Biddenham Upper School Year 9-11 Uniform Code
(Revised by the Governors in September 2003 following Sports College designation)
In a diverse school like ours, ways of unifying the community are very important, and at Biddenham uniform is a key factor. So that this impacts positively on self-image, we have adopted a ‘feel smart-think smart' blazer-based uniform, and therefore a strict uniform code.
As a general guideline, uniform should be worn in a way that would be acceptable in an adult working environment where people come into contact with members of the public. Uniform should be worn correctly from leaving home to returning home in the evening, and in school at all times unless directed otherwise.
Basic uniform requirements are set out below. Uniform should be clean, smart and worn in a traditional way, which avoids adornments and extremes of fashion*.
Boys' Uniform
- Navy blue blazer with school badge
- White shirt and school tie
- Black trousers
- Traditional black shoes (maximum 2”/5cm heels)
- Optional blue V-neck sweater with school badge
Girls' Uniform
- Navy blue blazer with school badge
- White shirt and school tie
- Black trousers or black/navy blue skirt (maximum 2”/5cm above knee)
- Traditional black shoes (maximum 2”/5cm heels)
- Optional blue V-neck sweater with school badge
- Optional plain white ankle or calf-length socks or plain, dark or flesh coloured tights
- Navy blue shalwar kamiz worn with tie or hejab
Standard PE Kit
- Navy blue Biddenham polo top (with school crest and SSC logo)
- Navy blue tracksuit bottoms (with SSC logo)
- Long claret socks (winter) and white socks (summer)
- Optional choice of four training tops: tracksuit top, fleece, sweatshirt or rain jacket (all with school crest and SSC logo)
- Non-marking trainers
- Optional astro turf boots and studded boots
All PE kit should be clearly labelled with the student's name. Currently kit containing the SSC logo is only available from the school.
Other Uniform Items
- Outdoor coats should be plain and dark in colour, and not worn in classrooms or the dining room
- Scarves and hats should be plain and dark in colour
- Jewellery – single items of jewellery are permitted (watch, necklace, bracelet, nose stud) and a small sleeper or stud earring in each ear; these must be removed for PE and other lessons as appropriate. (Other body piercings and visible tattoos/adornments are not permitted.)
- If used, makeup should be applied naturally and subtly so as to be barely noticeable
