The Magna Carta School Uniform Expectations At The

The Magna Carta School Uniform Expectations At The Magna Carta School we expect all students to be well presented at all times. School uniform plays a critical role in promoting positive behaviour and student discipline. Our uniform standards are key in setting an appropriate tone for student conduct. It instils pride and contributes directly to the positive reputation of our school. Our uniform is also useful in protecting our students from social pressures to dress in a particular way. The Magna Carta School has simple uniform expectations. All students are expected to follow these expectations consistently and without question when on the school site and in public areas. Thank you for proactively supporting our students to meet our high uniform standards.

The Magna Carta School Uniform Expectations • • • • Face Coverings Blazers Jumpers Coats Shirt/Tie Trousers and Belts Skirts Socks and tights Shoes Jewellery Make-up and nails Hair Uniform infringements

Face Coverings • • • All students are expected to where a face covering that covers the nose and mouth to help protect others Provision of face coverings is the responsibility of students and their families and we advise you consider how to use them safely using the guidance in this presentation. Students should wear a face covering in communal areas of the school – such as corridors or on the way to and from school if you use public transport Face coverings should be used appropriately at all times. Face Coverings are not prohibited in any context or area of the school however in lessons they are not recommended.

Wear the face covering correctly • Students should wash/sanitise hands before putting on the covering. • Put it over the nose and mouth and secure it under the chin • Fit it snugly against the sides of the face

Removing your face covering carefully and correctly • Untie the strings behind the head or stretch the ear loops • Handle only by the ear loops or ties • Fold the outside corners together • Be careful not to touch the eyes, nose, and mouth when removing the face covering.

Acceptable Face Coverings • • Face coverings should be plain in colour. They should not cover the neck or head. They should be in the style shown below. If your child does not have a suitable face covering please write a note in their planner for the attention of their tutor.

Blazers • All students are expected to wear school blazers with the badge of their house. • All students must arrive to and leave lessons with their blazer on. • If a student wishes to remove their blazer because they are too hot they must carry their blazer ensuring it is visible at all times.

Jumpers • If a student wishes to wear a jumper they must wear a plain black v neck jumper only. • Any other type of jumper is not permitted. • A blazer must be worn on top of a jumper at all times. • Students are not permitted to wear a jumper instead of a blazer.

Shirt and Tie • All students are expected to wear a plain white school shirt. • Shirts must be tucked in at all times. • All students are expected to wear a school tie with the colour of their house. • Ties should be long enough to ensure the TMCS logo is under the knot. • The top button must be done up with the tie knot hiding the top button.

Trousers and Belts • Smart black tailored trousers must be worn. • Tight fitting and skinny trousers are not permitted. • Trousers must finish lower than the ankle. • Belts must be plain black with a plain silver or gold buckle. • Designer belts and belt buckles are not permitted.

Skirts • Smart school skirts from School Uniform Direct must be worn. • Skirts must reach “ 5 cm” above the front and back of the knee when the student is standing upright. • Black tights must be worn with a skirt. • Students are not permitted to roll up their skirts.

Socks and Tights • All students are expected to wear plain black socks or plain black tights. • Leggings are not permitted. • Tan colour tights are not permitted.

Shoes • All students are expected to wear plain black shoes. • Shoes must have a step in the sole. • High heels are not permitted. • Any casual style or trainer style shoes are not permitted.

Shoes Examples (This list is not exhaustive but examples of shoes that we will and will not accept. The senior leadership team reserve the right to judge if shoes are not appropriate for school)

Jewellery • One small stud earing in the lower lobe of the ear is permitted. • No other piercings are allowed. • One wrist watch. • One small ring. • One wrist bands is permitted if worn in support of a charity or for religious reasons. • One necklace can be worn as long as it is tucked into the shirt and not visible. • No other jewellery is permitted in school.

Make-up and Nails • Make-up may be worn but should be subtle to the point of being unnoticeable. • Fake eyelashes are not permitted. • Fake nails are not permitted. • Nail varnish is not permitted. • If it is clear that a student is wearing make-up or nail varnish they will be expected to remove it in school before returning to lessons.

Hair • Hair extensions are not permitted • Colouring is only allowed if it appears natural. (Dip dyed hair is not acceptable) • No patterns or tramlines should be shaved into the hair or eyebrows • Hair should not be shaved below a grade 1 • Hair bands must be plain and only black in colour (no other hair accessories should be worn) • Any extreme hairstyles will not be tolerated. Students judged to have extreme hair styles will be kept away from the student body until the issue is resolved to our satisfaction. • Examples include: Completely shaved head, severe undercuts, Mohawks, unnatural colouring. (This list is not exhaustive but examples of those that are not acceptable. The senior leadership team reserve the right to judge if a hairstyle is too extreme for school)

Uniform Infringements: • Any deviation from the uniform policy due to exceptional circumstances must be supported with a parental note in the student planner stating the reason and a date when the issue will be rectified. Sanctions will be issued per the behaviour policy where this is not the case. • Uniform will be constantly monitored; any additions to unacceptable wear/fashion trends will be updated on the school website. • If a parental note confirms an item of uniform is damaged, lost or does not fit properly we will grant one week to amend the problem. If there are exceptional reasons why this time constraint cannot be met parents must contact the students tutor. • In the event of missing or incorrect uniform items, the school will provide spare uniform for students to borrow when possible. In the event of persistent uniform indiscretions a student may be sent home to rectify the issue. The senior leadership team will be the sole arbiters of any decisions made.

Staff Action: • All staff are expected to address uniform infringements consistently. • We expect staff to challenge any student they see with incorrect uniform in a calm and professional manner. • Students with uniform infringement plus acceptable parent note – no further action required. • Student with uniform infringement but no parental note – Set 30 min after school detention and record on SIMS. • Tutor to contact home for uniform infringements that are not addressed within one week. • Any students with more than three separate cases of uniform infringement refer to pastoral lead.