School Uniform Policy   We believe that a school uniform is important: It looks smart Wears well Contributes to a sense of belonging and sense of community Gives a common purpose and makes children feel equal to their peers in  terms of appearance Fosters a feeling of pride Is designed with health and safety in mind. We ask that all children wear the uniform and we encourage them to maintain a good standard of clean and tidy dress in school. The uniform is designed to be practical, maintainable and good value for money.   For nursery children the wearing of full uniform is encouraged and school sweatshirts should be worn. Nursery children may substitute blue tracksuit bottoms for grey trousers or skirts.   School coats and bags are optional and can be purchased from the school secretary. Our school colours are green and grey.   Our school uniform is as follows: Grey trousers/shorts or skirts/pinafores White shirts, polo shirts or blouses White or grey socks, grey or green tights Green school sweatshirt (purchased from school) Black or navy blue school shoes A pair of Wellington boots to be kept in school For summer wear as above, or: Summer dresses green and white stripe or check Hair accessories such as slides, ribbons, bobbles, etc, should be fairly simple and if possible in school colours. Parents are asked to ensure that all items are labelled clearly with their child's name. For safety reasons we ask that the children do not wear jewellery in school. This includes earrings of any kind.   Swimming Navy blue track suit bottoms (optional) Art and Craft (school and nursery) An old shirt with cut down sleeves and elasticated cuffs or a painting overall PE Kit (school and nursery) For health and safety reasons it is important that children are properly dressed for any physical activity. Our uniform for PE is as follows: A pair of shorts and a T shirt A Pair of black plimsolls PE kit should be kept in a named drawstring bag. PE kit should be kept in school and returned home for washing at holidays. All items of PE clothing should be named.