School Uniform

All Students at Southmoor Academy Must Wear School Uniform

School Uniform

A high standard of personal appearance is expected of all of our pupils. The official school uniform should be worn at all times, including during examinations. Wearing our uniform identifies our students, not only with each other, but also as a member of our school community. The uniform associates students with the high standards of work conduct and dress we set them.

Year Group Badge Colours for 2023 – 2024

(PLEASE NOTE – Badge colours will roll on in September)

House Badges  2023 – 2024

Main School Uniform 2023 – 2024

• Black blazer with Southmoor year group identity colour trimmed badge (see above)  must be worn at all times. Blazers must not be carried in bags.*†
• House metal badge (provided by the school in September).
• Plain, logo free, white shirt with collar must be worn – tucked into trousers or skirt.
• Plain black trousers (corduroy, flared, denim, canvas or ‘skinny’ fashion trousers are not allowed) or…
• Red tartan skirt (Southmoor branded) No other skirt can be worn.*
• School tie must be worn at all times.*
• Black v-neck, long sleeved jumper, tank top or cardigan all with Southmoor badge (optional).*
• Plain black, grey or white socks or plain black tights must be worn.
• Smart black shoes only (no trainers, plimsolls, boots or brand logos are allowed. See further guidance on shoes below).
• Hair decorations are not allowed. Hijabs, if worn must blend in with the school uniform.
• A suitable bag must be brought to school for all school sessions.
• Jewellery (except a watch), excessive make-up, fake tan and nail varnish/gel nails are not permitted in school for health & safety reasons. Piercings are not allowed.
• A suitable smart coat may be worn over the blazer in cold weather. Please note that sports jackets, denim jackets and hoodies are not permitted over or under blazers. Coats must be removed when in class.

* All items marked with * are specific items that must be purchased our official school uniform supplier (see below). However, plain black blazers can be purchased elsewhere, with the correct badge purchased from the uniform supplier and sewn on.  The optional uniform item of a plain black v-neck jumper, cardigan or tank top can also be purchased elsewhere with no need for the school logo.

† Students are permitted to remove their blazer in class if they are hot.

PE Kit

• T-shirt (black or white with Southmoor logo)*

• Plain black sports shorts.

• Black football socks or white ankle socks.

• Hoodie (red with Southmoor logo)* – (optional item for cold weather).

• Tracksuit bottoms (black with Southmoor logo)* – (optional item for cold weather).

• Plain black swimming trunks/shorts or costume.

• Towel for swimming.

• Trainers (any colour).

• Football boots (optional).

• Swimming Cap (any colour) required for pupils with long hair.

* All items marked with * are branded kit with the school logo, which can only be purchased from our school supplier (please see below for details). Size guides can be found on the company website.

Please note that plain black or white sports polo shirts can be purchased elsewhere, without the need for the school logo, as can sports-style leggings, as an alternative to tracksuit bottoms.

School Shoes Guide

A full guide of what footwear is acceptable at Southmoor Academy can be found below. Smart shoes are a crucial part of our school uniform and must be worn at all times accept doing PE or specific after-school club activities. Shoes should be black, polishable and durable enough to meet day-to-day demands. Trainers or any kind are not permitted. Excessive decorations, brand logos, patent leather or canvas are not permitted.