School Uniform & Equipment

Suppliers

Some items are widely available in high street shops and other retail outlets.

There are two local suppliers of Great Marlow School branded uniform:

• Hawkinsport in Bourne End
• Sportscrest in High Wycombe

Financial assistance may be available for help with uniform costs for children in receipt of free school meals. Further details are available from the school.

Details of Great Marlow School’s Compulsory Uniform

• Skirt – Only the specified skirt may be worn, which is plain and black. It can be purchased from Hawkinsport or Sportscrest.
• Trousers – Plain black trousers in a wide leg style are the only type acceptable. They can be purchased from high street shops. Fitted or lycra-style trousers are not appropriate for school.

• Shirt – Plain and white many high street shops stock these. Shirts should always be tucked in; top buttons should be done up; all garments worn under a shirt should not be visible.

• Tie – There is a school crested tie, in one of the three House colours. Ties can be purchased from Hawkinsport or Sportscrest. The school logo should always be visible when wearing the tie.

• Jumper – Plain black, V-neck, long sleeved jumper is an optional extra. Cardigans, sweatshirts and hooded tops are not allowed.

• Socks – Plain in colour. Tights should be black or neutral in colour.

• Footwear – School shoes must be plain and black. Black trainers or any kind of canvas shoes are not permitted as uniform shoes; this includes plimsole or converse-style shoes, in either leather or fabric. Boots are not permitted at all in Years 7-11. If parents/carers or students are uncertain about any aspect of school footwear, they are advised to contact the school before purchasing, as we do not wish to cause unnecessary expense.

• Blazer – A black blazer with the school badge on the breast pocket can be purchased from Hawkinsport or Sportscrest.

• Belt – A black belt, simple and plain in style.

• Coat – During the winter students should have a suitable winter coat to wear.

• Hats – A hat for warmth in winter or for sun protection in summer is permitted, but they must not be worn indoors.

Hair

• Extremes of style and colour are not acceptable.

• Tramlines/designs are not acceptable in hairstyles.

Check with the Director of Learning or student support officer if in doubt.

Jewellery

Students are responsible for the security of their own jewellery. The list below are the only items of jewellery allowed.

• A small, plain single stud in each ear (to be removed for PE).

• A plain, simple ring (to be removed for PE and Design & Technology).

• A watch (to be removed for examinations).

All other body or facial piercings are not permitted: individuals will be told to remove them.

Extreme Weather Uniform

During extreme weather, the school leadership team may permit a modification to the formal school uniform policy; all amendments will be communicated during form time by form tutors. Other than in extreme circumstances, students are expected to always wear the full school uniform.

Physical Education Kit

All PE clothing is unbranded and can be purchased from SportsCrest in High Wycombe.

Personal Belongings

Students are responsible for their possessions

Mobile Phones

• The school does not accept any responsibility for lost, stolen or damaged phones.

• Phones must be turned off during the day. This includes break and lunchtime.

• Mobile phones are not to be used in lessons, or between lessons unless clearly authorised by the teacher responsible for the class. Any breach of this rule will result in the phone being confiscated and safely stored at reception. On the first occasion, the student will have the opportunity to discuss the matter with a member of the senior leadership team and potentially retrieve it at the end of the day. On subsequent occasions, the phone may need to be collected by a parent/carer at a meeting at the end of the school day.  A record is kept so the confiscation of mobile phones is monitored.

• Repeat offenders may be required to hand their device to their student support officer at the start of the day, or be asked not to bring the device to school.

I-pods, MP3 Players and other Electrical Items

• The school does not accept any responsibility for lost, stolen or damaged electrical devices. If used during the school day they will be confiscated and kept safely in reception.