts are also not acceptable.
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Belts Plain Black Belt
Acceptable Black Belt |
Broad or narrow fashion belts are not acceptable.
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Socks Plain Black Socks Acceptable Plain Black Socks |
Socks must be plain black and long enough to cover the ankle.
Trainer type socks are not acceptable.
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Tights Plain black tights
Acceptable Plain black Tights |
Tights worn with skirts must be plain black without patterns or embellishments.
Tights must be in a good state of repair. |
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Shoes Plain black shoe shoes
Acceptable School Shoes (leather unbranded shoes)
Unacceptable due to branding and these are classed as Trainers. |
Shoes must be leather, plain black and unbranded.
Heels should not be more than 5cm.
Open toed shoes, mules and sling-back style are not allowed.
No trainer, canvas shoes or boots above the ankle can be worn.
Trainer shoes can be identified by a shoe with markings or symbols on the shoes or soles. These are not acceptable.
As a general guide, shoes must be able to be polished, and therefore are likely to be made from leather or leather-type material. |
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Outer Garments Plain coloured coat.
Acceptable Coat
Acceptable Coat
Unacceptable sweatshirt coat |
In poor weather it is expected that students will wear a coat as an outer garment when outside.
Demin coats are not acceptable.
Hoodies or any other kind of sweatshirt are not acceptable as an outer garment.
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PE Kit
Acceptable Shorts
Acceptable Leggings
Acceptable Skort
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Essential PE Kit (* items can be purchased from the school shop.) · Wadham PE polo shirt * · Plain black shorts or plain black skort, or plain black sports leggings (no tight fitting lycra shorts) · Wadham sports socks or plain, long black sports socks · Sports trainers (not fashion trainers) · Studded boots for certain sports (rugby, football, hockey) Optional PE Kit · Wadham rugby jersey · Wadham quarter zip, long sleeve training top Whilst the items are considered optional, we encourage as many students as possible to purchase them to keep warm in the colder months. Alternatively, students could choose, for example, to wear a vest or plain black ‘skins’ underneath their polo top to keep warm. Please note the following: · There is no option to wear the school jumper during PE lessons · Students who intend to represent the school at rugby will require a rugby top Cold Weather When the weather is cold, students can wear hats, gloves and plain black joggers at the discretion of their PE teacher. Personal Protective Equipment To keep students safe, it is strongly recommended that students purchase and wear the following when participating in the following sports in lessons: · Hockey (shin pads and gum shield) · Rugby (gum shield) · Football (shin pads) These PPE items are compulsory for students who choose to represent the school and play competitive fixtures.
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Acceptable school shoes (unbranded school shoes)
Unacceptable due to trainer branding.
General Appearance
Makeup
This should be worn discretely and kept to a minimum.
Jewellery
1 small discrete nose stud is allowed (no rings or larger studs will be permitted in the nose)
Earrings should be discrete in the ears, (bars, hoops, spacers, disks or dangling earrings will not be acceptable)
One small / simple necklace is allowed.
Rings, bracelets or wristbands are not allowed.
All jewellery MUST be removed for all PE lessons for Health and Safety reasons. This also applies to some practical lessons, when requested by members of staff.
Failure to remove Jewellery when requested will trigger the discipline system. This includes if the piercing is still healing.
We recommend that your son / daughter does not have any new piercings during term time, unless they are prepared to remove them.
Nails
False nails, long nails and nail varnish are not allowed.
Nails should be trimmed so as not to cause injury during PE lessons or around school.
Hairstyles
These must not be exaggerated or extreme and all styles and colours should be those found in natural human hair.
In no circumstances should students have a shave to a grade less than one.
Where a style involves different lengths, it should be blended or graduated in.
Hair must be tied back neatly with a plain band when students are involved in practical lessons and in PE activities.