Uniform

Years 7 – 11

 

School Dress

 

·         Plain grey suit

·         House tie (Years 7 – 11)*

·         White or grey shirt

·         Plain black shoes

·         Plain grey or black socks

·         Grey or dark blue pullover V neck: purchase of this is optional.

·         In the Summer Term, the regulation School blazer may be worn, but purchase of this is optional *

·         Chemistry coat and Technology apron

 

PE KIT

Outlined below are the minimum requirements of kit which we would expect students to wear for the broad range of activities that are provided on the curriculum.  A towel is to be brought for all activities after which a shower is normally taken.

 

For Gymnastics, Athletics, Indoor Games, Tennis and Striking and Fielding activities, students require the following:

·         Plain White (round neck) T-Shirt

·         Plain White socks

·         Suitable indoor trainers or shoes appropriate to the activity (i.e. indoor trainers should not be worn on the field or vice versa)

 

For Swimming and Water Polo, students require the following:

·         Plain Navy Blue/Black swimming trunks (not board shorts)

·         Goggles

 

For all outdoor team games, students require the following:

·         Navy/House Colour Reversible Rugby Shirt (Please make sure you mark down the correct house on the order form)

·         Navy Blue Rugby/Football socks

·         Mouth-guard

·         Shin Pads

·         Rugby/Football boots (with safety studs)

·         Outdoor Trainers

 

The School suppliers for PE Kit are Hawkinsport and Son.  The contact details for Hawkinsport and Son are: Hawkins & Son, 37/39 The Parade, Bourne End, Bucks SL8 5SB.  Opening Hours: Monday to Saturday 9.00am—5.30pm.  Tel: 01628 819242 or Email: sales@hawkinsport.co.uk.  If you would like to order online you can do so at http://www.hawkinsport.co.uk/schools-reading-school-c-1_119.html 

Sixth Form

·         Dark suit (grey or black)

·         Sixth Form tie *

·         White or grey shirt

·         Plain black shoes

·         Plain grey socks

·         Grey or dark blue pullover V neck: purchase of this is optional

·         Chemistry coat and Technology apron (if subjects have been opted for)

 

PE

Your son will choose from a variety of options for School games.  For an indoor activities, your son will require:

·         White T-Shirt or polo shirt

·         White shorts

·         White socks

·         Trainers

 

For outside sports, please see items under Year 7 – 11.  It is probably advisable for him to wait until he has chosen his activity before making any significant purchases. 

 

Notes of Guidance for Parents

The School suppliers are John Lewis and Jacksons.  Items marked * may be obtained only from them. 

 

ALL ITEMS MUST BE MARKED WITH BOY’S NAME

 

PLEASE NOTE: clothing bought must comply with the requirements indicated.  If in doubt, parents should contact the School about the acceptability of a garment before purchasing it.

 

SUITS are to be plain grey (Years 7 -11) or grey or black (Sixth Form), and of a conventional cut.

SHOES are to be plain black leather.  Heavy boot type shoes, or other exotic styles are not acceptable.

BLAZER dark blue (obtainable only from John Lewis and Jacksons)

 

Top coats should be plain and dark in colour.  Leather/PVC and denim top coats are not permitted.

 

A rucksack style bag worn across both shoulders is recommended to alleviate problems of back pain later in life.

 

Additional rules:

 

1.    Hair must be kept clean, tidy and no longer than collar length.  Exaggerated and coloured hairstyles are NOT permitted.  The school procedure is that any student in breach will be sanctioned and the parent informed.

2.    Jewellery must not be worn nor must it be brought to School.  No piercings are permitted.