Uniform

We are proud of our Oak Academy uniform and the smart way in which our students present themselves.  Uniform can be ordered through the Oak Academy Price and Buckland online shop at:

Oak Academy (pbuniform-online.co.uk)

Below is a brief reminder about uniform expectations.  If at any time your child is unable to wear full uniform, please inform us of the reasons in writing.  Students may be isolated if they do not follow the Academy’s uniform policy.

To assist parents and carers in getting the correct size blazer for your child we hold a sizing set of uniform at Oak. Please contact our reception.

Sizing and where to buy

Branded items come from Price and Buckland. Trousers, skirts and shirts can be bought from any uniform, supermarket or clothing supplier.

Core uniform

Blazer: A black blazer with the Oak Academy logo, purchased only through Price and Buckland.

Jumper: A jumper is not compulsory. Students who wish to wear one must wear an Oak Academy branded jumper, which can be bought from Price and Buckland. Jumpers must be branded.

Trousers / skirt: Black trousers, which must be tailored. There must be no leggings of any sort (flared or otherwise), no tight-fitting trousers, and no visible zips, buckles, buttons or belts. Girls are recommended to wear trousers but may choose to wear a black pleated skirt, which should be knee length and not tight fitting.

Shirt / blouse: A white school shirt that buttons to the neck, for both boys and girls. T-shirts are not to be worn under school shirts or blouses.

Tie: All pupils are required to wear an Oak Academy tie, purchased only through Price and Buckland.

Academy bag: All students are expected to bring a black rucksack, with minimal logos, black logos preferable and no colour or record-style bag. Oak Academy branded bags if preferred are available from Price and Buckland.

Shoes: Plain, sensible and business-like black school shoes, or a shoe-style trainer. They must be leather-like and flat-bottomed, with no coloured logos, split soles or bubbles.

Socks: Plain black only.

Hair, jewellery, and appearance

Students are expected to keep a plain, consistent appearance, so that the whole school looks the same and nobody stands out.

Hair: Extreme or brightly coloured haircuts and styles are not permitted. This includes, for example, shaved patterns or lines, unnatural colours and bright streaks.

Jewellery: A watch is permitted. Up to two sets of stud earrings are permitted. Bracelets, necklaces and rings are not permitted. Facial and tongue piercings are not permitted, other than a single clear nose retainer. No other nose studs are allowed unless with clear retainer.

Nails and eyelashes: Fake eyelashes and fake nails of any sort, including acrylics, are not permitted. Bright nail varnish is not permitted, and nails should be kept at a sensible length.

Spot patches: Plain or skin-coloured spot patches are permitted. Brightly coloured spot patches are not permitted.

Outerwear and headwear

Coats: Students should wear a plain, sensible coat to and from school. Coats are not worn in the building.  

Headwear: Hats, caps and hoods are not worn inside the building. Religious headwear is covered in the next section

Coats: Plain and sensible coats should be worn. They should be discrete and dark in colour. Fashion coats, sportswear or coats with excessive labels / slogans are not permitted. Coats should be weatherproof to provide outer layer protection against the cold and rain in the winter months. For examples of appropriate coats, please see here:examples of appropriate coats

Religious and cultural dress

The Academy respects students' religious and cultural practice. A hijab or headscarf is permitted. It should be black or navy, with no designs, logos or sequins. Face coverings and whole-body coverings, such as the abaya and niqab, are not permitted. Families with questions about religious dress are welcome to speak to the Head of Year.

PE Kit:

• Top: Oak Academy branded polo shirt.
• Hoody: An optional black hoody may be worn.
• Bottoms: Black jogging bottoms only. Leggings of any sort are not permitted.
• Shorts: Black shorts, which must be mid-length and of a football or loose style. Legging-style shorts are not permitted. Black skirts may be worn as an alternative.
• Footwear: Trainers.

Additional information

If you require clarification about any of these uniform expectations, please speak to the School Office.

We would expect, for example, that ear-piercing would only take place at the beginning of the Summer holidays, so that earrings can be removed for PE when the Autumn Term begins.

If uniform is not correct, students will be given the opportunity to correct it or may be isolated until the uniform can be corrected.

For information on how to purchase second hand uniform please contact the Academy on 01202 774600.