School Uniform

Maple Hayes Hall School Uniform Policy

At Maple Hayes Hall School, we believe that a uniform promotes a sense of belonging and pride among our pupils. It supports our ethos of kindness, respect, and community while fostering an environment conducive to learning. This policy outlines the expectations regarding school uniform and aims to ensure that all pupils are dressed appropriately for school.

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Uniform Requirements

General Uniform

All pupils are required to wear the following items:

Boys

  • MH Grey Blazer (with badge embroidered on)

  • MH Navy trousers (with embroidered school logo)

  • MH Grey V neck jumper with border

  • White shirts (not a fashion shirt)

  • School Tie

  • Black socks (no pattern or ribbing)

  • Black school shoes (without decoration; not fashion shoes, trainers, trainer style shoes or boots)

Girls

  • MH Grey Blazer (with badge embroidered on)

  • MH Kilt skirt - length no less than under knee

  • MH Navy trousers (with embroidered school logo)

  • MH Grey V neck jumper with border

  • White shirt (not a fashion shirt)

  • School Tie

  • Black opaque tights (no pattern or ribbing) OR black knee high (but not over the knee) socks OR black ankle socks (no pattern, ribbing, ribbons and not trainer socks)

  • Flat black school shoes (without decoration; not fashion shoes, trainers, trainer style shoes or boots)

PE Kit

For physical education, pupils are required to wear:

Games:

  • Towel for showering after Games

  • Bag to hold boots and sports wear

  • MH ¼ zip training top

  • MH Polo shirt

  • MH Shorts

  • MH Navy/sky blue football socks

  • Football boots

  • Shin-pads

  • Running trainers

Gym:

  • Towel for showering after Gym

  • White plimsolls or tennis shoe (no logos or motifs)

Swimming:

  • Towel

  • Swimming costume/trunks (no bikinis allowed)

  • Swimming cap

  • Bag to transport equipment

  • Goggles - Please note that pupils will need permission to wear goggles during swimming lessons. Parents must complete a permission slip available from the school office prior to swimming lessons taking place.

Accessories

  • Bags: 1 Briefcase or briefcase style bag (not a holdall, shoulder bag or handbag/fashion bag) in which to keep classroom equipment.

  • Jewellery: Jewellery is not permitted, except for a wrist watch (no smart/web enabled watches are allowed).

  • Hair: Hair must be neat and tidy. Extreme haircuts, colouring, hair extensions and styles are not permitted.

  • Make-up/Nails: Make-up, false or acrylic nails and nail varnish are not allowed.

  • Equipment for the Classroom Coloured pencils, ordinary pencils, fountain pens, red ball point pen, pencil case, ruler, and calculator (for Yr 7 and above).

Expectations Compliance

  • All pupils are expected to wear the correct uniform every day.

  • Labelling: All items of clothing should be clearly labelled with the pupil's name.

  • Skirts: Skirts should be knee length.

  • Shirts: Shirts and blouses should be tucked in.

  • Belts: Belts should be plain black with a traditional style buckle.

  • Blazers: School blazers should be worn, with all buttons fastened on shirts and the tie knotted up to the collar or clipped to the collar correctly.

  • Outdoor coats: Pupils may wear a plain black coat, which must be removed once entering the school building.

  • Vests: A plain, white t-shirt or vest may be worn under shirts but must not be visible.

Enforcement Monitoring

Staff will regularly monitor compliance with the uniform policy. Pupils who do not adhere to the policy will be reminded of the expectations.

Support

If a pupil is unable to comply with the uniform policy due to financial constraints, parents are encouraged to contact the school for support.

At Maple Hayes Hall School, we believe that a uniform fosters a strong sense of community and belonging, which is essential for our pupils' academic and personal development. By adhering to our uniform policy, our pupils can focus on their learning and personal growth, supported by our ethos of kindness, respect, and creativity.