Uniform

The Burnside College uniform reflects our core values of Pride, Respect and Achievement. Our uniform is designed to be safe, comfortable, smart and affordable. 

The company Michael Sehgal and Sons Ltd supply a small number of items that students must wear as part of the uniform. Other items can be bought from any shop. More information can be found in this below. 

If you are unsure about any part of our uniform please contact your child’s Progress Leader or office@burnsidecollege.org.uk before buying any items of clothing.

Burnside College Uniform:

• Grey Burnside College V-neck jumper (this must be purchased from Michael Sehgal & Sons Ltd). The jumper should be worn properly with the hem visible, as illustrated (it should not be folded under or tucked in)

• Clip-on Burnside College tie

• Plain white shirt - long sleeved or short sleeved

• Grey school trousers - Leggings/jeggings/jeans or jersey material are not acceptable. If purchased from another shop, trousers must be identical to those sold by Michael Sehgal and Sons Ltd      

OR

• Grey knee length pleated skirt - If purchased from another shop, the skirt must be identical to those sold by Michael Sehgal and Sons Ltd. Skirt should be worn with plain black/grey tights 

• Plain black shoes that are leather or leather look. Trainers, suede, canvas or plimsolls are not allowed. There should be no other colours or branding and no heels.

• Grey/Black/White ankle socks

Please note: The jumper and tie are only available from Michael Sehgal & Sons

Footwear:

• Black flat, polishable leather/leather look shoes. 

• Trainers, plastic, canvas or sports shoes are not permitted.

• Shoes must not carry any logos or embellishments.

Burnside College PE Uniform:

• Burnside College PE top

• Burnside College PE shorts

• Plain black sports socks*

• Plain black trainers must be worn for all PE lessons. Football boots are recommended for outdoor sports in Winter months.

• Suede, canvas or plimsolls are not allowed as they are not suitable 

• Performance sports socks will be free when the PE top and shorts are purchased together.

It is optional for students to wear the items below:

• Burnside College outdoor zip top

• Burnside College stretch leggings

• Burnside College training trousers

• Only available from Michael Sehgal & Sons

Important Additional Information:

We do not allow:

• Any extreme hairstyle or extreme colouring  (‘extreme’ is defined by the student council as any hairstyle which distracts students from their learning)

• Any jewellery other than a single pair of studs, one in each ear

• A watch may be worn but not a smart watch

• Face piercings

• Acrylic or gel nails, or any nail extensions

• Nail varnish

• Tattoos or body art

• Excessive makeup (including false or semi-permanent eyelashes)

• Hoodies or zip up material sports tops. A waterproof, full-zip, outdoor coat is acceptable and should be removed when indoors

• Hats or hoods in school

For medical issues, authorisation is needed from a senior member of staff who will decide if a reasonable adjustment will be made on medical grounds.

If you have any questions about uniform please contact your child’s Progress Leader in the first instance. They will be happy to clarify any queries.

Readiness to Learn:

Year 7 students will be provided with a Burnside bag at no cost to parents/carers. This will be an essential part of the school uniform. If bags are defaced or lost there is an expectation that a new one is purchased from Michael Sehgal at a cost of £12.99. 

All students must use a school bag to carry books, PE kit and work. Students must bring a pen, pencil and ruler every day.  

Form Tutors and Progress Leaders will carry out regular checks and failure to bring the correct equipment will result in sanctions applied via the Behaviour Policy.

If you are buying Secondary School uniform for the first time, here are some of our best sizing tips based on our years of experience:

1. Jumpers

Jumpers go by chest size.  We find that the majority of new starters buy a size 34” (like a 12-13 years), depending on if they are average, or tall / broad, for their age.  If your child is much taller or broader than average, we would suggest you go up a size. You can measure your child’s chest (at the widest part) just to be sure.  Remember to add 2-3 inches for comfort and movement.

2. Pleated Skirts

The most popular size for new year 7 starters in skirts is Size 26” (ladies size 8 or 12 years).  These have a high waistband and the pleats are stitched down on the hips which makes the hips quite fitted.  You will find it easier to measure a skirt which fits your child nicely and compare this to the waist and hip measurements on the Product Page in the Sizing tab on our website.

3. Girls/Boys Trousers

The best way to get this right is to measure a pair of trousers which fit your child nicely.  Measure the waist, below the waistband, and measure the inside leg from crotch to hemline, this will indicate the correct waist and inside leg length to buy.

4. PE T- Shirt

The best-selling size in PE T-Shirts for new starters is size 34/36 (12-13yrs).  If your child is more slim or petite, go down a size to 32/34.

5. PE Shorts

The best-selling sizes in shorts for new starters are 28/30.  These are elasticated.

6. PE Midlayer with ¼ Zip

These are a narrow fit, X Large Youths (12-13yrs) fits the majority of new starters with a good couple of inches of growing-room in length and width.

7. Training Pants and Leggings

The training pants are elasticated and go by waist size in inches, so measure your child’s waist, we sell mostly size 26/28 for new starters. In leggings, we sell an even split of sizes 12-13yrs and Ladies size 6-8, these are quite tight fitting.